Adjunct Faculty – Instructor OSHA

Position Summary

In a learner-centered environment, primary responsibilities include teaching the assigned load in the OSHA Workforce Program. Belmont College is seeking a qualified and industry-experienced Adjunct Faculty member in Occupational Safety and Health to support Workforce Development and employer training initiatives across Eastern Ohio. This position is designed for a practical safety professional who can deliver high-quality workforce training to incumbent workers, transitional workers, employers, and community partners in both classroom and hands-on industrial settings. The ideal candidate will possess OSHA-authorized instructor credentials and demonstrate the ability to teach OSHA 10-hour and OSHA 30-hour training programs, along with specialized workplace safety procedures including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), hazard communication, workplace incident prevention, and site-specific industrial safety practices. Candidates with forklift safety training credentials or experience are strongly encouraged to apply. This position may teach courses in Belmont County and/or Jefferson County, as well as occasional off-site employer locations throughout the region. This is a part-time adjunct position with flexible scheduling based on employer demand and course offerings. Instruction may occur during daytime, evening, or occasional weekend hours.

Specific Responsibilities

• Conduct organized classes at the instructional level to meet the educational requirements stated in the course description and objectives.
• Guide students through course curriculum through in classroom instruction and online as needed.
• Develop, teach, and evaluate all assigned courses incorporating active learning strategies while recognizing and adapting teaching style to the educational needs of the individual students.
• Update the course syllabi with instructor information and provide Belmont College with an electronic copy every semester.
• Prepare daily lesson plans, course outlines, and other instructional materials as needed for effective instruction.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate examinations and other assessment methodologies to measure Core Learning Outcomes and direct measures of student learning.
• Evaluate the progress of each student; notify students of progress.
• Submit grades electronically for assigned students by the deadline for each semester and at other intervals as required to maintain appropriate grading documentation.
• Be available via email and phone throughout the week to answer student questions regarding course content.
• Communicate on a regular basis with the Executive VP/Workforce Development staff.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Participate in enrollment management by promoting retention of students.
• Assess, plan, and implement College and faculty policies.
• Participate in appropriate professional development activities to assure currency in both discipline, knowledge, and instructional methods.
• Deliver workforce and employer-focused safety training programs in a professional, engaging, and practical manner.
• Teach OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certification courses in construction and/or general industry environments.
• Provide instruction in advanced safety topics including: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Hazard Communication, PPE and workplace hazard mitigation, Workplace safety compliance procedures, Industrial and construction site safety practices.
• Conduct hands-on demonstrations and applied safety exercises.
• Maintain accurate attendance, credentialing, and course completion documentation.
• Adapt instruction to a wide range of learners, including incumbent workers, adult learners, and entry-level trainees.
• Collaborate with Workforce Development staff to customize training for regional employers.
• Assist with curriculum enhancement and industry alignment as needed.
• Promote a positive and safety-focused learning environment.

Physical Requirements

• F Stand or Sit
• F Walk
• F Talk/Hear
• O Carry/Weight Lift
• R Stoop/Kneel/Crawl
• R Climb
• R Exposure to Outside Environment
• R Exposure to Hazardous Materials

Position Requirements

• OSHA Authorized Trainer status or equivalent OSHA instructional qualifications
• Ability to teach OSHA 10-hour and OSHA 30-hour courses
• Minimum of two (2) years of occupational health, safety, industrial, manufacturing, construction, or related field experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to teach both classroom and hands-on instructional formats
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel between Belmont and Jefferson County instructional locations