Instructor - Electrical Systems Technology

Campus

OSU-Institute of Technology

Contact Name & Email

Heath Mosco, heath.mosco@okstate.edu

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$50,000 - $55,000

Salary

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About this Position

GENERAL SUMMARY:

This 12-month cross-disciplinary faculty position supports the School of Engineering & Construction Technologies (SECT) by providing expert instruction across programs with overlapping electrical systems content. The individual will deliver coursework in Electrical Construction and Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (ACR), with instructional scope extending to Power Plant Technology, Engineering Technologies, and Industrial Maintenance as program needs require. The primary emphasis of this role is applied electrical knowledge — wiring systems, power distribution, motor controls, and related code compliance — integrated across the technical disciplines served by SECT. This position is designed to maximize instructional flexibility and cross-program coordination in support of OSUIT's mission and the development of workforce ready graduates.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate program discipline or related discipline from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree preferred.
• Other combinations of education and directly relevant industry experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirements.

Experience:

• Minimum of four (4) years of documented industry experience required; experience that spans electrical systems within or across varied industry settings is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with electrical wiring, power distribution systems, motor controls, National Electrical Code (NEC) compliance, and/or building automation systems.
• Teaching experience in higher education or workforce training settings is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in collaborating with varied constituencies.

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

Licensure/Certification:

• Valid Oklahoma driver's license required.
• Electrical or HVAC Journeyman license is highly desired (Oklahoma or transferable equivalency).
• Additional industry certifications (NCCER, NETA, NFPA 70E, or equivalent) preferred.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to plan, organize, and execute complex instructional and programmatic initiatives.
• Proficiency in electronic communications, word processing, and software associated with discipline and instruction.
• Ability to maintain high standards of professional responsibility, ethical judgment, and instructional quality.
• Ability to work effectively with and promote varied student and community populations.
• Superior interpersonal skills, including the ability to recognize and resolve complex problems constructively.
• Team-oriented with initiative and willingness to assume responsibility across program areas.
• Commitment to fostering innovation and excellence in technical education.

Communication Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical content clearly to a broad audience.
• Ability to recognize and resolve conflict through professional interpersonal engagement.