Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Adjunct Instructor, Land Surveying & Civil Engineering - PTT
Department
Land Surveying / Civil Engineering
Location
Milford
Job Category
Faculty
Job Type
Posting Number
01852
Position End Date
Position Summary Information
General Description of Position
Under the general direction and supervision of the Division Dean / Associate Dean, the adjunct instructor is responsible for keeping up-to-date with the current industry and developing / updating courses for different delivery formats (classroom, hybrid, synchronous online, and asynchronous online). This is a part-time temporary position.
Teaching assignments for this position include, but are not limited to; Basic AutoCAD, Plane Surveying, Engineering Surveying, Geodetic Surveying, Public Land Surveying, Route and Construction Surveying, Principles of Land Development and Boundary Control & Legal Principles.
This position is also responsible for the maintenance of the labs and equipment, developing course objectives, implementing teaching strategies, advising students, monitoring and evaluating student progress, keeping accurate records, and working with the program and College teams.
Essential Functions
Provide Student Instruction in Assigned Program Courses
- Construct relationships with diverse learners;
- Develop and deliver engaging lessons in assigned program courses;
- Build curriculum : lesson plans, assignments, tests (subject to program approval); Developing courses is a shared responsibility based on the Dean, Associate Dean, and Program Director(s) after consideration of the industry leader's feedback.
- Operate all appropriate audio-visual and multimedia equipment and software.
Create and Develop Teaching Aids and Supplements
Create visual communications presentations.Enhance engaged learning through the College's current visual / audio equipment and program applications.Keep up to date with current trends that reflect methods used in the Computer Information Technology industry.Develop New Courses and Update Existing Courses
Collaborate with others and add, develop, and / or implement changes in current courses to keep the Land Surveying / GIS / and Civil Engineering Technology program current.Develop courses that include writing course objectives, syllabi, handouts, and tests, and researching textbooks and online resources and data for course use. Maintain and upgrade Land Surveying and Civil Engineering Technology Equipment.Ensure classrooms, computer lab(s) and online equipment are suitable for engaged learning and are in working order for student use.Complete and Maintain Program and Students Records
Follow state and federal guidelines for student records.Maintain permanent student records : grade books, attendance, and student achievement for all courses taught.Use and promote the online instructional learning management software (LMS), Self-Service, OFFICE 365, and the HUB.Provide recommendations for capital equipment purchases of instructional supplies and equipment.Maintain Technical Competency in the Teaching Area
Attend seminars, professional association meetings, conferences, educational workshops, or other related training sessions to stay technically competent.Participate in college activities related to professional development, diversity, and safety.Participate in Area Campus-Based Program Activities and Teams.Actively engage in, and support Program activities (advisory team meetings, open house, division meetings, etc.) and College activities and teams as requested.Act as a Program Advisor for Students in the Computer Information Technology Program.
Mentor, support, and advise students on academic standing, progress, and the academic map demonstrating courses needed for graduation;Explain College policies and procedures to students to complete all records and forms etc., as needed for articulation and program operation.Individual Development Plan
Develop an individualized development plan in cooperation with the Associate Dean and as defined and supported on the Professional Development website.Professional Development
Faculty must compile (3) different professional development activities during the year as defined and supported on the Professional Development website.Annual Safety Training
Faculty must complete all annual Safety Training as required by the College.Perform Other Campus and Program Duties as Assigned Including, But Not Limited To Substitute teach as required, budget development, advise co-program directors as requested, support and promote the College, the campus, and the Computer Information Technology program, support student recruitment, assist in the security of all College and program facilities, instruments, tools, materials, and equipment, and assist in supervising student help.Participation in determining and updating the Strategic Plan and completion of the annual Assessment process.Teach evening Continuing Education or off-campus Computer Information Technology classes or customized training classes.Promote / Support Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Access
Work toward creating a welcoming, inclusive, equitable, and productive work and learning environment, where all students, faculty members, and college employees are valued and may contribute to their full potential, regardless of their differences.Make concerted efforts to implement accessible and inclusive practices and processes aimed at creating a diverse and equitable learning and work environment.Commit to fostering and maintaining a safe environment of respect and inclusion for students, employees, and members of the community.Promote and support the College's policies and programming related to access, fair employment, EEO, equity, inclusion, and diversity.Marginal Functions
Serve as a technical advisor for the Land Surveying / GIS / Civil Engineering Technology program and provide instructional assistance to other College divisions and programs as requested to ensure quality education for students and that College policies and procedures are followed.Teach evening Continuing Education or off-campus Land Surveying / GIS / Civil Engineering Technology classes or customized training classes.May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions / programs / areas as required.Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours / days / work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Specific KnowledgePossess specific knowledge and experience in the Land Surveying / GIS / Civil Engineering Technology field. This will include the following, focusing on, but not limited to; Plane Surveying, Civil CAD 3D
Drafting, Engineering Surveying, Highway Plan Reading, Route and Construction Surveying, Geodetic Surveying, Principles of Land Development, Applied GIS, Boundary Control & Legal Principles, Public Land Surveying, and current knowledge in operation of "field to finish" surveying methods and equipment including computer software designed to accomplish filed to finish drawings.Ability and experience in the operation of surveying instruments and other equipment, use of AutoCAD, AutoCAD 3D software, applied mathematics, and ESRI GIS Software.Specific SupervisionBe able to maintain a classroom / laboratory environment that is conducive to learning including the ability to maintain proper order.
Be able to interact with colleagues, staff, students, and supervisors in a positive and cooperative manner.Demonstrate effective oral and written communication competencies necessary to conduct classroom and laboratory instruction in working with a diverse student population.Ability to devise and utilize appropriate evaluation methods for classroom, laboratory, Internet, and / or distance learning use that as closely as possible simulates real business and industry processes.Ability to evaluate lab activities completed by students as objectively as possible.Prepare tests and quizzes that are pertinent to the demonstration delivered, and laboratory experiences provided and present them on a regular basis. Score and return tests, quizzes, and other assigned work within a short time to keep students informed of their progress.Ability to organize and present course material in a logical and timely manner using effective communication skills and to prepare and provide this information for various classroom formats, including online course management systems (Canvas).Be able to research in the required skill area taught, to acquire knowledge, facts, or related information that can be used in classroom lecture presentations and lab application demonstrations. Skill in acquiring this information from printed materials, books, resource people, Land Surveying / GIS / Civil Engineering Technology associations, or the Internet is necessary.Will conduct classroom and laboratory sessions for the clock hours described by the course descriptions for all classes assigned to teach.Participate in the development and implementation of College recruiting activities designed to attract students to a Land Surveying / GIS / Civil Engineering Technology career.Participate as a cooperative team member of the Land Surveying / GIS / Civil Engineering Technology faculty, working together to strengthen the program, respond to the needs of industry for the preparation of student workers, and to demonstrate the need for students to develop a positive work ethic for successful employment.Ability to stand for a two (2) hour period of time.Ability to lift and carry up to (50) fifty pounds for short distances, and move tables, chairs, and media equipment.Ability to communicate effectively both in writing, in person, and on the phone.Ability to use basic computer skills.The individual must possess the above skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.Minimum Qualifications
Associate's Degree in Land Surveying or Civil Engineering Technology and / or Bachelor's Degree in any field.Tested experience by examinationduring the interview process.Examination will include knowledge and / or physical demonstration of competencies related to s CAD, UAVs, and data processing, and practical and applicational knowledge related to the site survey and submission process.Relevant certifications that may substitute for test experience would include but are not limited to state surveyor licensure and / or Part 107 certification.
Desired Qualifications
Documentation of an advanced degree or additional college training related to Land Surveying / GIS / Civil Engineering teaching and instruction.Teaching experience in online, hybrid format, flipped classroom, and progressive experience in utilizing technology in curriculum development and delivery.Teaching experience at the Post-Secondary Level.Licensed in land surveying for the state of Nebraska.Salary
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Posting Detail Information
Please be advised that Southeast Community College will require a Criminal History Background Check prior to final offer.
Open Date
07 / 08 / 2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Thank you for your interest in the Adjunct Instructor position. At this time your application will remain in the open pool and if the College needs to hire additional adjuncts in the future due to a change in departmental needs, you may be contacted. This position is on an as-needed basis.
In its active commitment to building a diverse community, Southeast Community College rejects discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin in admission, employment, or access to programs and activities. The college also seeks to avoid discrimination in the administration of educational programs, admission policies, financial aid, or any other college program or activity.
If accommodation or assistance is needed in completing this application, contact Human Resources at 402-437-2553. Southeast Community College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, visitors, and others, and to protecting College assets. Well-informed hiring decisions assist in this effort. To accomplish this goal, the College performs background checks on new employees.
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