What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Technology Faculty (Automation) position at Northwest State Community College?
GENERAL PURPOSE
The Industrial Technology Faculty will be responsible for classroom instruction. They will provide leadership in the development, assessment, and evaluation of curriculum in existing courses, new courses, and related programs. They will actively participate in student advising. They will participate in department meetings, college committees, and facilitate industry advisory committees.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Facilitate Classroom instruction:
- Prepare, present, and evaluate course materials related to the instructional strategies which are based on the course learning objectives.
- Provide adequate feedback/explanation of graded coursework and other student information in an accurate and timely manner.
- Ensure a positive and favorable learning environment in the classroom, labs, and campus, while maintaining and following proper safety protocols.
- Responsible for classroom and lab equipment, maintenance, and supplies
- Instruct classes (and CTS trainings) both on campus and at remote training sites. Remote sites may include other NSCC campuses, industry sites, and high schools.
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Lead the development, assessment, and evaluation of curriculum:
- Complete assessment and evaluation of existing courses and program curriculum; revise course materials and activities as needed for continuous improvement.
- Develop new courses and programs, including the assessment, evaluation, course syllabi, selecting appropriate text, lab equipment, and ancillary materials.
- Attend statewide meetings or remain abreast of transfer & articulation policy in order to make recommendations for curricular change and alignment.
- Make periodic visits to related industrial sites to maintain technology awareness; organize and facilitate advisory committee meetings.
- Provide leadership to part-time instructors, lab coordinators, and student workers.
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Participate in student advisement:
- Arrange and maintain suitable office hours for student advising and academic assistance
- Provide academic advising and counseling to students assisting with course selection and academic requirements
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Facilitate cooperative relationships with outside agencies, including:
- Colleges and universities
- High schools
- Career Centers/Tech Prep/dual enrollments
- Local industry, trade, and industrial organizations
- Attend and participate in department, faculty meetings, and college committees and other scheduled meetings/activities at which attendance is expected.
- Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner and follows established college policies and procedures.
- Engage in professional development activities to maintain and enhance course content and instructional skills.
- Participate in departmental and institutional accreditation activities.
- Assist the division/college in their efforts to secure funds through competitive State and Federal grants when applicable.
- Other similar duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
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Associate’s degree in the discipline related to subjects taught and/or a combination of education, training and tested experience. Bachelor’s preferred.
- Allen Bradley PLC operation and programming
- Fanuc Robotics
- Industrial Electricity
- Industrial Safety
- Minimum of five (5) years industrial experience. If experience is not within the last 5 years, must show currency with industry through membership, training or consulting.
- Teaching experience preferred.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Working knowledge in educational theory or techniques.
- Knowledge of local industry and manufacturing processes.
- Ability to lead development of new courses and programs.
- Ability and skill to assess and plan courses and programs.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Aid in the support of part-time instructors and student workers.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR PUBLIC CONTACT
Position will interact with and may conduct presentations for business and industry personnel, NSCC and other college personnel, equipment vendors, students and their parents, high school employees, and the general public.
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.
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.
Northwest State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and educator that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, age, disability or military status in employment or the provision of services.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the policy of Northwest State Community College to provide reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities. When contacted for an interview, an applicant who requires special accommodations due to a disability should notify the Human Resources office at the time he/she is contacted so that proper arrangements can be made for the interview.