"Associate Professor, Construction"

Associate Professor, Construction

Company: Seminole State College

Job Location: Heathrow Campus

Category: Construction and Building Trades

Type: Full-Time

Job ID: 105268

Salary Information: Two Positions Available - Varying Contract Lengths:

• 196 (2.5 Terms): Salary is $46,697 to $68,082 commensurate with related work experience in accordance with the Salary Schedule listed in Article 26 of the UFF Collective Bargaining Agreement
• 228 (3 Terms): Salary is $54,317 to $79,218 commensurate with related work experience in accordance with the Salary Schedule listed in Article 26 of the UFF Collective Bargaining Agreement

These positions are eligible for a 10% hard-to-fill adjustment in alignment with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Applicants will be considered for both openings unless otherwise specified.

In addition to a competitive salary, Seminole State College offers an attractive total rewards package including: a variety of health insurance plan options with wellness incentives, fully paid dental and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement for employees and qualified dependents, numerous professional development opportunities, great work-life balance including time off when the College is closed, 2 paid holidays and paid sick leave. In addition, employees participate in the Florida Retirement System and have several retirement options. The College pays a percentage towards retirement, based on the employee's selected plan. Free on campus parking, Lynx bus service, and gym membership at the Raider Fitness Center.

Applicants must complete the entire online application and include work history even if attaching a resume.

Responsibilities

The Wharton-Smith Center for Construction at Seminole State College of Florida is seeking a dynamic and innovative full-time faculty member to teach the construction core courses such as estimating, MEP systems and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC). This is a regular full-time, teaching position on track for continuing contract (tenure). The standard contract length for the two available positions are: 196 days; however, other contract lengths may be available depending on department needs; 228 days; however, other contract lengths may be available depending on department needs. Assigned campus location may vary based on enrollment. This position is located in person at the Heathrow Campus.

Faculty responsibilities will include:

• Project-based teaching approach and supporting student learning.
• Maintaining the industry-driven curriculum and the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE) accreditation student learning outcome assessments.
• Supporting college policies, procedures, and inclusiveness.
• Participating in department and college activities and serving on committees.
• Engaging with community partners and participating in local humanitarian service-learning projects.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with local high schools and university partners.
• Participating in grant writing proposals that relate to the construction industry.
• Attending college wide meetings and training as they apply to the construction, engineering and design departments. Professor will attend graduation ceremonies.
• Interfacing with local construction companies to remain current with workforce needs, to promote internship and mentoring opportunities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Plans, organizes, and teaches construction classes as assigned. Develops detailed outlines and syllabi as required for each class. Project-based instruction will be incorporated into each respective class.
2. Makes use of professional growth opportunities, including but not limited to the Seminole State Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning.
3. Incorporates teaching strategies relevant to academic discipline that foster student learning, success and retention.
4. Engages students and supports student learning success in and beyond the classroom (i.e., help students to develop and maintain a good work ethic).
5. Works effectively, respectfully and productively with people from all cultural, racial, and ethnic backgrounds.
6. Maintains required student hours to provide assistance to students, both individually and in small groups.
7. Advises students in matters relating to academic progress.
8. Works with other faculty in support of curricula improvements as appropriate to promote students' success and mastery of course and program competencies.
9. Complies with college policies and procedures with required deadlines.
10. Participates in day, evening, and weekend program staffing as required. Assigned campus location may vary due to enrollment (Sanford/Lake Mary, Heathrow or Oviedo campuses). And may require travel between campuses.
11. Participates in committee work as requested.
12. Contributes to collegial and collaborative work environment.
13. Becomes actively involved with the diverse community that the college serves.
14. Works with other college departments to engage community partners that support the College Mission and Vision.
15. Performs all other site and position specific responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Option 1: 1. Master's degree from an accredited institution in Building Construction, Construction Management, Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Structural) or Architecture. 2. A minimum two years of related professional experience.

Option 2: 1. Master's degree from an accredited institution in Business, Business Administration or Project Management AND a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Building Construction, Construction, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or closely related field. 2. A minimum of 6 years of professional construction experience. 3. Current professional license (PE, CGC, RA, or CPBD) registered in any US state or territory or industry recognized professional certification such as Certified Professional Contractor (CPC), Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) Certification or Project Management Professional (PMP).

Option 3: 1. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from an accredited institution in Construction or related discipline. 2. Previous teaching experience at the college level.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of three years of direct in-field project management experience in the capacity such as superintendent or project manager and experience in core construction skills such as estimating, scheduling, MEP systems, risk management and project management is preferred.
• Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) from an accredited institution in Construction or related discipline.
• Experience utilizing emerging technology and innovative pedagogy to deliver exceptional teaching and learning such as Hololens, laser scanners, drones and Bluebeam.
• Previous leadership experience in an educational setting.
• Desired areas of expertise (in-field or teaching) estimating, scheduling, project management, MEP systems, Virtual Design and Construction (VDC), construction accounting and finance, professional practices/ and proficiency in industry-standard software such as BIM, Revit, Navisworks, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project and PlanGrid.
• Previous teaching experience at the college level.
• Familiar with the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE) student learning outcomes and standards.
• Previous teaching experience with online learning modality and technology (i.e. distance learning).
• Demonstrates an understanding of the learning-centered approach to teaching and project-based learning.
• Experience in writing grant proposals and/or participation in grant activities.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES & SKILLS:

• A personal and professional commitment to creating an atmosphere of quality instruction at Seminole State College.
• English reading, writing and speaking skills at the native level of fluency.
• Understanding of and commitment to the use of instructional technology.
• Excellent, verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrates a professional, courteous demeanor.
• Committed to working in a multi-cultural environment.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS AND SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Works in classroom/lab environment.
• May travel between campuses and occasionally offsite for field trips, department special events and projects.

This description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This position is not eligible for Veteran's Preference.