Adjunct Faculty – Enlisted College Distance Education Program (ECDEP) - CDET

Marine Corps University (MCU) / College of Distance Education and Training (CDET)

Location: CDET Regional campuses (MCB Quantico VA; MCB Camp Lejeune NC; NAS-JRB Fort Worth TX; MCB Camp Pendleton CA; MCAS Miramar CA; MCB Hawaii; MCB Camp Butler Okinawa Japan)

Position Overview

Hatalom is seeking qualified Adjunct Faculty to support the Marine Corps University (MCU) College of Distance Education and Training (CDET) Enlisted College Distance Education Program (ECDEP). The ECDEP provides Professional Military Education (PME) to enlisted Marines, preparing them for increased leadership responsibilities through the development of critical thinking, decision-making, communication, and leadership skills. Adjunct Faculty play a critical role in mentoring Marines and facilitating professional discussions that contribute to the development of future enlisted leaders.

Adjunct Faculty work closely with Regional Chief Instructors (RCIs) to provide instruction and mentorship to Marines enrolled in ECDEP seminars. Faculty are responsible for facilitating discussions, evaluating student performance, grading assignments, and fostering an engaging learning environment that supports student success. ECDEP Adjunct Faculty currently support the Sergeant's School Seminar Program (SSSP) and the Staff Noncommissioned Officer Leadership School Seminar Program (SNCOLSP). Courses are delivered in resident, synchronous online, and asynchronous online formats. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Regional Chief Instructors to deliver instruction using approved CDET curricula, faculty guides, and Learning Management System (LMS) resources.
• Conduct Socratic-style seminars in classroom, synchronous online, and asynchronous online learning environments.
• Lead professional military education discussions that encourage critical thinking, leadership development, and professional growth.
• Mentor Marines throughout the program and provide academic and professional guidance.
• Grade seminar participation, written assignments, essays, and other course requirements using approved CDET grading standards and rubrics.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to support student learning and development.
• Maintain accurate grading records, course documentation, and student performance data.
• Support student enrollment and participation within approved learning management systems.
• Complete required faculty orientation and continuing faculty development requirements.
• Participate in faculty meetings, training events, and professional development activities as required.
• Attend annual faculty development workshops and other training events as directed.
• Ensure compliance with Marine Corps University academic standards, academic integrity requirements, and contractual requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Sergeant's School Seminar Program (5500)
• Served as a Staff Sergeant (E-6) or above in the United States Marine Corps.
• Professional Military Education (PME) complete for rank or grade.
• Staff Noncommissioned Officer Leadership School Seminar Program (6800)
• Served as a Master Sergeant, First Sergeant, or above in the United States Marine Corps.
• Professional Military Education (PME) complete for rank or grade.

Additional Requirements

• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to facilitate adult learning and professional discussions.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a distributed learning environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Graduate of a Marine Corps University or CDET Professional Military Education seminar program.
• Experience utilizing Socratic teaching methodologies.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), such as Moodle.
• Previous teaching, instructor, facilitator, mentoring, or faculty experience.
• Experience supporting military education or leadership development programs.
• Prior experience conducting instruction in resident, synchronous online, or asynchronous online environments.

Security Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Active Secret clearance (Tier 3 Investigation) required.
• Ability to maintain eligibility for continued access to Government facilities and systems.

Work Location

Positions may support CDET regional campuses located throughout the United States and overseas.

Work Schedule

Part-time adjunct position. Courses are generally delivered outside normal duty hours. Faculty assignments vary based on regional enrollment and seminar demand. The Sergeant's School Seminar Program (5500) and Staff Noncommissioned Officer Leadership School Seminar Program (6800) are each 15 weeks in duration and are typically offered three times per year. Courses may be delivered in resident, synchronous online, or asynchronous online formats.

This document is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all job-related activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Due to the nature of the industry, job tasks may be changed as necessary to meet the needs of the customer. Hatalom Corporation is an equal opportunity employer providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.