"Diesel Heavy Equipment Technology Faculty"

Company: White Mountains Community College

Job Location: (Not specified)

Category: Other Technical and Career Faculty

Type: Full-Time

Position includes a full benefit package. Faculty positions are full-time and have a 10-month schedule.

Scope of Work: To educate students in the Diesel Heavy Equipment Technology Program and to participate in departmental and/or institutional activities that support the mission of the college. This position shall report to the Department Chair of the Industry and Transportation Department at WMCC.

Accountabilities:

• Teaches program-related courses in a classroom, online, and/or laboratory setting in the Diesel Heavy Equipment Technology program. Such courses include Hydraulics I, Hydraulics II, Failure Analysis, Heavy Duty Chassis Brake and Climate Control Systems, and other courses as assigned.
• Prepares instructional materials that integrate theory with applications and clearly outline course and program goals and requirements and comply with established course content.
• Establishes sound classroom practices and management that respond to diverse academic needs and maintain accessibility and availability to assist students with their learning needs.
• Observes all academic policies and procedures and institutional rules and regulations.
• Oversees student learning activities and academic progress and maintains accurate records of student progress and accomplishments. Consults with and interprets these to students.
• Participates in departmental activities and supports departmental operations by attending meetings, maintaining educational equipment and spaces, preparing requisitions for instructional equipment, supplies or classroom materials, participating in course and program reviews, contributing to departmental initiatives, and maintaining contact with business and industry within the field of diesel heavy equipment technology.
• Participates in college-sponsored recruitment and retention activities by attending admissions events, student orientations, award ceremonies, and/or advising student activity groups.
• Remains current within the field of diesel heavy equipment technology through participation in relevant professional associations and educational and training activities. Utilizes appropriate instructional and administrative technologies as required for teaching effectiveness and college operations/communication.
• Demonstrates ethical and professional behavior.
• Serves on college or system committees, as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with major study in mechanical technology, automotive technology, engineering, business, education, or related discipline. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in education shall require an Associate’s degree in mechanical technology, automotive technology, engineering, or closely related discipline.
• Experience: Three years of teaching experience in the diesel heavy equipment technology field or three years of business or industry experience directly related to the field of heavy equipment mechanics. OR Associate’s degree from a regionally accredited college or technical school with major study in diesel heavy equipment technology, mechanical technology, automotive technology, engineering, business, general education, or related discipline, and five years of teaching experience or five years of business or industry experience directly related to the field of heavy equipment mechanics.

Recommended Work Traits: Knowledge of teaching methods and materials, problems and subject matter as relates to course of instruction. Knowledge of the principles, methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in postsecondary teaching. Knowledge of educational standards and procedures in the college to which assigned. Ability to work with and secure the cooperation of others. Ability to maintain comprehensive records of the progress and development of the individual student. Evidence of good professional attitude. Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the college appointing authority.

License/Certification: Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualification: Valid commercial driver’s license. Experience in hydraulics system application and diagnostics.

Note: Details for other levels (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor) include similar scopes but with varying salaries and experience requirements.

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