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. River Parishes Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. River Parishes Community College also operates in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, of the 1962 Educational Amendments, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator, Shalither S. Cushenberry, has been chosen to respond to student-related issues concerning the nondiscrimination policy at titleIX@rpcc.edu or 225-743-8526. Faculty and staff are encouraged to contact Brian J. Vermeire in the Office of Human Resources at hr@rpcc.edu or 225-743-8539. At RPCC, the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in Career and Technical classes and activities in our institution. The College is also in compliance with the Family Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-380) as amended by the (P.L. 95-568).

POSITION TITLE Transportation & Logistics Instructor

APPOINTMENT Appointed by the Chancellor of the College upon the recommendation of the Vice Chancellor of Strategic Initiatives and External Affairs & Executive Director of Workforce

LINE AND STAFF RELATIONSHIPS The Transportation & Logistics Instructor reports directly to the Executive Director of Workforce or other designated personnel.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to the Executive Director of Workforce or designee, the Transportation & Logistics Instructor supports developing and coordinating Classroom instruction primarily for the Workforce Training Initiatives with Industry partners. The Transportation & Logistics Instructor is responsible for designing, communicating, and coordinating instruction for industry sector programs and courses.

No Civil Service test score or assessment is required to be considered for this vacancy.

Pay Range: \$45,000 to \$65,000 annually.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their applications to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Louisiana CDL Class A Driver’s License
• Three years of work experience in technical skills, trade, or vocations to be taught are required.
• High School diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree desired.
• Knowledgeable in the Workforce crafts subject area of expertise.
• Community college experience, university teaching, or corporate training experience is highly desired.

DESIRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledgeable in NCCER coursework
• A valid Louisiana Driver’s License (some travel may be required)
• Proof of motor vehicle insurance

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Awareness of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (/FMCSA) guidelines effective February 07, 2022.
• Ability to adapt to today’s changing standards of commercial vehicles and heavy equipment operations.
• Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and ability to relate to a variety of individuals.
• Effective written and oral communication skills, time management skills, and the ability to evaluate and determine the priority of workload to meet deadlines and goals.
• Must maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and overall computer-related activities.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Job Specification

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides instruction of assigned courses and corresponding prescribed curricula relative to Transportation & Logistics industry sector (Commercial Driver's License, Forklift, Heavy Equipment Operator, etc.).
• Maintains program equipment and is responsible for reporting repairs/maintenance needed by external vendors in a timely manner.
• Perform third-party exams to issue Class A/B commercial driver’s license.
• Generates and maintains industry partnerships.
• Markets and recruits for maximum enrollment for assigned courses.
• Maintains student awareness of industry employment needs and requirements.
• Establishes and maintains a well-disciplined and orderly classroom environment.
• Establishes and maintains safety policies and procedures for classroom and work sites.
• Evaluates students’ performance by assessing needs, testing skills and knowledge, and then communicating results to the student; develop, update, and maintain students’ training/instructional plans.
• Communicates effectively with administrators and staff on students’ progress and program needs.
• Instructs students in appropriate entry-level job skills, guide students in making career-related decisions, and assist them in obtaining employment.
• Maintains and updates occupational skills, appropriate industry awareness, and community involvement as it relates to successful performance and other required duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate commitment to professional development in the Workforce and educational field.
• Collaborates with the Program Manager to non-credit student records of training/certifications.
• PERFORMS ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at <https://info.groupbenefits.org/>

Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at <https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx>

Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran's Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. * Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• Mardi Gras
• Good Friday
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veteran's Day
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. * Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system.
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org)
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others