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Position Title Health Information Technology Adjunct Faculty- Fall Semester 2026 Campus Plainfield Department Health Information Technology Full-time, Part-time, Adjunct Adjunct Exempt or Non-Exempt Exempt Regular,Temporary, or Grant Regular General Description The faculty member will be responsible for teaching courses as assigned and must demonstrate a willingness to teach in-person classes, as well as be certified to teach online courses. As part of the hiring process, faculty members are required to present their I-9 documents in person for verification. This step is necessary to comply with employment eligibility requirements. Characteristics, Duties, and Responsibilities * Teaches assigned courses in accordance with description published in catalog and the approved course syllabus, in accordance with schedule of classes and incorporating interactive approaches, technologies and methods when possible. * Incorporates an appreciation of diverse lifestyles, cultures, and national perspectives into courses. * Incorporates the use of the library into courses, uses writing as an instructional method, and utilizes computing and other academic technologies in courses when possible. * Meets all scheduled class meetings. * Advises Division Dean of absences in a timely manner. * Maintains accurate grade and attendance records for students enrolled in classes and submits required reports to Dean or Student Records Office. * Submits grades per published deadline. * Participates in assessment of learning outcomes and demonstrates the use of the results of these assessments in course planning. * Plans in advance to ensure availability of supplies, textbooks, and classroom equipment requisite to successful teaching of assigned classes. * Submits progress reports on students for counseling, athletic oversight, and record keeping purposes and discusses with counselors and other appropriate personnel any problems of students which may require special attention. * Adheres to College policies and procedures. Education Requirements * Master's Degree in discipline required * Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) * Official college transcripts must be submitted prior to interview. Experience * Teaching experience at the community college level preferred. Competencies and Skills Required * Certification or license as needed and appropriate. * Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduates. * Willingness to use alternatives educational delivery systems and instructional techniques. * Commitment to incorporation of library, computers, writing and culturally diverse perspective into the curriculum. * Knowledge of competency-based education. * Commitment to the practice of providing for out-of-class interaction with students. * Fundamental competency in the use of information technology. * Commitment to continued assessment of the teaching-learning process and its outcomes. * Commitment to continual professional growth and development. * Demonstrated mastery of subject matter of discipline. Physical Demands and Work Environment * This position's duties are normally performed in a typical interior/residence work environment, based on the activity scheduled. * Some physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. * No or very limited exposure to physical risk. * Some travel required. Salary Per Contract Additional Information UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination, as required by state and/or federal law, in all programs and activities, including employment and access to its career and technical programs. UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ is an EEO/AAP Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled ================ Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general nature and key features performed by various positions that share the same job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of all employees assigned to the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or re-assign duties to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other business reasons. Terms of Employment Part-time. Flexible schedule to meet department needs. Some evening, weekends, and extended hours will be required. Ability and willingness to travel on short notice to all on and off- campus sites as needed by the college. Employee must establish primary residency in New Jersey within one year of appointment unless an exemption applies. Posting Detail Information Open Date 01/09/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled No