Electronics Engineering Technology Instructor (9 month)

*A competitive sign-on bonus may be offered to the selected candidate.*

Provide high-quality instruction meeting the occupational and general educational needs of the students. Areas of instruction include electronics engineering, basic electricity, solid-state fundamentals, digital concepts, and microprocessors or programmable logic controllers, process control, systems development, and related topics. Classes may include curriculum, continuing education, workforce training, or other courses, and may be scheduled during the day, evening, weekend, face-to-face, online, or hybrid/blended format.

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Examples of Duties

Instruction

· Provide quality instruction in the Electronics Engineering Technology program
· Assist with instruction in the Mechatronics and Mechanical Engineering Technology program
· Assist with instruction in any Engineering program at both Henderson County and Transylvania County campuses
· Prepare adequately for all classes assigned, and conduct all classes in a professional manner
· Mentor adjunct faculty as appropriate by sharing information, advice, and teaching materials
· Investigate distance learning delivery for course materials and offer distance learning options where practical
· Follow all course syllabi guidelines for the curriculum for the grading process, class content, on-line class instruction, class hours, and attendance

Curriculum Planning and Support

· Assist with the establish of educational pathways with high schools and universities
· Participate in the review of curriculum program courses including revisions and updates to course content as necessary
· Implement program improvements based upon data driven results
· Develop, assess, and report program and student learning outcomes
· Schedule courses with approval of the Chair for ensuring students can progress through the program in an orderly and timely sequence
· Maintain and submit accurate records and reports in a timely manner to the appropriate office
· Maintain all class rooms and labs in an orderly, clean, and safe working environment, while ensuring that all related equipment is maintained within budget constraints

Student Engagement

· Advise and register students while demonstrating genuine interest for the general welfare of all students
· Promote, create, implement, and actively participate in Advanced Technologies’ recruitment and retention strategies
· Provide necessary support for and referrals to the College’s educational support programs and functions

Professionalism and Partnerships

· Maintain a professional demeanor regarding teaching, student learning, and student advising
· Build and maintain professional relationships among all internal and external college stakeholders
· Partner with local manufacturers and area industries for 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
· Ensure compliance and confidentiality with all policies and procedures of the College, NC Community College System, and applicable State and Federal agencies

Competencies ·
·Earn and maintain the necessary industry recognized instructor/program certifications and accreditations such as, but not limited to Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc, ABB, etc.
· Maintain the technical competencies necessary to the job function

Additionally

• Responsibilities encompass all classes assigned, committees assigned, or other activities agreed upon between faculty members and administration.
• May be required to attend training, workshops, or attend meetings during regular day-time hours to attain or maintain teaching skills and soft skills necessary to maintain professional relationships with faculty, staff, students, and community members.
• Maintain or develop excellent oral and written communication skills, the ability to organize and prioritize work flow, the ability to meet deadlines, and the ability to work independently.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Education:

Required- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics/Electrical Engineering Technology, or a closely related engineering field

Preferred- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a closely related field. Master’s degree must show a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in an engineering related area.

Experience: Documented and verifiable industry experience in Electronics/Electrical Engineering, building, installing, testing, troubleshooting, repairing and or modifying developmental and production electronic components, equipment, and systems, or closely related engineering areas required. Previous college teaching or training experience a plus. The ability to use Learning Management Software (LMS) would be beneficial.

Knowledge and Skills:

The selected faculty member will possess strong personal and professional integrity, good verbal and written communication skills, and a commitment to safety. Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite or Office 365 or similar products, database systems, Learning Management Systems (LMS), College email, Google calendar, Google drive and documents, College website, and other computer applications associated with the position.

The selected faculty member must be able to effectively and successfully communicate their “industry perspective” of industrial/computer controls, manufacturing systems, communication systems, and power electronic systems.

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

Blue Ridge Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Institution.

If you are interested in learning more about this position, please copy and paste the following link into your browser to apply directly on our website.

www.blueridge.edu/careers