Job Description

Position Information

Position Title Accounting Instructor Campus Elizabeth Department Center for Economic & Workforce Development Full-time, Part-time, Adjunct Part Time Exempt or Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Regular,Temporary, or Grant Grant General Description

In conjunction with staff members, perform instruction, and reporting requirements as specified by CEWD supervisory staff. In addition, adjustments in teaching strategies for bilingual students may be required. Because of the frequent contractual and programmatic changes at the CEWD, instructor requirements may be modified according to program and students’ needs.

Characteristics, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in a systematic as well as creative and challenging way. Classes will be conducted for trainees in theory, concepts and applications of accounting and for QuickBooks certification.
• Assist in making interpretations and recommendations for diagnostic activities for students in consultation with the supervisor.
• Take into account student individual employability plans and contribute to monthly evaluations of progress in program. Make modifications for and implement changes in individual program.
• Contribute to curriculum development attuned to learning level objectives.
• Participate in the general center activities including personal development, program planning, and center related events.
• Accepts all other assignments which help CEWD realize contractual goals.
• Respond to all program requests.
• Travel to all campuses and satellite locations as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by unit supervisor and CEWD administration.
• At all times exercise professionalism and confidentiality with staff and students.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required.

Experience

• Relevant instructional experience or equivalent.
• Prior experience with underserved populations a plus.
• Strong computer, interpersonal and organizational skills.

Competencies and Skills Required

• Specific knowledge and experience in QuickBooks, MS Office Suite emphasis on MS Excel and other applications as required.
• Ability to multi-task in a busy environment.
• Ability to work with persons of varied education, experience, social and economic backgrounds.
• Ability to remain discreet with student and staff information.
• Commitment to service and a diverse student population.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability and willingness to travel to other campuses, CEWD satellites and/or other satellites assigned as needed.
• Flexibility of schedule.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

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 Additional Information

Union County College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, religion, age, disability, handicap or other legally protected status in its provision of employment, education, and activities, or other services.

Union County College 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.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes twenty medical plans to choose from including PPO, HMO and HD plans offered by BC/BS and Aetna, three dental plans including two PPOs and one DMO offered by Delta Dental of NJ, and a pension plan with seven investment carriers. We also offer twenty vacation days, ten paid holidays, and a ten week summer work schedule which allows the college to close on Fridays. Other additional benefits include gym privileges, tuition remission for credit and non-credit courses at Union County College, and tuition reimbursement for an approved degree program at an accredited college or university.

Terms of Employment

Flexible schedule to meet department needs. Part-time hours not to exceed 25 per week. 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. Position may be required to work at any campus at any time. Employee must establish primary residency in New Jersey within one year of appointment unless an exemption applies.

Grant Positions:

Position will be terminated upon expiration of grant funding.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 04/30/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes