Instructor, Colorado Local Technical Assistance Program

General SummaryWho We AreThe Colorado Local Technical Assistance Program (Colorado LTAP) is a grant program that provides training and technical assistance to local transportation departments across the state. It helps local transportation agencies learn about constructing, maintaining and improving their roads and bridges, innovative methods and materials and ways to work smarter.Colorado LTAP is a three-way partnerships between the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), and Front Range Community College (FRCC), who administers the program. Colorado LTAP is a nationally renowned member of a network of 51 centers across the US and in Puerto Rico.To learn more about this program, visit the Colorado Local Technical Assistance Program website.Who You AreDo you have a flexible work schedule?Do you work second shift or weekend shift?Are you a consultant, vendor or retired and have the time and interest in training the next generation?Are you able to take 1-2 weeks of vacation from your present job to earn a lucrative wage conducting trainings?If so, we are seeking seasoned/experience individuals interested in conducting training at local transportation agencies in one or more of the following manufacturing skill areas:DrainageRoadway Safety and Work Zone Traffic ControlSafety on the JobSigning, Pavement Markings and MUTCDAsphalt and ConcreteAsset ManagementBridgesConstructionEquipmentGeoscience (vegetation, erosion, soils and gravels)Roads MaintenanceWinter OperationsHeavy Equipment OperationsAs an instructor for Colorado LTAP, you will be contracted to provide training across the state to provide knowledge, skills and resources to the Colorado LTAP community through consultation, scheduled classes and training programs. You will work with the Director of Colorado LTAP and perform the job duties with little supervision while working with a highly collaborative team.In this position, the approximate time commitment is 4-8 days of training per topic area per year depending on need, availability and subject matter experience. Colorado LTAP primarily conducts trainings March to May and September to November with additional training sessions as needed or requested.Colorado LTAP Instructors deliver training at different times, locations, and modalities (in-person, virtually and on-demand) across the state.In-Person: synchronous (or real-time), interactive, instructor-led classes taught in-person.Virtual: synchronous (or real-time), interactive, instructor-led classes taught through video conference.On-Demand: asynchronous (or self-paced) classes delivered over the Internet.For in-person trainings, when offered beyond FRCC's three campuses, the program partners with local organizations to conduct onsite trainings. Instructors are reimbursed for travel/mileage.SALARY:$600 - $1,000 per full-day course depending on experience and course complexity.BENEFITS:This is a contract position and does not offer any benefits.SELECTION PROCESS: This is an open talent pool with a strong need for Fall instruction beginning in September. Applicants will be contacted based on the needs of the College.Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of a completed application package submitted by the candidate. In your application, please include a resume and cover letter that specifically address how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications and responsibilities of the Colorado LTAP Instructor.Primary DutiesDeliver comprehensive training across a wide variety of topics relating to the Colorado transportation industry.Support the selection and updating of curriculum for current and new courses.Serve as Colorado LTAP liaison to communities to assess training needs and organizational development activities.Contribute to a collaborative work environment in which all team members and customers are treated with respect.Required CompetenciesCritical Thinking:Develops or assesses materials that will help employees understand the subjects being taught. Understands the needs of the employees and judge what will work.Communication Skills:Presents to groups of employees, speak interpersonally with individuals, report to management and meet with vendors in a friendly and clear manner.Presentation Skills:Excellent presentation skills to present training programs.Interpersonal and Observational Skills: Positive interpersonal and observational skills so that they can assess trainees understanding and knowledge of the training materials.Equity, Inclusion, & Diversity: Shows and fosters respect and appreciation for each person's background, race age, gender, disability, values, lifestyle, perspectives or interests. Partners with diverse customers, professionals, consultants, stakeholders and staff.QualificationsRequired Education/Training & Work Experience:* Subject Matter Expertise: Instructors must have extensive and comprehensive knowledge of the topic they are instructing/training so that they can communicate the correct information and handle any questions from trainees.* If providing instruction in skills, the instructor must be competent to demonstrate the skill themselves.For questions regarding the program, trainings, or position qualifications, please contact the Colorado LTAP facilitators at FRCC atcltap@frontrange.eduor970-204-8294.Welcoming. Respectful. Inclusive. Together, we are FRCC.For information on Front Range Community College's Security, including Clery Act/Crime Statistics for the campuses and surrounding area, viewFRCC's Annual Security Report.