College: SOWELA

Department: Academic Affairs

Sub department: School of Transportation & Applied Technology

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 12 month

Salary: Start of $55,000 with actual offer based on experience and education

Duties and Responsibilities: • Teaches assigned welding technology courses, and associated labs in accordance with the college’s workload policy.
• Maintains written instructional standards.
• Facilitates instruction in accordance with instructional standards using alternative delivery methods as needed.
• Posts and maintains office hours.
• Participates in the assessment and development of student learning outcomes.
• Establishes, maintains and submits accurate student and instructional records in a timely manner.
• Assists in the preparation of course proposals, curriculum, instructional materials, and evaluation tools.
• Reviews and updates course outlines, textbooks, laboratories and course procedure sheets for welding technology courses.
• Assists with curriculum updates and the construction of degree/certificate programs.
• Applies and maintains standards of quality operating methods, processes, systems, and procedures such as and in accordance with AWS and ASME welding codes and standards.
• Implements change as necessary to maintain a successful welding technology program.
• Integrates knowledge of customers, competitors, other industries, industry groups, and professional training to continuously improve program quality.
• Works as part of an instructional team by participating in welding technology course scheduling, department, division and college meetings.
• Serves on college committees as assigned.
• Works to maintain the integrity of department curriculum.
• Maintains partnerships with local area employers to assist in arranging field experiences for program students.
• Collaborates with college community and area high schools in support of welding technology events and competitions.
• Assists in recruiting students and supporters to the program.
• Participates in job fairs, recruiting events, and other special events related to the welding technology program.
• Maintains equipment and supply inventory.
• Act as advisers to student organizations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
• Advise students on academic and vocational curricula, and career planning.
• Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Required Experience: Welder with 5 years of relevant industry experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Demonstrated proficiency in performing SMAW 6G pipe and GMAW/FCAW/GTAW 6G pipe welds.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Ability to be a team player and possess a high-energy level and positive attitude.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to be committed to teaching and learning.
• Proficiency in the use of standard office equipment and networked personal computers.
• Proficiency in or ability to become proficient in a variety of software, including but not limited to Office 365 apps.
• Skilled at communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and written, at all levels.
• Ability to deliver course content in a clear, concise manner that enhances student learning.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations needed to complete job tasks.
• Skilled at planning, organizing, and prioritizing job duties to meet deadlines.
• Maintaining interpersonal professional working relationships at all levels – students, peers, and Executives.

Required Licenses or Certifications: 

Preferred Education: Technical Diploma in Welding

Preferred Experience: Welder with 3 years of relevant industry experience, along with teaching and leadership experience.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.