"Assistant Professor - Welding"

North Idaho College is seeking a dedicated and skilled Assistant Professor of Welding to join our professional-technical team. This role is ideal for a master craftsperson and educator who is passionate about workforce development and student success. You’ll provide hands-on instruction in OAC, SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW, as well as blueprint reading, layout procedures, metallurgy, and welding shop safety.

We’re looking for someone who brings deep industry expertise and a commitment to excellence in teaching. You’ll thrive in this role if you can translate real-world welding experience into engaging lessons, maintain a safe and functional lab environment, and help students build confidence and competence with industry tools and standards. Strong communication, mentorship, and organizational skills are essential, as is the ability to collaborate with faculty, support student advising, and stay current with new technologies and instructional practices.

This is more than a teaching role - it’s an opportunity to shape the future of the trades, support local industry, and contribute to the mission of a dynamic community college. If you’re passionate about welding and want to make a lasting impact on students’ careers, we’d love to hear from you.

Join us in shaping the skilled workforce of tomorrow—right here in North Idaho.

Enjoy excellent benefits, including retirement (https://www.nic.edu/hr/benefits/)

• 2 personal days per year
• 9 sick days per year
• Tuition assistance

Job Description linked below: (some job boards may not include active links so please click _Apply Now on the NIC website_ or go to www.nic.edu/jobs to see full details);

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Minimum Qualifications

A minimum of eight (8) years of recent related experience OR an Associate’s degree in a related post-secondary or professional-technical education program and six (6) years of recent experience in an area related to the needs of the position OR a Bachelor’s degree in a related area and three (3) years of recent experience related to the needs of the program. Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of students, faculty, and staff from multi-cultural backgrounds. Demonstrated commitment to the philosophy and mission of a comprehensive community college.

Required License and/or Certifications:

Journeyman level status, Industry Certification, or Certification/Licensure by passing a State or Certification /Licensure examination.

Starting pay range: $50,553 - $72,670

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Work Site Location: Parker Technical Education

Work Schedule: This tenure track position has summers off, with pay and benefits spread over 12 months!

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check and proof of degree if required for this position.

Application materials include: resume, cover letter

Applications ONLY accepted through the North Idaho College Website!

Advertised: _June 11, 2025 Pacific Daylight Time_

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