Professional Development Trainer​/Bootcamp Instructor, ASCENT - Panama Campus; Pos

Professional Development Trainer/Bootcamp Instructor, ASCENT - Panama City Campus (Multiple Positions) (Part-time, OPS)

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Department: ASCENT - Office of Professional Engagement and Learning (OPEL)

Florida State University is one of the nation’s top 25 public universities, and FSU Panama City amplifies the university’s efforts to preserve, expand, and disseminate knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and human services professions. FSU Panama City is located 100 miles west of Tallahassee on North St. Andrews Bay, only three miles from the Gulf of Mexico. The campus offers 20 bachelor’s programs, nine master’s programs, one doctoral program, and a small faculty-to-student ratio for personalized academic experience.

• Providing classroom, online, or hybrid instruction in professional development and bootcamp formats.
• Fulfilling all contractual obligations during the term.
• Delivering training sessions aligned with pre‑approved curricula and industry standards.
• Preparing thoroughly for each session and adhering to schedules.
• Leveraging modern teaching technologies, including learning management systems (LMS) and web‑conferencing tools.
• Engaging learners actively, providing timely responses to questions and offering support or referrals when necessary.
• Collaborating with ASCENT staff to ensure seamless delivery and high‑quality learner experiences.
• Assisting in the development and refinement of training content, as needed.
• Maintaining accurate records of attendance, grades, and evaluations, as applicable.
• Completing annual compliance training and adhering to university policies.
• Performing additional duties as assigned by the OPEL Program Manager.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Relevant industry certifications, coupled with two or more years of field experience.

• Proven expertise in the subject areas being taught (e.g., technology, business, healthcare, etc.).
• Certifications in relevant tools or technologies (e.g., cybersecurity, IT, programming languages, project management, etc.).
• Post‑secondary teaching or training experience preferred.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development through education, certifications, or other activities.
• Proficiency with teaching technologies, including LMS platforms, lecture‑capture tools, and synchronous online engagement software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to engage others.

This position is an OPS/temporary role, anticipated to begin late Spring 2026. The position may require a criminal history background check and a flexible schedule for trainings and occasional classes outside normal business hours. It may be located on site at any of the eight counties in the panhandle region.

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