Faculty, Industrial Machine/Maintenance Technology Program

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• Compensation: $64,812.80 /yr
• Worksite Location: City Center Campus

Overview / Job Summary:

The Faculty member for the Industrial Machine/Maintenace Technology Program is responsible for developing and delivering instructional content that prepares students for careers in automation technology and machine maintenance. This role includes curriculum development, hands-on training in laboratory environments, assessment of student performance, and collaboration with industry partners to ensure relevance and effectiveness of the program.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will vary, but are not limited to:

• Design and deliver course content that encompasses industrial automation, electrical systems, and machine maintenance.
• Conduct effective classroom and lab sessions that include demonstrations and hands-on activities.
• Evaluate student performance through assessments, providing timely feedback and guidance for improvement.
• Collaborate with industry partners to maintain a curriculum that reflects current practices and technologies.
• Participate in program assessment and make recommendations for improvements.
• Support student success through mentorship and advising, assisting them in achieving their career goals.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in discipline or subfield OR Associate Degree with minimum of 1,000 hours experience in career/technical field OR 4,000 hours worked in career/technical field

Preferred Experience & Skills:

• Four years or the equivalent of four years full-time work experience in the industry, preferred.
• Extensive experience with following preferred:
• Electronics
• Industrial Wiring
• Motors & Motor Controls
• Programmable Logic Controls
• Instrumentation
• Industrial Fluid Power
• Manufacturing Automation Concepts
• Teaching experience in adult education preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be available for required course assignments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - must be able to work with students, industry, and administrative personnel in a pleasant, professional, and efficient manner.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to use personal computer and software applications.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to process, enter and audit data accurately and quickly

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