What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welding/Industrial Technology Faculty position at University of Arkansas?
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The University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville (UACCB) is a comprehensive community college committed to providing learning experiences that improve the lives of those we serve.
UACCB provides affordable access to technical education and college transfer programs that meet the diverse higher education needs of the citizens of north central Arkansas. These programs are provided to the traditional college student as well as to high school students through a state approved Secondary Area Career Center. The College also promotes economic development and an enhanced quality of life for the community through adult education, developmental education, customized business and industry training, and continuing education programs.
UACCB's mission is to provide quality educational opportunities within a supportive learning environment. We promote success through community partnerships, responsive programs, and an enduring commitment to improvement.
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Under the direction of the Dean of Career and Workforce Education, this full-time, 12-month faculty position is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in Industrial Technology across on-ground, hybrid, and online formats. Beyond instruction, this position is essential for curriculum development, student learning assessment, and engagement with industry partners to align educational programs with current technological trends.
Position Duties
75% Classroom and Laboratory Instruction
Focuses on delivering high-quality instruction in Industrial Technology. This includes the development and assessment of student learning outcomes to ensure competency in both credit and non-credit coursework depending on program needs. The instructor utilizes the college's student and learning management systems to deliver content effectively across multiple platforms while maintaining a safe and productive workplace learning environment.
15% Student Retention and Recruitment
Directs efforts toward student success by implementing retention strategies designed to identify and support students at risk of withdrawing. The instructor maintains regular office hours to provide a consistent point of contact for academic support and intervention. Additionally, this position actively leads and participates in recruitment activities to promote the Industrial Technology programs within the community and local high schools, ensuring a steady pipeline of qualified applicants.
5% Industry Alignment
Focuses on building and maintaining relationships with industry partners to ensure the program curriculum remains aligned with current technological trends and workforce needs. The instructor engages with regional employers to verify that the skills being taught meet the demands of the modern industrial sector.
5% Professional Development and College Service
Maintains professional expertise by staying current with regulatory requirements, best practices, and teaching methodologies through ongoing professional development and faculty workshops. This duty includes participating in institutional governance through division and department meetings and committee assignments. The instructor also serves on Program Advisory Committees and engages in service activities that support the institution and the local community.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge
Industrial Technology Concepts: Comprehensive knowledge of advanced manufacturing, CNC operation, industrial maintenance, basic welding, electricity, and robotics.
Safety & Compliance: Thorough understanding of workplace safety principles and troubleshooting techniques within an industrial setting.
Educational Technology: Knowledge of online, hybrid, and on-ground instructional delivery methods and the utilization of learning management systems (LMS).
Curriculum Alignment: Understanding of how to align academic curricula with current industry trends and technological advancements.
Skills
Instructional Delivery: Skilled in delivering high-quality technical instruction and conducting assessments of student learning.
Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in computer-aided drafting (CAD) and design, as well as the operation of automated industrial equipment.
Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary for teaching and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
Industry Engagement: Ability to professionally engage with industry partners to foster collaborative relationships.
Abilities
Adaptability: Ability to teach across various formats (online, hybrid, on-ground) and handle both credit and non-credit coursework.
Student-Centered Support: Ability to perform duties that support student retention and program completion goals.
Governance Participation: Ability to effectively participate in faculty senate and other institutional governance committees.
Instructional Technology Utilization: Ability to utilize technology effectively in a teaching environment to enhance student learning.Qualifications:
Qualifications
High school diploma with a minimum of seven years of documented industrial technology, maintenance, or welding experience with responsibility for shop operations, equipment use, and technical decisions, OR an associate's degree or higher in Industrial Technology, Welding, or a closely related field with a minimum of four years of documented industry experience.
Ability to communicate effectively and utilize technology in teaching.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in Industrial Technology, Engineering, Welding, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
Teaching experience in higher education, specifically in a community college setting or corporate training experience.
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hr@uaccb.edu
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse TestingUACCB is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check for all applicants. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, WalkingFrequent Physical Activity:Crouching, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, StoopingOccasional Physical Activity:Balancing, Climbing, Crawling, Feeling, LiftingBenefits Eligible:YesThe University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000