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Ottawa University seeks candidates for adjunct instructor positions in the School of Business at the Surprise, Arizona campus. This position is responsible for providing engaging and effective in-person instruction to undergraduate students. Specific areas that adjunct faculty are needed in are:
- Accounting
- Business Law
- Human Resources
- Marketing
Founded in 1865, Ottawa University is a not-for-profit, comprehensive university affiliated with the American Baptist Churches USA. The University’s traditional campuses are in Ottawa, Kansas and Surprise, Arizona. In addition to the traditional campuses, Ottawa University offers innovative, flexible adult education programs for both the bachelors and graduate level at its campuses located within the United States and through online degree programs throughout the U.S. Ottawa University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
Building on its foundation as a Christ-inspired community of grace and open inquiry, Ottawa University prepares professional and liberal arts graduates for lifetimes of personal significance, vocational fulfillment, and service to God and humanity. The University’s Code of Conduct and Ethics interprets this mission as it applies to the everyday decisions, behaviors, and actions of those within the community. All members of the Ottawa University Community are responsible for sustaining the highest ethical standards of the University, and of the broader communities in which it functions.
Ottawa University celebrates and prizes the diversity of its students, faculty, staff, and Board of Trustees. In keeping with its Mission Statement, the University is called to actively foster an environment of awareness, appreciation, and intentional inclusivity. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from members of underrepresented groups and strongly encourage them to apply.
Offers of employment (campus based and remote) may be extended only to individuals who reside within one of the following registered states: Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Indiana, Kansas, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Texas, Wisconsin. You are required to maintain primary residency in one of the above states, to maintain employment with Ottawa University.
OUR UNIVERSITY
Ottawa University (established in 1865), one of the oldest private liberal arts universities in the United States, is a multi-campus system serving approximately 4000 students through its campuses in Kansas (Ottawa, Kansas- Residential Campus and Overland Park, Kansas- Adult Programs); Arizona (Surprise Residential Campus and OUAZ Adult Programs); Wisconsin (Brookfield Adult Programs); and our OU ONLINE PROGRAM based out of Overland Park, Kansas.
Ottawa University is a regionally accredited, church-related, private university that strives to integrate faith, learning, and life in the academic experiences of students.
JOB SUMMARY
Ottawa University is accepting applications for potential openings for Adjunct Instructor positions. The need for these positions is undetermined at this time and is dependent on operational need including enrollment and staffing. If a need arises, the department will select candidates from this general adjunct posting. We do post adjunct instructor positions for specific areas and needs periodically and you will need to apply as you see those become available.
If you are interested in teaching in a university setting, it can be helpful to gain experience as an adjunct instructor. Many of our adjunct instructors hold a full-time career elsewhere, and choose to teach in our evening, weekend, and online programs so that they may have the opportunity to teach students.
Ottawa University employs adjunct instructors to teach undergraduate/graduate level coursework for its adult campuses. Each location has an Academic Coordinator/Academic Dean dedicated to hiring for adjunct teaching responsibilities.
STANDARD UNIVERSITY EXPECTATIONS:
- Model and encourage collaboration among University departments assuring effective communication and operations.
- Understand the University’s policies and, procedures, and exercise good judgment accordingly. Assure that University and student information is managed in a confidential and ethical manner in accordance with the University’s Code of Conduct and Ethics.
- Provide leadership through conduct, attitude, and professionalism. Represent the University to students, external groups, faculty, and staff in a way that reflects positively on the University.
- Be mindful and supportive of the overall Mission of Ottawa University.
- Exercise Inclusivity in your daily actions accruing alignment within expectations of the University’s Mission Statement and Statement of Inclusion, Openness, and Community.
NOTE
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
Ottawa University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate in recruitment or employment on the basis of race, age, sex, color, religion, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Earned Doctorate or a master's degree in related field, with 18+ graduate credit hours in the discipline being taught.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Five years of academic and professional teaching experience within the teaching content.
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience with Blackboard or other similar online course platforms.
- Experience with Zoom, Skype, or WebEx.
Required Application Materials:
These items can be attached as part of the application process.
- A completed employment application for each position you wish to apply for.
- Resume and or Vita
- Cover Letter
- Teaching Philosophy
- Three professional references (you will be asked to provide letters of recommendation if offered a position)
Transcripts (These can be unofficial for application. If hired, you will be asked to supply official transcripts directly to the University for each conferred degree)
A completed employment application is required for each position please attach to the application with a cover letter, resume, highest degree transcripts and the names of three professional references as a part of the application for employment.
Ottawa University celebrates and prizes the diversity of its students, faculty, staff, and Board of Trustees. In keeping with its Mission Statement, the University is called to actively foster an environment of awareness, appreciation, and intentional inclusivity. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from members of underrepresented groups and strongly encourage them to apply.
Ottawa University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate in recruitment or employment on the basis of race, age, sex, color, religion, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
INTRODUCTION
Ottawa University seeks candidates for adjunct instructor positions in the School of Business at the Surprise, Arizona campus. This position is responsible for providing engaging and effective in-person instruction to undergraduate students. Specific areas that adjunct faculty are needed in are:
- Accounting
- Business Law
- Human Resources
- Marketing
Founded in 1865, Ottawa University is a not-for-profit, comprehensive university affiliated with the American Baptist Churches USA. The University’s traditional campuses are in Ottawa, Kansas and Surprise, Arizona. In addition to the traditional campuses, Ottawa University offers innovative, flexible adult education programs for both the bachelors and graduate level at its campuses located within the United States and through online degree programs throughout the U.S. Ottawa University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
Building on its foundation as a Christ-inspired community of grace and open inquiry, Ottawa University prepares professional and liberal arts graduates for lifetimes of personal significance, vocational fulfillment, and service to God and humanity. The University’s Code of Conduct and Ethics interprets this mission as it applies to the everyday decisions, behaviors, and actions of those within the community. All members of the Ottawa University Community are responsible for sustaining the highest ethical standards of the University, and of the broader communities in which it functions.
Ottawa University celebrates and prizes the diversity of its students, faculty, staff, and Board of Trustees. In keeping with its Mission Statement, the University is called to actively foster an environment of awareness, appreciation, and intentional inclusivity. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from members of underrepresented groups and strongly encourage them to apply.
Offers of employment (campus based and remote) may be extended only to individuals who reside within one of the following registered states: Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Indiana, Kansas, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Texas, Wisconsin. You are required to maintain primary residency in one of the above states, to maintain employment with Ottawa University.
OUR UNIVERSITY
Ottawa University (established in 1865), one of the oldest private liberal arts universities in the United States, is a multi-campus system serving approximately 4000 students through its campuses in Kansas (Ottawa, Kansas- Residential Campus and Overland Park, Kansas- Adult Programs); Arizona (Surprise Residential Campus and OUAZ Adult Programs); Wisconsin (Brookfield Adult Programs); and our OU ONLINE PROGRAM based out of Overland Park, Kansas.
Ottawa University is a regionally accredited, church-related, private university that strives to integrate faith, learning, and life in the academic experiences of students.
JOB SUMMARY
Ottawa University is accepting applications for potential openings for Adjunct Instructor positions. The need for these positions is undetermined at this time and is dependent on operational need including enrollment and staffing. If a need arises, the department will select candidates from this general adjunct posting. We do post adjunct instructor positions for specific areas and needs periodically and you will need to apply as you see those become available.
If you are interested in teaching in a university setting, it can be helpful to gain experience as an adjunct instructor. Many of our adjunct instructors hold a full-time career elsewhere, and choose to teach in our evening, weekend, and online programs so that they may have the opportunity to teach students.
Ottawa University employs adjunct instructors to teach undergraduate/graduate level coursework for its adult campuses. Each location has an Academic Coordinator/Academic Dean dedicated to hiring for adjunct teaching responsibilities.
STANDARD UNIVERSITY EXPECTATIONS:
- Model and encourage collaboration among University departments assuring effective communication and operations.
- Understand the University’s policies and, procedures, and exercise good judgment accordingly. Assure that University and student information is managed in a confidential and ethical manner in accordance with the University’s Code of Conduct and Ethics.
- Provide leadership through conduct, attitude, and professionalism. Represent the University to students, external groups, faculty, and staff in a way that reflects positively on the University.
- Be mindful and supportive of the overall Mission of Ottawa University.
- Exercise Inclusivity in your daily actions accruing alignment within expectations of the University’s Mission Statement and Statement of Inclusion, Openness, and Community.
NOTE
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
Ottawa University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate in recruitment or employment on the basis of race, age, sex, color, religion, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Earned Doctorate or a master's degree in related field, with 18+ graduate credit hours in the discipline being taught.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Five years of academic and professional teaching experience within the teaching content.
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience with Blackboard or other similar online course platforms.
- Experience with Zoom, Skype, or WebEx.
Required Application Materials:
These items can be attached as part of the application process.
- A completed employment application for each position you wish to apply for.
- Resume and or Vita
- Cover Letter
- Teaching Philosophy
- Three professional references (you will be asked to provide letters of recommendation if offered a position)
Transcripts (These can be unofficial for application. If hired, you will be asked to supply official transcripts directly to the University for each conferred degree)
A completed employment application is required for each position please attach to the application with a cover letter, resume, highest degree transcripts and the names of three professional references as a part of the application for employment.
Ottawa University celebrates and prizes the diversity of its students, faculty, staff, and Board of Trustees. In keeping with its Mission Statement, the University is called to actively foster an environment of awareness, appreciation, and intentional inclusivity. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from members of underrepresented groups and strongly encourage them to apply.
Ottawa University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate in recruitment or employment on the basis of race, age, sex, color, religion, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Verify your OT license transfers across states
Ottawa University operates campuses in multiple states, so confirm your occupational therapy license is valid or transferable to the specific campus location. State licensing boards process applications independently, and delays can hold up your start date and visa timeline.
Target openings tied to clinical programs
OT roles at Ottawa University often connect to academic or clinical training programs. Positions linked to curriculum delivery or fieldwork supervision tend to have stronger institutional backing for sponsorship than short-term or adjunct clinical roles.
Ask HR directly about LCA filing timelines
Before accepting an offer, ask Ottawa University's HR team when they plan to file the Labor Condition Application with DOL. LCA certification must happen before USCIS can process your H-1B petition, and a delayed LCA can push your start date by weeks.
Get your NBCOT certification documented early
Ottawa University hiring teams will expect proof of NBCOT certification alongside your academic credentials. Have certified copies of your transcripts and NBCOT documentation ready before the interview stage so the HR team can begin the sponsorship assessment without waiting on paperwork.
Understand TN status if you hold Canadian citizenship
Canadian occupational therapists can enter under TN status, which requires no USCIS petition and can be processed at the border. If you're Canadian and targeting Ottawa University, confirm the role is classified under an eligible TN occupation category before your offer letter is finalized.
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Does Ottawa University sponsor H-1B visas for OTs?
Yes, Ottawa University sponsors H-1B visas for occupational therapy roles. The process requires the university to file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting the H-1B petition to USCIS. Because the H-1B has an annual cap and lottery, timing matters. Roles that are cap-exempt, such as those tied directly to an institution of higher education, may allow for year-round filing.
How do I apply for OT jobs at Ottawa University?
Apply through Ottawa University's official careers portal, targeting roles listed under occupational therapy or allied health. Prepare your NBCOT certification, state licensure documentation, and academic transcripts before applying, as these are typically required early in the screening process. If you need visa sponsorship, note this clearly during the application or when contacted by the hiring team so HR can assess eligibility from the start.
Which visa types does Ottawa University commonly use for OT roles?
Ottawa University sponsors several visa types for OT positions, including H-1B, TN for eligible Canadian and Mexican nationals, J-1 for exchange visitors in qualifying programs, and F-1 OPT and CPT for students completing OT degrees. The right visa depends on your nationality, current status, and whether you're completing a degree program or entering as a fully credentialed practitioner.
What qualifications does Ottawa University expect for OT roles?
Ottawa University typically requires a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy or a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, along with active NBCOT certification and a valid state OT license for the campus location. Roles tied to academic programs may also expect clinical supervision experience or familiarity with fieldwork education. International candidates should confirm their degree is recognized as equivalent to a U.S. accredited OT program.
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