Utility Line Faculty

Position OverviewThis is a full-time faculty position in the Division of Workforce Development and Technical Education to support delivery of the Utility Line Services one-year certificate (CAS) degree program in Technical Studies. Salary range: $40,000–$45,000, actual offer commensurate with education and experience.ResponsibilitiesProvide instruction for utility lineman courses, including evaluation of student assignments, labs, consultation, and additional instruction outside of lecture as necessary, and other efforts related to teaching.Instruct program curriculum material and develop course lesson plans to ensure expected course outcomes are met, including construction of power lines, setting new utility poles, operation of utility trucks (bucket and digger derrick trucks), safety, pole top rescue, identification of construction materials, heavy equipment training, and other topics as needed.Utilize different methods and mediums in delivering course material.Support program, division, and institutional operational objectives, especially the implementation and maintenance of the program assessment or accreditation process.Participate in recruiting efforts for the Division of Workforce Development and Technical Education, including giving tours to prospective students, and visiting high school and career technical centers.Provide academic advising services to students to aid them in achieving their educational goals.Aid in student retention by giving timely feedback to students and the college concerning academics, behavior, attendance, etc., and mentoring students as required to aid in their development and growth throughout the program.Take an active role in job placement for students as well as Learn and Earn grant opportunities with industry.Build and maintain contacts, connections, and relationships throughout the utility line services industry as well as high school technical program instructors and dual credit programs.Keep abreast of the latest industry trends and needs of the program and participate in advisory committee activities.Maintain expertise in the subject area and recommend improvements, including possible training on specific software and equipment as required by the program.Actively contribute to program, division, and institutional needs—class schedule preparation, budget development, advising, committee participation, accreditation, articulation, and faculty governance. Promote safety and provide a professional environment for students, manage equipment, tools, vehicles, and heavy equipment. Other duties as assigned.Qualifications10 years industrial experience + relevant industrial certifications OR 5 years industrial experience + 3 years in-field industrial trainer experience OR 5 years industrial experience + relevant vocational / technical program OR Journeyman industrial credential and 3 years relevant industrial experience OR AS in appropriate field + 3 years relevant industrial experience OR BS degree with AS/AAS in in-field degree AND appropriate industrial certifications for field AND 3 years industrial experience.Must possess and demonstrate a Class A Commercial Driver's License.Passion for training and developing others with positivity and professionalism.Evidence and history of demonstrating ethical and professional behavior.Leadership: demonstrated ability to lead people and get results.Planning: ability to think ahead and plan over a 6–12 month time span.Management: ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Equal Opportunity StatementBridgeValley Community & Technical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, religion, color, ancestry, or national origin in admission, employment, educational programs or activities; nor does it discriminate on the basis of genetic information in employment or employee health benefits.J-18808-Ljbffr