Welding Technology Instructor

POSITION TITLE

Welding Technology Instructor - ***MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE***

APPOINTMENT

Appointed by the Chancellor of the College upon recommendation of the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs

SALARY RANGE

$52,500 - $59,000 depending upon years of teaching experience and education

BENEFITS

RPCC offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; leave; paid holidays; wellness benefits; and tuition exemption for the employee and employee dependents.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY

This is a 9-month, full-time position.

Instructors may be assigned classes at any of the four River Parishes Community College campuses (Gonzales, Reserve, Plaquemine, and St. Charles), as determined by student need and institutional demand. Teaching needs may include face-to-face/online and/or evening classes. Full-time faculty are expected to actively serve on campus committees, participate in campus activities, and participate in student advising and recruitment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Develop, deliver, revise, and teach Welding courses.

· Meet College deadlines for attendance taking, grade submission, learning outcomes assessment reporting, and textbook adoptions.

· Serve on campus committees.

· Advise students.

· Assist with student recruitment efforts.

· Maintain a safe and orderly lab environment.

· Maintain lab equipment and inventory.

· Collaborate with business & industry partners to improve the Welding program.

· Consult with other College faculty and staff on issues relevant to student success.

· Monitor and document student performance.

· Demonstrate a strong commitment to the River Parishes Community College Mission

QUALIFICATIONS

· Three (3) years welding and cutting experience.

· Proficient in multiple welding processes.

· Certified Welder, Certified Welding Educator, Certified Welding Inspector, or OSHA Authorized Instructor preferred.

· Satisfactory background check – an offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

· Previous teaching experience preferred.

RPCC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

RPCC believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enhances the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@rpcc.edu.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To apply, please attach a resume, transcripts, and a list of three references. The top applicant will be asked to provide original transcripts. *In the ZipRecruiter system, it is likely that you will need to save these requested items for a complete application in one document for submission.