Public Administration Electives (Pool, Part-Time Adjunct)
Public Administration Electives (Pool, Part-Time Adjunct)
The Evergreen State College Master of Public Administration (MPA) program seeks to create a pool of adjunct faculty able to teach four credit elective masters-level public administration courses for academic year 2026-27. Specific courses include:
• Foundations of Public Policy (Fall 2026)
• Tribal Organizations (Winter 2027)
• Path to Sovereignty (Winter 2027)
• Path to Sovereignty (Tacoma) (Spring 2027)
• Public Budgeting (Fully Remote) (Spring 2027)
• Intergovernmental Relations (Spring 2027)
• In addition, we also welcome proposals to teach a 2 credit elective, (Fall quarter 2026)*
Job Expectations - Master of Public Administration adjunct faculty will typically teach one or more 2 quarter hour or 4 quarter hour elective MPA courses. Typical course enrollment will be approximately 15 graduate students for elective MPA courses. Our teaching is student-centered, which means we are interested in helping students develop strong skills in critical thinking, problem solving, communication and collaborative work. Because many of our students come from underserved and marginalized groups, we are particularly invested in approaches to teaching that emphasize diversity and equity, that provide opportunities for challenge and growth, and that foster a learning environment where all are welcome and all can learn from each other. This is an adjunct faculty position and not eligible for continuing appointment. All requirements for the position must be completed at the time of hire. Salary for all positions is based on experience and degrees (see Salary Grid for more information). We do not offer relocation expenses for our adjunct faculty positions. A complete list of faculty responsibilities is in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Minimum Qualifications - Masters or Ph.D. in public administration or related field Experience in teaching graduate-level courses in public administration or related field OR two or more years of professional experience in public administration
Preferred Qualifications - Ph.D. in public administration or related field Experience teaching in an interdisciplinary setting
Conditions of Employment - * As a condition of employment, persons hired must provide proof of identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of beginning work. Prior to an official offer of employment, a Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct form must be submitted to the college per RCW 28B.112.080. The college will contact current and past employers to verify this information. Applicants who provide inaccurate information in their declaration will be disqualified and, if the inaccuracies are discovered after the applicant has been hired, it shall be grounds for termination.
Application Instructions - REQUIRED MATERIALS: Cover letter Curriculum Vitae or resume List of 3 references with both phone and email contact information for each. Curriculum proposal if applying to teach a 2 credit elective. (Upload as Document 1) Inclusion of a head shot on any of the documents will render them unacceptable as will failure to include current contact information for references.
About Evergreen - Evergreen is an innovative, public, liberal arts college emphasizing integrated interdisciplinary study and collaborative team-teaching throughout the undergraduate curriculum and in three graduate programs. Teaching is the central work of the faculty at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Successful teaching at Evergreen requires broad-ranging intellectual curiosity, the ability to formulate interdisciplinary questions, and the pedagogical skills to support our diverse student population.
EEO Statement - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For more information regarding Evergreen's non-discrimination policies or to report discrimination, please visit the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity webpage at www.evergreen.edu/equalopportunity or contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Officer at (360) 867-5371, Room 3102 Library Building, 2700 Evergreen Parkway NW, Olympia, WA 98505.
Full time/Part time - Part Time
Salary Information - $3710-$8361 per one-quarter, 4-credit course. Faculty membership is unranked with salary determined on a non-competitive, open scale based on earned degrees and years of relevant experience.
Number of Vacancies - 1-6
Location - Olympia
Start Date - Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027
Open Date - 04/15/2026
Review Start Date - Review of completed applications will begin on May 18, 2026. The posting may close at any time after that.
Special Instructions to Applicant - On the REFERENCE page of your application do not complete that information since you are attaching a list of references
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The Evergreen State College Master of Public Administration (MPA) program seeks to create a pool of adjunct faculty able to teach four credit elective masters-level public administration courses for academic year 2026-27. Specific courses include:
• Foundations of Public Policy (Fall 2026)
• Tribal Organizations (Winter 2027)
• Path to Sovereignty (Winter 2027)
• Path to Sovereignty (Tacoma) (Spring 2027)
• Public Budgeting (Fully Remote) (Spring 2027)
• Intergovernmental Relations (Spring 2027)
• In addition, we also welcome proposals to teach a 2 credit elective, (Fall quarter 2026)*
Job Expectations - Master of Public Administration adjunct faculty will typically teach one or more 2 quarter hour or 4 quarter hour elective MPA courses. Typical course enrollment will be approximately 15 graduate students for elective MPA courses. Our teaching is student-centered, which means we are interested in helping students develop strong skills in critical thinking, problem solving, communication and collaborative work. Because many of our students come from underserved and marginalized groups, we are particularly invested in approaches to teaching that emphasize diversity and equity, that provide opportunities for challenge and growth, and that foster a learning environment where all are welcome and all can learn from each other. This is an adjunct faculty position and not eligible for continuing appointment. All requirements for the position must be completed at the time of hire. Salary for all positions is based on experience and degrees (see Salary Grid for more information). We do not offer relocation expenses for our adjunct faculty positions. A complete list of faculty responsibilities is in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Minimum Qualifications - Masters or Ph.D. in public administration or related field Experience in teaching graduate-level courses in public administration or related field OR two or more years of professional experience in public administration
Preferred Qualifications - Ph.D. in public administration or related field Experience teaching in an interdisciplinary setting
Conditions of Employment - * As a condition of employment, persons hired must provide proof of identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of beginning work. Prior to an official offer of employment, a Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct form must be submitted to the college per RCW 28B.112.080. The college will contact current and past employers to verify this information. Applicants who provide inaccurate information in their declaration will be disqualified and, if the inaccuracies are discovered after the applicant has been hired, it shall be grounds for termination.
Application Instructions - REQUIRED MATERIALS: Cover letter Curriculum Vitae or resume List of 3 references with both phone and email contact information for each. Curriculum proposal if applying to teach a 2 credit elective. (Upload as Document 1) Inclusion of a head shot on any of the documents will render them unacceptable as will failure to include current contact information for references.
About Evergreen - Evergreen is an innovative, public, liberal arts college emphasizing integrated interdisciplinary study and collaborative team-teaching throughout the undergraduate curriculum and in three graduate programs. Teaching is the central work of the faculty at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Successful teaching at Evergreen requires broad-ranging intellectual curiosity, the ability to formulate interdisciplinary questions, and the pedagogical skills to support our diverse student population.
EEO Statement - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For more information regarding Evergreen's non-discrimination policies or to report discrimination, please visit the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity webpage at www.evergreen.edu/equalopportunity or contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Officer at (360) 867-5371, Room 3102 Library Building, 2700 Evergreen Parkway NW, Olympia, WA 98505.
Full time/Part time - Part Time
Salary Information - $3710-$8361 per one-quarter, 4-credit course. Faculty membership is unranked with salary determined on a non-competitive, open scale based on earned degrees and years of relevant experience.
Number of Vacancies - 1-6
Location - Olympia
Start Date - Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027
Open Date - 04/15/2026
Review Start Date - Review of completed applications will begin on May 18, 2026. The posting may close at any time after that.
Special Instructions to Applicant - On the REFERENCE page of your application do not complete that information since you are attaching a list of references
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