Welding Instructor – Ulysses, Kansas

Seward County Community College serves as an important link to higher education in the remote corner of Southwest Kansas, serving a student population of which around 70% is first int their families to attend college. More than half identified as Hispanic. We draw students from a five-state service area. The success full candidate must be familiar to the region or willing to relocate and became acculturated to the community and demographic flavors of the rural Midwest.

Seward County Community College is seeking a Welding Technology Instructor to support expanded program offerings in Ulysses, Kansas. This position plays a key role in delivering high-quality workforce training aligned with regional industry needs.

Responsibilities

The Welding Instructor is responsible for providing classroom and hands-on laboratory instruction in welding processes, supporting student success, and maintaining a safe and effective learning environment. The instructor will also assist with program development, student advising, and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of welding experience in an industry setting
• Demonstrated proficiency in multiple welding processes (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, etc.)
• Ability to weld on a variety of materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certificate in Welding Technology
• AWS Certification (preferred but not required)
• Prior teaching or training experience
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or Certified Welding Educator (CWE)

Essential Functions

• Deliver instruction in welding processes including SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and OAW
• Provide hands-on training in lab environments using industry-standard equipment
• Maintain a safe learning environment and ensure compliance with all safety standards
• Support student learning through advising, mentoring, and assessment
• Maintain inventory of equipment, tools, and materials
• Participate in program assessment, curriculum development, and accreditation processes
• Engage with local industry and community partners to support workforce needs

Salary/Benefits

Competitive salary. Participation in college Flexible Benefits program which includes options for single and family health and dental coverage, optional insurances, and reimbursement accounts. Other benefits include: income protection insurance; matching annuity; SCCC tuition reimbursement for employee and dependents; annual and sick leave allowances and participation in social security (FICA) and state retirement programs (KPERS).

Salary Range: Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Location: Ulysses, Kansas

Position Status: Full-Time

Start Date: August 2026

• Successful applicant will be required to pass a criminal background check prior to employment.

• Separate application required for additional or future openings.

Applications may be emailed to jobs@sccc.edu, faxed to 620-488-6301 or mailed. Direct inquiries to the Director of Human Resources at 620-417-1120.

How to Apply

To be considered, all of the following materials must be submitted to the address below:

Mailing Address:

Human Resources Office

Welding Technology Instructor

Seward County Community College

PO Box 1137

Liberal KS 67905-1137

Selection Process

The search committee will conduct all minimum qualification appraisals as set forth on the position announcement and job description and reserve the right to limit the number of interviews granted. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant an interview. Applicants selected for an interview will be notified of the time and place of the interview. Interviews are usually conducted on campus by the search committee. Additional interviews and/or teaching demonstrations may be required.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

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