"Land Surveying/Geomatics Instructor"

Job Description

Great Basin College, located in Elko, Nevada, is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Land Surveying Geomatics instructor. This position will help the Bachelor of Applied Science Surveying and Geomatics program become accredited and recognized for licensure in various states. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in Fundamentals of Geomatics, Urban Development, GIS for Surveyors, Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing, Adjustments, CAD for Land Surveyors, Geodesy and GPS, Construction Surveying.

The individual awarded this position is expected to be an active and engaged member of the College and the Department. A physical presence on campus is required for the benefit of students and a collegial atmosphere. This position is based at Great Basin College's Elko campus and is anticipated to start in January 2026.

For descriptions of GBC's Land Surveying and Geomatics program courses, please refer to the college catalog available online at www.gbcnv.edu.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• M.S. (Ph.D. preferred) in Surveying, Geomatics, Photogrammetry or a closely related field required or conferred within 12 months of hire
• Demonstrated post-secondary teaching ability in surveying and geomatics or a closely related field
• Professional licensure (e.g., professional surveying/engineering) or certification (e.g., certified photogrammetrist) required or acquired within 12 months of hire

Candidates will be able to teach introductory and advanced classes. Preference will be given to those strong in The Public Land Survey System, Legal Descriptions, and Advanced Boundary Analysis. Experience teaching through distance education technologies is preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Teach undergraduate land surveying and geomatics courses and advanced topics, including field laboratories both in-person and online
• Develop course syllabi and materials
• Oversee and manage the accreditation for the Land Surveying and Geomatics program
• Evaluate student mastery of skills and competencies required by course outcomes
• Maintain office hours to provide student advisement, participate in recruitment activities, and program/curriculum development
• Participate and serve in college, department and program meetings, committees, and activities as required
• Travel primarily throughout the state of Nevada as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Compensation

Academic Faculty - 3, B Contract - 9 month working contract paid over 12 months. The budgeted salary range is $53,414 - $82,000. Salary is based on relatable education and experience, internal equity and budgets.