College: SoLAcc

Department: Workforce & Economic Development

Sub department: Corporate College

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 12 month (Grant Funded)

Salary: $44,405.00 - $60,182.54

Duties and Responsibilities: 

INSTRUCTION (50%)
• Conducts theoretical and technical training classes providing theory, simulation, and practical applications for students in the          manufacturing industry.
• Provides hands-on training in advanced applications, training, and testing for robotics, conveyor systems, controls, electrical systems,  PLCs, pneumatics, hydraulics, and other systems related to the manufacturing industry.
• Delivers curriculum content via verbal, audible and visual methods while fostering an atmosphere of inclusion and safety.
• Evaluates students based on their achievements through documented measurable objectives/outcomes.
• Provides students with frequent, timely assessments of and clear feedback regarding their academic/training performance.
• Plans and implements strategies and activities to accomplish course objectives/outcomes.
• Arrives promptly and sets up classrooms/practical areas before class start times.
• Meets each class during the scheduled hours for campus-based classes OR participate in teaching and learning activities as scheduled     for off-campus and online classes.
• Uses established training materials to present training exercises and practice in preparing students to safely operate & repair equipment on production and assembly lines
• Prepare and distribute learning syllabi for each course assigned to teach

ADMINISTRATION (40%)
• Accurately document student progress and maintain records including attendance, grading and student learning outcomes.
• Maintains equipment and supplies, field trips, outline, or other special activities needed for a course.
• Collaborate with Program Manager, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum to cultivate the mastery of course content.
• Develop curriculum guides, course syllabi and outlines, and other instructional materials when needed.
• Maintain appropriate student records, i.e., grades, placement, completion, and licensure statistics (if applicable), etc. Specifically maintain accurate course attendance records if required by course academic conditions or professional or licensure/registration requirements.

OTHER DUTIES (10%)
• Attend and engage in professional development activities related to course preparation and as required by SoLAcc.
• Fulfills professional assignments in accordance with the South Louisiana Community College calendar and contractual obligations.
• Stays current and up to date with all LCTCS and SoLAcc diversity and training assignments.
• Keeps work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• Dresses appropriately for the work environment.
• Mandatory attendance for all full-time faculty meetings and convocation.
• Other duties as assigned

***Employment is contingent on program enrollment***

Required Education: 

Associate degree or 5 years of industry related experience

Required Experience: 

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a maintenance technician in the manufacturing industry
• Industry knowledge and experience in any of the following areas:
     *Preventative maintenance, repairs, and overhauls of machines and electronic equipment
     *Installation, operation and maintenance of all types of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components of production equipment
     *Mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems using schematics and technical drawings
     *Using machine tools, welding equipment, and measuring devices to fabricate machine parts
     *Programmable logic controllers (PLC)
     *Experience with robotics
     *Lifting and rigging using cranes, hoists or other material handling equipment
• Ability to work with diverse populations in a team environment
• Apply common sense understanding in carrying out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Excellent communication skills

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong background in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls.
• Demonstrate familiarity with and commitment to the mission and constituencies of a comprehensive community and technical college.
• Dedication to teaching and student learning providing quality education emphasizing college level standards.
• Commitment to studying, analyzing, and implementing learning strategies that will help students reach their education goals.
• Experience using teaching techniques that support diverse learning styles.
• Excellent interpersonal and team building skills.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of instructional technology basic working
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Preferred Education: 

Bachelor's degree

Preferred Experience: 

• Journey-Level machinist or equivalent
• Prior experience teaching or mentoring in a college, technical, or vocational environment

Benefits: 

As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SoLAcc has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SoLAcc is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SoLAcc is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.