Adjunct Faculty - Electrical

Job no: 495504

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Work Type: Faculty
- Part Time

Locations: Baton Rouge, LA

Categories: Academic Affairs, Technical, Workforce Development & Education, Education

Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC)

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Building Trade Expertise,
Creating Pathways to Skilled Careers and Workforce Success

Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) seeks to fill the position of Adjunct Faculty
- Electrical. This role is located in the Division of Technical Education. Adjunct faculty members are responsible for teaching courses as assigned and may be required to teach in the evenings, on weekends, online, or in dual enrollment settings, as needed. Faculty are expected to support the institution’s mission and vision and to abide by the Faculty Handbook and college-wide policies.

Adjunct faculty are also expected to maintain currency in their teaching discipline. Adjunct faculty report directly to the Academic Program Manager and/or Department Chair within their respective departments and divisions.

I. Teaching: 75%

• Provide learning experiences in accordance with students' needs and abilities
• Use learning resources to help students learn
• Assess student learning in accordance with college policy
• Provide each student with a course syllabus and schedule
• Maintain a minimum of 10 office hours per week
• Meet all scheduled classes within the appropriate timeframe
• Advise students and assist with registration, orientation, and recruitment as needed
• Follow the approved master course syllabi
• Maintain accurate grade and attendance records
• Submit syllabi, office hours, grades, attendance, electronic time sheets, and other reports by established deadlines
• Assure that all Industry Based Certification (IBC) and accreditation requirements are maintained
• Maintain current AWS and/or NCCER certifications

II. Administrative: 10%

• Notify dean/department chair of absence with course substitution plan in a timely manner
• Attend all departmental, division, and general faculty meetings
• Attend convocations and participate in graduation exercise (attired in appropriate academic regalia)
• Adhere to professional standards of conduct
• Participate in the faculty evaluation process

III. Service: 5%

• Contribute to the college and your discipline by collaborating with others and offering your service to the college
• Represent BRCC and actively engage the community's business and industry

IV. Professional Development: 5%

• Engage in continual professional development activities as it relates to pedagogy, assessment, and faculty area of expertise

V. Other Duties as Assigned: 5%

• Other duties as assigned by the department or college

Experience

• 3 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Advanced:

• Written and oral communication skills presenting ideas effectively to individuals/groups
• Ability to work well with others at all levels of the organization, interacting in a way that inspires trust, confidence, and integrity
• Interpersonal skills to handle student concerns

Proficient:

• Organizational skills
• Working knowledge of and proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Ability to convey knowledge and skills to students concisely and accurately

Basic:

• Mechanical

Preferred Experience

• Previous teaching experience preferred
• Applicants must possess at least 3 years of Electrical experience as well as industry-based certifications
• The preferred applicant may possess an Associate Degree in any field or be committed to an educational program of study leading to an Associate Degree or higher

Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Dynamic reading skills and speaking voice required
• Ability to generate class materials, reports, and master the operation and skills required to maximize productivity through best practices and planning
• Excellent leadership, communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills; willingness to think outside of the box
• Equivalency of education, training, and on-the-job experiences to provide students with knowledge and skills to become successful technicians
• Higher Education teaching experience
• Provide subject matter expertise and counsel

As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, BRCC offers an attractive benefits package with options including retirement, medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan, holidays, vacation and sick leave, and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort, and length of employment.

BRCC offers a collaborative work environment, a commitment to employee development, and the opportunity to support student success through strong institutional operations.

Note: Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment.