Description

The Purpose  

The purpose of this position is to provide high-quality instruction to all students—including high school students and adult learners—in alignment with Blue Ridge Community College’s Open Door policy. The ultimate goal is to meet the occupational and general educational needs of students through curriculum, continuing education, and workforce training courses. Classes may be scheduled during the day, evening, or weekends and may be delivered at multiple locations within the College’s service area.

This is a 9-month faculty position. The role will primarily support instruction at Brevard and Rosman High Schools and follow the Transylvania County Schools calendar. Any additional work outside of the 9-month assignment will be compensated on an adjunct basis at the established full-time adjunct rate.

Why it’s Important

The Blue Ridge team is excited by every opportunity to be creative, innovative, and engaging. We do this by working alongside our Staff and Faculty to ensure we provide a modern, technologically advanced institution for the community. We are here to support our Students to ensure they reach their highest potential. Our team engages with the community to ensure that we are consistently meeting standards and then rising above them. Guiding students along their educational journey is our calling, and we are looking for like-minded teammates to help us serve our community. Whether a student is entering the workforce for the first time, entering a new profession, or just expanding their knowledge, we are here to provide the necessary tools to accomplish all their goals. Working together, no elevation is too high, and no summit is unreachable. 

 

What You'll be Doing 

• Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Instruction and Classroom Management.
  The position will perform Welding Technology Instruction at high school campuses in Transylvania County.  
• Areas of instruction include consumable and non-consumable electrode welding and cutting processes. Courses also include math, print reading, metallurgy, welding inspection, and destructive and non-destructive testing, providing the student with industry-standard skills developed through classroom training and practical application.  
• Assist with developing and teaching continuing education instruction in welding courses.    
• Assist with teaching courses specified within our service area.  
• Classroom management with regard to providing an orderly, clean, safe working environment according to OSHA and EPA standards, while ensuring that all related equipment is maintained within budget constraints.
• Prepare adequately for all classes assigned, and conduct all classes in a professional manner. Curriculum Planning and Support    
• Curriculum review of program courses.  Revision/update course content as necessary.    
• Work with the Welding Department faculty to schedule courses with the approval of the area Dean to ensure students can progress through the program in an orderly and timely sequence.
• Mentor adjunct faculty as appropriate by sharing information, advice, and materials.
• Develop and carry out a student testing program in all classes taught that meets College policy and standards.
• Maintain accurate records and reports and submit these in a timely manner to the appropriate person.
• Develop, maintain, and record assessments for student learning outcomes for courses and associated program(s).
• Prepare course schedule requests with the Dean of Advanced Technologies to ensure that students can progress through the program in an orderly and timely sequence.
• Measure, assess, and report on student learning outcomes.
• Program planning and support of the Institutional Effectiveness plan    
• Seek out adjunct faculty for hire as needed. Student Engagement  
• Advise and register students while demonstrating genuine interest in the general welfare of all students.
• Promote and implement program recruitment and retention strategies.
• Provide necessary support for and referrals to the College’s educational support programs and functions
• Devise and participate in recruiting and retention efforts with local public education units, off-site recruiting events, and industry visits. Professionalism and Partnerships
• Maintain a professional attitude toward teaching and professional relationships.
• Partner with local workforce and area industries for a better understanding of their applicable needs, then transferring those needs into the program curriculum.  Recruit industry members for the program’s Industry Advisory Committee, and schedule and conduct meetings at least once each year.

Competencies and Other Expectations

• Establish and maintain the necessary industry-recognized instructor/program certifications from the American Welding Society (AWS) or National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER).
• Maintain the technical competencies necessary to the job function, including periodic visits to area industries related to the field.
• Ensure compliance and confidentiality with all policies and procedures of the College, NC Community College System, and applicable State and Federal agencies.

Additionally  

• Responsibilities encompass all classes assigned, committees assigned, or other activities agreed upon between faculty members and administration.
• Prepare budget requests to fund supplies and equipment needed for the program.
• Investigate distance learning delivery for course materials and offer distance learning options wherever practical.
• Orient and maintain a SkillsUSA chapter as Welding program advisor/ assistant.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

Education
Required: Associate degree in Welding Technology, or a closely related field. 
Preferred: Associate Degree plus the American Welding Society (AWS) educator and inspector certification.

Experience
Industry experience in welding technology with a minimum of five years of work-related experience. Previous college teaching experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

The faculty member will possess strong personal and professional integrity, the ability to instruct, teach and demonstrate Welding Technology techniques in both the classroom and shop floor environments, a commitment to professional development and student success, possess creative problem-solving skills, works well with others in a team environment, good verbal and written communication skills, a solid commitment to safety, and the proper use of personal protective equipment. Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite or similar products, database systems, College email and website, Learning Management Software, and other computer applications associated with the position.   
Additional Information

Physical Demands
The ability to perform all duties associated with the position, including, but not limited to, lifting, prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping, and operating or performing work with associated tools and machines.