| Posting Number | req24525 |
| Department | School of Govt & Public Policy |
| Department Website Link | School of Government & Public Policy |
| Location | Main Campus |
| Address | Tucson, AZ USA |
| Position Highlights | The School of Government & Public Policy seeks an Adjunct Instructor for the Spring 2026 semester (01/05/2026-05/24/2026) in the areas of: Sustainability and Equitable Water Management (PA 521), Local Econ & Community Development (PA 551). These adjunct positions are part-time, non-tenure eligible, and non-benefits eligible. The School of Government & Public Policy (SGPP) was formed in 2009 by combining two highly ranked programs – political science and public administration and policy – bringing them under a single roof. Located in the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences, SGPP is one of the largest schools at the University of Arizona and is uniquely situated to serve as a new model for public affairs education by promoting high-caliber research, teaching, community outreach, and civic leadership. By offering leading programs in political science, international relations, public policy, and public management, SGPP prepares students for leadership positions in the public and nonprofit sectors. The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here. |
| Duties & Responsibilities | Duties & Responsibilities: PA 521 Adjunct – instruction for undergraduate juniors and seniors majoring in Criminal Justice Studies and/or Public Management & Policy/Public Affairs PA 551 – instruction for graduate students in the Master of Public Administration and Master of Public Policy programs Hold office hours Plan class lectures and assignments Grade papers and exams Assign projects |
| Minimum Qualifications | Master’s degree in related subject relevant to class assignment with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Ph.D. in Political Science, Public Policy, or related subject relevant to class assignment. |
| Rank | Instructor |
| Tenure Information | Adjunct (NTE) |
| FLSA | Exempt |
| Full Time/Part Time | Part Time |
| Number of Hours Worked per Week | 16 |
| Job FTE | 0.20 |
| Work Calendar | Academic |
| Job Category | Faculty |
| Benefits Eligible | No Benefits |
| Rate of Pay | $65,000 |
| Compensation Type | salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) |
| Type of criminal background check required: | Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) |
| Number of Vacancies | 2 |
| Target Hire Date | |
| Expected End Date | 5/24/2026 |
| Contact Information for Candidates | Angela Hackett School of Government & Public Policy ahackett@arizona.edu https://sgpp.arizona.edu |
| Open Date | 11/20/2025 |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Documents Needed to Apply | Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | |
| Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report | In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu. |
