DC Faculty - Fresno Pacific University

QUALIFICATIONS
Academic
Candidates for an adjunct faculty position are normally expected to hold the highest degree
available in their field. In most cases, this will be a doctorate. The university will, however, consider
candidates who hold a Master’s degree in their field. Faculty candidates will be expected to show
evidence of success in teaching, or, in the case of those who have not taught before, evidence of
significant potential.
Christian Commitment
Candidates for an adjunct faculty position will be expected to be in agreement with the
university’s theological orientation; to have a personal commitment to Jesus Christ as God, Savior, and
Lord; to be active in the life of the church; and to live a life consistent with their commitment to the
Lordship of Christ. They should be sufficiently versed in the doctrines and ethical teachings of the
Christian faith to be able to integrate them with their academic discipline.
PERSONNEL RECORDS
Pre-­‐employment
A file is prepared for each adjunct faculty member and contains the following documents:
1. The adjunct’s curriculum vitae
2. Adjunct Faculty application form
3. Letters of recommendation
4. Official transcripts attesting the completion of the highest degree earned and any subsequent
study
Personnel File
When the candidate is retained to teach as an adjunct faculty member, the candidate’s pre-­‐
employment file is kept in the appropriate school. Adjunct faculty members should keep the school up-­‐to-­‐
date with current vita, transcripts, and contact information. Submit them to the dean’s office. The
adjunct faculty member’s personnel file is subject to the same provisions as appointed faculty. These
provisions are iterated in the Fresno Pacific University Faculty Handbook.
All DC Faculty
CONTRACTS AND PAY DAYS
Contracts are issued at the beginning of each semester. If you fail to receive a contract, please
contact the dean’s assistant. Contracts need to be returned four weeks before class begins with an
updated syllabus for all classes (except those in the OL program.) At that same time the instructor may
request a class schedule. If OL Faculty Guides are needed, contact the program director. If textbooks are
needed, contact the publisher for a desk copy.
Pay checks are mailed from the Business Office on the last day of the month. Direct deposit
arrangements may be made with the Business Office. For cohort classes contact the Dean’s Assistant if
you do not receive an anticipated check. For short term and weekend courses contact Shirley Warkentin.
Pay advices are available via CampusCruiser under the MyServices tab.
Degree Completion Faculty Handbook � Page 9