Faculty Instructor - Welding

SUMMARY OF WORK

Dawson Community College invites qualified candidates to apply for a full-time, tenure track, faculty position within our Welding Technology program. This full-time position is responsible for instructing welding courses that cover a variety of techniques based on industry standards. Instructional faculty have the responsibility of creating an innovative learning environment both inside and outside the classroom to inspire success and excellence in student learning. This faculty position is responsible for collaboration within our Welding program for program development and improvement, student recruitment and advising, dual enrollment and articulation. This person demonstrates the academic and professional qualifications and relevant experience required for providing effective leadership for the program and students.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Three years experience in welding or an equivalent number of years of education and work experience in welding
• Possess and maintain current welding certification for processes taught or the ability to obtain and maintain certification within 6 months of hire date
• Industry specific knowledge pertaining directly to subjects assigned and taught
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to students with varying levels of welding experience
• Sensitivity, understanding, and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds
• Commitment to student success and a positive learning environment
• Must be able to take initiative and work independently as well as part of a team
• Valid Montana driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a teacher, tutor, or lab assistant in an educational setting
• Familiarity with OSHA welding safety standards and practices
• Experience working with diverse student populations in a post-secondary environment
• Pipefitting and pipe welding procedure experience in accordance with API-1104 standards
• Ability to issue AWS certifications

SALARY RANGE

$38,571 - $78,748
Wages commensurate with education and experience

For more information and to apply, go to www.dawson.edu/employment-opportunities