Description

The School of Human Sciences at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking an Assistant Instructor position to also serve as Assistant Coordinator for the Motorcycle Rider Program. This is a 12-month, 100% term non-tenure track appointment based on the Motorcycle Rider Program grant year.
This position is contingent upon receiving grant funding. The final candidate and salary must be approved by the granting agency. Salary and rank are commensurate with experience and background.

Examples of Duties

• Assist in teaching instructor preparation courses including PH346 – MOTORCYCLE INSTRUCTOR TRAINING. Courses include driver (rider) education or instruction, safety principles, adult learning principles, motor skills principles, brain-based learning, attitudinal development, judgment, facilitation, communication, in addition to supervising, and evaluating instructors and course aides. Instruction consists of both classroom and field instruction.
• Teach students in driver (rider) instruction and oversee the teaching of students at various levels of experience and skill in safety aspects of motorcycle operation, skills, safety processes, and strategies. Instruction consists of both classroom and field instruction.
• Assist in overall grant (project) management and reporting to the Illinois Department of Transportation. Manage (assist) the day-to-day operation of the grant.
• Equip training sites. Assist in procuring motorcycles and equipment, manage and maintain motorcycles and other training equipment.
• Develop and distribute course schedules. Prepare reports for course evaluation and document costs for reimbursement.
• Maintain website.
• Work hours are irregular and require travel.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree by date of hire.
• Motorcycle safety teaching experience, qualifications, and knowledge.
• Valid class M (State of Illinois - motorcycle) driver’s license or its equivalent from another state and a safe riding and driving record with no possibility of suspension by date of hire.
• Motorcycle Safety Foundation RiderCoach Certification by date of hire.
• Possess clear and proficient oral skills.
• Must be first aid certified by date of hire. Have an in-depth understanding of the SIU grant project and Illinois Cycle Rider Safety Training Program.
• Possess a technical understanding of motorcycle mechanics, the ability to troubleshoot motorcycle mechanical and electrical systems, and experience with maintaining fleet motorcycles.
• Have a valid class A CDL (Combination Vehicle) driver’s license or its equivalent from another state or must acquire it within 18 months of hire.
• Must meet all requirements listed in Motorcycle Rider Program Grant documents.

Supplemental Information

• Official driver's abstract with history

SIU Carbondale, member of the SIU System, is an anti-racist community that opposes racism, discrimination and inequity in any form, and embraces diversity, inclusion, equity, and justice for all people.

SIU Carbondale is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.

University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). These benefits include: Health Insurance plans (HMOs, OAPs, QCHP and CDHP), Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Supplemental Long Term Disability (LTD), Flex Spending Accounts, MCAP and DCAP, and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan.

Eligible employees are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). SURS is the retirement administrator for employees in public higher education in the State of Illinois.

Other benefits available to eligible employees include: Generous paid time-off, 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans, Employee Assistance Program and a Tuition Waiver Program.