What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Instructor of Construction Technology position at Colorado Mesa University?
ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY
Technical Instructor of Construction Technology
ABOUT THIS POSITION
Summary
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Strong written and verbal communications skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from faculty, staff, administration, regulatory agencies, and/or community members. Ability to effectively present information.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with and apply basic mathematical concepts of arithmetic and algebra, along with the ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical problems.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define problems, collect information, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to comprehend and interpret rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and hear. The employee is also frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach. The employee occasionally may be required to lift up to 20 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include near acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment can vary from quiet to loud.
Salary: $50,000.00 - 55,000.00. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!
Department: Colorado Mesa University
Employment Type: Faculty
HOW TO APPLY
Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 4/3/2025.
How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload:
Direct Inquiries Contact: Kelly Reuss, klreuss@coloradomesa.edu
ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY
A comprehensive university in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus. As western Colorado's largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its technical college, CMU Tech, and via online offerings.
Colorado Mesa University serves as the primary intellectual and cultural center of western Colorado and promotes the exchange of ideas that are of regional, national, and international importance. Founded in 1925, it is a dynamic university enrolling 10,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels.
At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they will encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that supports students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.
The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you will not have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs, and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, rafting, and a mountain resort that's less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado's best kept secrets.
Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.
Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.
Technical Instructor of Construction Technology
ABOUT THIS POSITION
Summary
The Technical Instructor of Construction Technology teaches post-secondary courses in the Associate of Applied Science in Supervision, Construction Technology degree program at CMU Tech. Duties include teaching construction supervision subjects including, but not limited to, building materials and testing, estimating, print reading, project management, and other supervisory courses that develop management skills.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Professional classroom and lab instruction of at least 15 credit hours per semester teaching subjects related to the Construction Technology program. Maintain 5 hours of office time per week.
- Applicant will be responsible for curriculum development and course scheduling.
- Assist in recruitment, advisement, placement, and follow-up of students.
- Work independently, and in collaboration with colleagues, to develop innovative curriculum which meets the needs of our diverse population of students.
- Demonstrate knowledge in surveying, construction codes, and safety regulations.
- Must be committed to highest quality teaching, be responsive to changing industry expectations, and support strong industry/community relations.
- Determine program needs, maintain equipment, and maintain program budget.
- Coordinate industry engagement with local employers for advisory committee, internship, and other industry specific needs.
- Serve as representative of the department by participating in committees, task forces, and events at the campus, college, and/or state levels.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
- Associate degree or higher in related field from an accredited institution
- Knowledge in both residential and commercial construction
- Understanding of OSHA standards, industry safety rules, and national building codes
- Minimum of 4000 hours (approximately 2 years full time) of related occupational experience within the past 7 years
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong industry-based math skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution
- Training or teaching experience in related field, either in a work training environment or in an educational environment
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Strong written and verbal communications skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from faculty, staff, administration, regulatory agencies, and/or community members. Ability to effectively present information.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with and apply basic mathematical concepts of arithmetic and algebra, along with the ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical problems.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define problems, collect information, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to comprehend and interpret rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and hear. The employee is also frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach. The employee occasionally may be required to lift up to 20 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include near acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment can vary from quiet to loud.
Salary: $50,000.00 - 55,000.00. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!
Department: Colorado Mesa University
Employment Type: Faculty
HOW TO APPLY
Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 4/3/2025.
How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.
- Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)
Direct Inquiries Contact: Kelly Reuss, klreuss@coloradomesa.edu
ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY
A comprehensive university in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus. As western Colorado's largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its technical college, CMU Tech, and via online offerings.
Colorado Mesa University serves as the primary intellectual and cultural center of western Colorado and promotes the exchange of ideas that are of regional, national, and international importance. Founded in 1925, it is a dynamic university enrolling 10,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels.
At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they will encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that supports students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.
The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you will not have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs, and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, rafting, and a mountain resort that's less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado's best kept secrets.
Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.
Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.
Colorado Mesa University
Attn: Human Resources Office
1100 North Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501
970.248.1820
Salary : $50,000 - $55,000
