Construction Trades Faculty

Salary: $52,000.00 - $57,000.00 Annually Location : 2401 South Main Street, Lamar, CO Job Type: Faculty 9-month Full-time Job Number: AR05152026 Department: LCC Academic Services Opening Date: 05/15/2026 Closing Date: 6/15/2026 11:59 PM Mountain Methods of Appointment: This position is not part of the classified state personnel system. FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Type of Announcement: This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. Hiring Pay Rate: Salary Range: $52,000-57,000 range. The specific salary will be determined by the qualifications of the selected candidate, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. LCC offers an excellent benefit plan. Leave and holiday benefits are also included. Department Contact Information: If you have questions regarding this position, please contact us at 719-336-1572 or Audrey.Rodriguez@lamarcc.eduDescriptionPOSITION TITLE: Construction Trades Faculty REPORTS TO: Dean of Academics POSITION SUMMARY: This position is a Full-Time 166 day faculty contract position with teaching responsibilities in construction trades to include residential renovation and new construction. Under the direction of the Dean of Academic Services, the instructor will teach 15 credits in the fall and spring semesters. The right individual must have experience in managing construction projects and demonstrate experience teaching others either on the job or in other venues. Chosen candidate will have direct experience in renovation and newconstruction, and be familiar with city and state building codes. Examples of DutiesRESPONSIBILITIESAccept instructional assignments that may include day, evening, hybrid and online classes Teach a 15-credit hour load each semester Maintain currency in subject areas Instructor is expected to maintain regular office hours Assist in program development and other division tasks Serve as the faculty lead for the department Participate in scheduling, student advising, curriculum development, planning, and assessing program content Develop,monitor, and maintainthe department budget Lead the department in the recruitment and retention of students Provide oversight of student projects Provide mentorship to adjunct instructors Participate in college, community, and system wide activities (ie. strategic planning,accreditation work, grant-required activity, LCC Faculty Senate, Construction Trades Advisory Committee, Career Fair, and LCC Open Houses) Other duties as assigned Required QualificationsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Associate Degree in Construction Trades, Carpentry, or related field At least 4 years verifiable experience in construction trade If no degree, must have 8 years verifiable construction experience Able to obtain CTECredential PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Previous experience instructing others within construction trades Background in construction management Proven leadership ability Knowledge of current and up-coming construction trade industry standards Supplemental InformationSALARY RANGE$52,000 - $57,000 Salary will be commensurate with education, experience, and market competitiveness, while maintaining internal equity. BENEFITSMedical Dental Vision Life Tuition Reimbursement Generous annual leave, sick and holiday benefits are also included. ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESSAll applications must be submitted online. To be considered, applicants must submit a complete application package that includes: Cover Letter describing interest in the position and how your qualifications align with the requirements Current Résumé Contact information for three (3) professional references, to include one (1) recent supervisor, one (1) recent colleague. Official Transcripts verifying the highest degree earned will be required upon offer of employment and should be sent to If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Human Resources at (719) 336-1572 or By submitting an application for this position, applicants certify that all statements, information, and documents provided are true, complete, and accurate to the best of their knowledge. Applicants further acknowledge that any omissions, misrepresentations, or false information-whether intentional or unintentional-may result in disqualification from consideration, disciplinary action, termination of employment, and/or legal action as permitted by law. NOTICE TO ALL APPLICANTSProof of eligibility to work in the United States must be produced within three (3) days of hire. LCC participates in E-Verify. Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment. Final candidate is subject to a criminal background check prior to final selection process. Final candidate is required to submit official transcripts to Human Resources within fourteen (14) days of hire. LCC is affiliated with the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) and as such, employees contribute to PERA in lieu of Social Security for retirement benefits. For more information, visit the Former employees of the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in your application material. ABOUT LCCWe enrich lives through learning. Located on the golden plains of southeastern Colorado, Lamar Community College, a federally-designated Hispanic-Serving institution, is focused on the educational needs of Prowers, Baca, Kiowa, and Cheyenne Counties. Yet its unique programs, NJCAA/NIRA athletics, small class sizes, dedicated staff, innovative spirit, and idyllic setting also make it a destination college for students of all ages from across Colorado, the nation, and the world. LCC is one of thirteen colleges in the Colorado Community College System (CCCS). LCC VISION"Lamar Community College provides the highest quality education and service excellence in an environment of care, support, mutual respect, and integrity." LCC CORE VALUESRespect, integrity, open communication, and valuing people. The Federal Clery Act (The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990) requires all institutions of higher learning to make available to prospective employees our agency's Annual Security Report. A copy of this information is available on the LCC website at the Campus Safety Page. A paper copy of this report can be obtained at the College Security Office upon request. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning crimes that occurred on campus or on property controlled or owned by Lamar Community College, as well as public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, our campuses. ADAAA Accommodations: Lamar Community College is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Audrey Rodriguez at 719-336-1572 or at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date. Pregnancy Related Accommodations, Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA): The Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA), allows applicants to request a reasonable accommodation for health conditions related to pregnancy or the physical recovery from childbirth. Candidates wishing to request reasonable accommodations must do so as soon as possible, preferably at least three days prior to the exam or interview. If you are an individual who wishes to request reasonable accommodations, please contact us at 719-336-1572 or Non-Discrimination Statement: The State of Colorado and Lamar Community College believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado and Lamar Community College is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law as required by Title VI, Title IX, Section 503 & 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, VEVRAA, Age Discrimination Act, and Title II of the ADA. Inquiries may be directed to: Human Resources Director, Lamar Community College, 2401 S. Main Street, Lamar, CO 81052, or 719-336-1572 or For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Coordinator, Audrey Rodriguez, Director of Human Resources at Lamar Community College, 2401 S. Main Street, Lamar, CO 81052, or 719-336-1572 or Lamar Community College (LCC) is a premier employer in Southeastern Colorado and one of the 13 colleges in the Colorado Community College System (CCCS). For more than 79 years, LCC has proudly served the counties of Cheyenne, Kiowa, Prowers, and Baca in Southeast Colorado. Today we continue to serve students from the region as well as the state, the country, and the world as we offer programs and services to meet our communities' educational needs. At LCC you will always find outstanding faculty and staff who care deeply about student success. Both in and out of the classroom, LCC provides personalized services and exceptional learning experiences for students. Our focus on high-quality learning in a supportive learning environment provides an inspiring career opportunity coupled with great perks. The following are the benefits that LCC offers:Retirement savings through Colorado PERA via our defined benefit or defined contribution plans. For a complete overview of our health, dental, vision, life, and flexible savings benefits, visit the CCCS employee benefits webpage. Please note that certain health insurance options are not available in Lamar. Please contact HR at (719) 336-1572 for more information. Our employees stay because of the work/life balance they are able to obtain here. This includes generous leave benefits: Administrator/Professional Technical positions earn 15 hours of annual leave and 10 hours of sick leave, accrued each month - based on fulltime status. LCC APT employees also have paid time off from December 25th through January 1st. Administrator/Professional Technical positions have an opportunity to become a lifelong-learner and enjoy considerable savings for the college education of your dependents through our tuition assistance program. Administrator/Professional Technical positions have leave available for Academic/Volunteer Activities. All state employees are also eligible to participate in BenefitHub, which offers discounts for retailers and services and other benefits resources. LCC offers employee assistance services to you and your household members at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP). Available services include counseling, professional coaching, webinars, mediation, financial assistance, and more. No relocation assistance is provided by LCC.