Position Title Millwright Instructor Location River Parishes Community College Job Type Full-time Appointment Appointed by the Chancellor of the College upon recommendation of the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs Reporting Line Directly reports to the Dean of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Position Summary This is a 9-month, full-time position. Instructors may be assigned classes at any of the four River Parishes Community College campuses (Gonzales, Reserve)

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Millwright in the areas of industrial maintenance, working with pumps, turbines and similar machinery.
• Associate’s Degree in Industrial Technology or equivalent credentials.
• Knowledgeable in the Workforce crafts subject area of expertise.
• Community college experience, university teaching, or corporate training experience is highly desired.

Desired Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in Industrial Maintenance/Millwright and BS in Industrial Technology or related field.
• Certifications in OSHA 10/30 in construction and/or industry and other Manufacturing-related certificates.
• Knowledgeable in NCCER Millwright coursework

Job Concepts

EEO Statement: River Parishes Community College is an open admission institution that partners with the communities and businesses of the river parishes region of Louisiana to provide workforce training, certificates, diplomas, and Associate Degrees. Please visit our website for more information: www.rpcc.edu.

FULL TIME FACULTY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The following constitutes an employment agreement between the college and faculty member and is contingent upon student enrollment and the authority provided by the Board of Supervisors for the Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS). Faculty member agrees to fulfill the following responsibilities.

I. TEACHING AND DIRECT INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES

1. Perform all instructional responsibilities in accordance with the role, scope, and mission of the College.
2. Adhere to designated schedule of classes and office hours.
3. Attend and provide meaningful instruction for all class sessions during the semester. Be punctual in class attendance and provide instruction for the complete class period. Make appropriate arrangements for necessary absences according to campus policies.
4. Create and maintain an environment conducive to learning and one in which all students are treated equitably and with respect.
5. Develop, distribute, and explain to all students within the first week of class, the course outline, the expectations of the course, the standards upon which students will be evaluated, the grading system, the attendance policy, safety policies, classroom management policies, and other information as deemed appropriate for students and the course.
6. Ensure that adequate time is devoted to class preparation such that class time is maximized to the benefit of the students and that content is up-to-date and presented in a professional manner.
7. Utilize a variety of teaching and assessment methods/instruments, which provide for the differences in learning styles of students, while covering the approved curriculum guide.
8. Maintain accurate attendance, progress, and evaluation instruments in a college-approved grade book format and file records in a timely fashion. (Evaluation instruments are to be maintained for at least three years.)
9. Utilize technology as approved/required by the college (i.e. Student Information System, Learning Management System, discipline specific programs/platforms)

II. SERVICE TO STUDENTS, DEPARTMENT, DIVISION OR COLLEGE, COMMUNITY

10. Contribute to the assessment of program student learning outcomes and the implementation of strategies to improve teaching and learning based on analysis of assessment results.
11. Participate in the review, development, and revision of discipline-specific curriculum, as needed.
12. Serve as a resource for students in the pursuit of employment or advanced educational opportunities related to the teaching discipline. Support the collection of student-specific information related to job placement and/or academic achievement and matriculation, as applicable based on teaching discipline.
13. Support the dissemination of information to prospective students and the community related to RPCC programs of study aligned with teaching discipline.
14. Support student success through academic advising, mentoring, tutoring, and other student support services, as applicable based on teaching discipline.
15. Attend/participate in the RPCC Commencement Ceremony. Attend/participate in graduation/pinning ceremonies, as applicable/assigned.
16. Participate in teaching discipline specific program advisory committee meetings, as applicable.
17. Demonstrate commitment to effective communication by utilizing official tools for timely dissemination of information to students and supervisors, and by being proactive and responsive in addressing inquiries and needs from students and coworkers.

III. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

18. Participate in college in-service program(s), professional development opportunities, and college/state meetings, as applicable/assigned.
19. In collaboration with supervisor, develop and follow-through on an individualized professional development plan each academic year.
20. Complete all academic and occupational credential requirements as defined by LCTCS Board policies and procedures, as well as requirements defined by accrediting agencies.
21. Complete all College, system, and state mandated training in a timely manner.

IV. LEADERSHIP (As Applicable)

Refer to expectations outlined in the approved contract and/or job description related to additional duties assignments including the following roles: division coordinator, department chair, faculty coordinator, lead faculty member, program director, and other established faculty leadership roles.

V: OTHER:

22. Adhere to all RPCC and LCTCS policies and procedures.
23. Perform other duties assigned by college/campus administrators, as applicable.
24. Always represent the College in a manner that promotes a professional and positive image.

Note: All faculty are expected to work a 40-hour week. This includes instructional time, class preparation, course improvement, grading, office hours, institutional service assignments and other duties as assigned by appropriate college administration.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides and supports classroom instruction of required courses.
• Meet college deadlines for recording attendance, grades, learning outcome and assessment, and textbook adoption.
• Selects and assesses student learning outcomes, fosters effective learning in both classroom and lab settings, and promotes good public relations via contacts and regular communications with business, industry, and the public sector.
• Assures the development of schedules for the Program that meet the needs of students and integrate millwright coursework in all modes of delivery.
• Develops and implements measures and methodology for determining the effectiveness and efficiency of the courses.
• Attains, maintains, and reviews program certification requirements, as appropriate.
• Maintain lab equipment and inventory of tools.
• Consult with other college faculty and staff on issues relevant to student success.
• Follows and enforces rules and regulations as described by the Louisiana Community and Technical College System and other policies and procedures established by the college.
• Serves on committees as needed.
• Participate in recruitment events and represent the college at various functions as needed to promote the Millwright and Career & Technical Education programs.
• Demonstrates commitment to professional development in the field.
• Collaborates with the dean and department chair to accurately maintain training records.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.

Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.