Job Description

Statement of Job:

The Department of Technology at the University of Southern Maine invites applications for Part-Time Faculty openings for the Fall 2023 semester, beginning August 28, 2023, and for our Spring 2024 semester, beginning January 16, 2024.

Responsibilities of Part Time Faculty include developing a course syllabus and adhering to the corresponding schedule of course content; responding to student inquiries of course material, both during class time and over email; administering course assignments and/or exams; and grading student coursework in a timely manner.

Fall 2023 Course Descriptions:

Technical Writing (ITP 210) - Online: A basic technical writing course that strengthens critical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills. Study includes document purpose, situation analysis, style, format and production of reports, proposals, instructions, procedures, technical descriptions, forms, letters, memos, and visual aids, as well as digital and virtual communication.

Computer Technologies (ITT 181) - Gorham, Wed 5:30 - 8:00PM: This course is a broad overview of current and emerging technologies used in a networked computing environment. Major topics include computer hardware, operating systems, networking, security, web, and software applications. Emphasis is placed on how technology is used within a corporate setting. Lecture and lab.

Capstone (ITT 460) - Gorham, Tues 5:30 - 8:00PM: A capstone project is a multifaceted body of work that serves as a culminating academic and intellectual experience. Students who are majoring in technology programs will do two things in this course simultaneously. They will develop, investigate, and implement a research project from this discipline. Also, students document that study in a research paper and presentation that has a prescribed format based upon APA structures. Students must complete a formal project proposal in the prescribed format and have it accepted by the instructor before being enrolled in the course.

Database & Application Security (CYB 583) - Online: This cybersecurity course examines the issues surrounding protecting data both at rest and in motion in data management systems including databases and similar high-value networked applications. Both the theory and practice of various data protection models will be explored. Topics include common vulnerabilities, access control, data integrity models, privacy controls, compliance, and data auditing. Students are expected to have a basic understanding of databases and SQL prior to the start of the course.

Spring 2024 Course Descriptions:

Technical Writing (ITP 210) - Online: A basic technical writing course that strengthens critical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills. Study includes document purpose, situation analysis, style, format and production of reports, proposals, instructions, procedures, technical descriptions, forms, letters, memos, and visual aids, as well as digital and virtual communication.

Management Information Systems (ITP 250) - Online: This course will serve as an introduction to management information systems in areas such as: decision support systems, resource and human resource management, enterprise resource planning, supply chain management, customer relationship management, project management, and records management. Topics covered will include but are not limited to: systems analysis, system modeling and design, data acquisition, security, and maintenance.

Computer Technologies (ITT 181) - Online: This course is a broad overview of current and emerging technologies used in a networked computing environment. Major topics include computer hardware, operating systems, networking, security, web, and software applications. Emphasis is placed on how technology is used within a corporate setting. Lecture and lab.

Graphic Communication Technologies (ITT 343) - Gorham, Tues/Thurs 12:30 - 1:45PM: In the pursuit of digital literacy, students enrolled in this course will design and create digital documents and visual artifacts through advanced activities, apply design strategies, perform collaborative tasks, implement digital workflows, and incorporate contemporary processes for using digital equipment and applicable materials. Students will prepare proposals and presentations as related to course assignments, readings, lecture topics, discussions, demonstrations, and technological analysis for both established and emerging Graphic Communication Technologies. This course provides students with a balance of practical knowledge and advanced technology skills, as well as theoretical foundations to thrive in the digital world. Lecture and lab.

Capstone (ITT 460) - Online: A capstone project is a multifaceted body of work that serves as a culminating academic and intellectual experience. Students who are majoring in technology programs will do two things in this course simultaneously. They will develop, investigate, and implement a research project from this discipline. Also, students document that study in a research paper and presentation that has a prescribed format based upon APA structures. Students must complete a formal project proposal in the prescribed format and have it accepted by the instructor before being enrolled in the course.

Network Security Management (CYB 576) - Online: This cybersecurity course examines issues of securing the communications path between systems, including both physical and logical connections and interactions that network policies may help to defend them. Emphasis is placed on emerging technologies and standards, and defenses beyond the common firewall and IDS systems. Topics include approaches to securing networks using risk analysis, cost effective countermeasures, layered defenses, and network policy development and implementation procedures. Students are expected to have a basic understanding of computer networks prior to the start of the course.

We live our USM Service Promise Student Focused Every Day and we are looking for a faculty member who understands that promise and supports our values: Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness.

We are the University of Everyone - committed to building a culturally diverse team of leaders, faculty, and staff. We welcome applicants who are multilingual. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Part-time faculty members are paid on a credit hour basis based on prior college teaching experience. In addition, USM employees have access to the library, Cigna Employee Assistance Plan, and fitness center (s) with their USM Card. USM also offers Part-time faculty the opportunity for development frequently through our Center for Collaboration and Development (CCD), the chance to get an online teaching certification and training through CTEL, in addition to other developmental opportunities open to all staff throughout the year.

Qualifications:

• Masters\' degree in relevant field to teach in a Technology program.
• Experience in either classroom teaching or work-related environment with a focus on cybersecurity, information technology, or other technology area.

Other Information:

To apply please click on "APPLY FOR POSITION" at the bottom of this page or visit .

You will create an applicant profile and complete an application. You will need to upload a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae and a list of the names and contact information for three references.

Review of materials will begin immediately until positions are filled.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.

The University of Southern Maine is an EEO/AA employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran\'s status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities.

For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Office of Equal Opportunity, Room 101, Boudreau Hall, Orono, ME 04469, (207) 581-1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System)

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Required Documents:

Cover Letter, CV/Resume, References

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