Electrical Instructor

DIVISION: Applied Technology

SUPERVISOR: Dean of Applied Technology

BASIC FUNCTION: Full-time, nine month position with potential for supplemental summer term contract. This position includes using both classroom and lab settings to equip students with hands-on skills in programming, troubleshooting, and optimizing automated systems.Background in programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motor theory and control systems. A strong background in Industrial automation, electrical engineering, and process control (is preferred), equipping students with hands-on skills in programming, troubleshooting, and optimizing automated systems.Depending on their role, they might also be involved in robotics and industrial networking. Their teaching approach would emphasize practical applications, problem-solving and real-work automation scenarios to prepare students for careers in manufacturing, process industries, or system integration.Other skills may include motor theory, programmable logic controllers, and power distribution. Developed organizational, and leadership skills, communication skills, and working in a team environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required – Two-year post-secondary AAS degree in the field of electrical applications or related field.
Three years of recent experience in the electrical field Knowledge of electrical theory, wiring applications, motor theory, blueprint reading, basic drafting, motor controls, and programmable logic controllers..

Preferred – Bachelor’s degree in closely related field.
Five years of recent experience in the electrical field Previous teaching experience.

The successful applicant for this position will be required to meet applicable new instructor criterion as established by the College Quality Faculty Plan.
Copies of all academic transcripts are required. Unofficial copies are acceptable at the time of application. Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment, a complete set of original transcripts will be required.

DESIRED QUALITIES AND CHARACTERISTICS:
1.Excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills, and leadership skills.
2.Ability to work with a wide range of students.
3.Ability to provide effective instruction across the entire curriculum core to a broad spectrum of traditional and nontraditional students.
4.Ability to work in a team environment.
5.Basic computer skills

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Conduct effective instruction in all assigned areas, using approved course outlines.
2. Develop, revise, and maintain current program curriculum for assigned courses.
3. Notify the Academic Dean, Vice President of Instruction and Learning Services, designee, or individual in charge as early as possible of inability to meet a class.
4. Assess student progress and maintain accurate grade computations. Submit grade reports to Student Services according to designated timelines.
5. Attend all faculty and division meetings and serve on college committees as appropriate.
6. Schedule and meet with program advisory committee a minimum of once per year.
7. Recommends additional media center instructional materials.
8. Assist in the budgeting process by identifying instructional materials and equipment.
9. Counsel, advise, and/or refer students as appropriate.
10. Maintain evidence of competency achievement (knowledge and application of knowledge) and demonstrate continuous professional development as outlined in the Quality Faculty Plan.
11. Assist in promotion and recruitment of the instructor’s respective program(s).
12. Submit requisitions for needed supplies to immediate supervisor.
13. Serve as a resource person for students and graduates regarding job opportunities.
14. Enforce all Northwest Iowa Community College student policies.
15. Participate in professional development activities.
16. Provide students written course expectations, including course objectives, attendance policy, methods of evaluation, and grading practices.
17. Conducts business or industry training as needed.

WAGE/SALARY RANGE: $42,000 to $44,000 (nine-month contract, 172 days)

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Applications accepted until the position is filled; review of applications to begin June 13, 2014.

ANTICIPATED EMPLOYMENT DATE: August 11, 2014 (2014 Fall Semester)