Associate Instructor - Industrial Electricity

About the role

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Murfreesboro is accepting applications for a full-time faculty position in the evening Industrial Electrical (INE) Technology program. This is a full-time position requiring a minimum 37.5-hour workweek (Monday – Thursday; 1:30pm – 9:30pm and Friday 8:00am – 1:30pm).

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized theory and hands-on instruction to adults and high school students to prepare them for employment in the field.
• Monitor, grade, and evaluate individual student progress; maintain student records in the college’s student records management software; maintain appropriate documentation; submit timely reports; and assist in recruitment of new students and placement of graduates.
• Work with other INE program day instructors to coordinate both day and evening programs to ensure curriculum continuity between both sections.
• Maintain good public relations with business and industry, maintain an active advisory committee and cooperate with outside agencies.
• Supervise and follow-up on students participating in cooperative education.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in the building construction field (electrical and plumbing), preferably within the last five (5) years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-secondary Skilled Trades credential from an accredited institution.
• Prior teaching or evidence of ability to teach students.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Show evidence of good character, organizational skills, and mature attitude.
• Be willing to remain current in the instructional field and maintain personal certifications and program accreditation(s).
• Possess computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Possess the communication skills necessary to be an effective teacher and interact with high school and adults.
• Show strong hands-on technical background in the field.
• Show a high degree of knowledge in the following areas: basic safety, hand tools, power tools, construction drawings, plumbing, pressure systems, drain, waste and vent, electrical and plumbing rough-in and finish.

Physical Qualifications

• Bend, sit, and squat in order to demonstrate skills on EPT equipment.
• Communicate for extended periods while lecturing.
• Sit at a computer for extended periods to enter data.
• Lift 50 lbs.

Salary

This is an exempt position. Salary commensurate with qualifications, education, experience and in accordance with the guidelines established by the Tennessee Board of Regents.

General Information

• Background checks will be completed on all new hires.
• Selected candidates will be asked to sign a background release authorizing TCAT Murfreesboro to complete a background check which includes the following: Sex Offender Registry, Driving History, County Criminal National Criminal Database, Federal Criminal Sanctions and Disciplinary Database.

Employment Documents

• Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification before employment.
• An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• To be considered for a position at TCAT Murfreesboro, you must create and submit an online application that includes your required documents at Jobs and Employment | TCAT Murfreesboro.
• Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using what is recorded on your application.
• Please be sure to include the complete beginning and end dates under your employment history.
• Scan/Upload and attach required documents to the online application in Word or PDF format.
• Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
• To be considered for the position, the following items must be uploaded: Resume, Cover letter, Educational Transcripts/Diploma, Industry licensure and/or certifications.

General Information

The TBR does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.