Instructor​/Assistant Professor of Plumbing Technology

Location: Two Dot

Position Details

Position Information

NBAPOSN Title Working Title Instructor/Assistant Professor of Plumbing Technology Brief

Position Overview

Montana State University-Northern (MSUN), invites applications for an academic-year (10-month) Instructor/Assistant Professor of Plumbing Technology to begin immediately. Effective teaching is the primary mission of this position and MSU-Northern.

Make a lasting impact on student success, and in the trade's industry as a whole by teaching Plumbing Technology courses and supervise student plumbing trainees in a two-year associate of applied science degree program.

The successful candidate will join the faculty of this thriving department in the College of Technical Sciences. Faculty work in person in a climate-controlled indoor setting typical of an office environment, and conduct instruction in indoor classroom spaces and two separate lab areas at our 115-acre residential campus located in Havre, Montana.

Follow this link to learn more about the Plumbing Technology program and our entire four year university.

MUS Benefits

1. Employer-paid health plan for employees! Coverage begins immediately. If the benefits you choose cost the same or less than the employer contribution, you will not see any change in your paycheck! If you are a new employee, you may enroll your eligible dependents for benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision Hardware, and optional supplemental life / AD&D insurance coverage.

2. Paid sick leave available after 3 months; available for use for immediate family members

3. 12 holidays observed per year - All offices closed and classes are not in session.

4. Faculty participate in TIAA CREF unless they have prior active membership in a recognized State of Montana retirement system.

5. Montana University System Tuition Waivers for Professional staff & dependents Employees 3/4 time or more receive a waiver of tuition for any Montana University System. Or, after 4 months, their dependents are eligible for MUS Dependent Tuition Waiver Benefit and is 50% of the residential tuition.

Annual Salary:
Official offers of employment and salary are made exclusively through the Office of the Provost and will vary, as is consistent with the CBA, based upon each individual candidate's unique combination of education and experience. The employment contract follows the academic year typically beginning in August and ending in May.

Faculty Tenure Track No Faculty Rank Open Position Number 7A0049 Department Plumbing Division College of Technical Sciences Appointment Type Faculty Contract Term Academic Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Exempt Union Affiliation Montana Federation of Public Employees FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Yes Compensation Annual Salary Commensurate with credentials and experience and within the guidelines set by the collective bargaining agreement.

Contract Type LOA If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

Teach plumbing technology courses and supervise student plumbing trainees in a two-year associate of applied science (A.A.S.) degree program. The faculty member will teach approximately 24 semester credit hours of classes per year in the areas of basic plumbing theory, hand tool and instrument usage, plumbing distribution, boiler heating and wiring processes. The faculty member may also be expected to use a variety of distance delivery mediums.

The person in this position will also be responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining proper lab facilities. Since a significant portion of the two-year plumbing program may be applied by students for a plumbing apprentice in Montana, the successful candidate may be expected to help in a two-year apprenticeship experience for traditional and non-traditional students. Some of the leadership responsibilities will include the development of course material, laboratory experiences, and facilities as well as establishing corporate and labor linkages to ensure Northern graduates are ready to work in the plumbing trade.

In addition, the faculty may be involved in curriculum development, program growth, program assessment, working with an advisory board, and assisting in student recruitment efforts. Academic responsibilities will also include serving on campus committees, involvement in campus activities, and serving as an ambassador and collegiate member of the College of Technical Sciences.

Effective teaching is the primary mission of this position at MSU Northern.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teach plumbing technology courses and supervise student plumbing trainees in a two-year associate of applied science (A.A.S.) degree program. The faculty member will teach approximately 24 semester credit hours of classes per year in the areas of basic plumbing theory, hand tool and instrument usage, plumbing distribution, boiler heating and wiring processes.

The faculty member may also be expected to use a variety of distance delivery mediums.

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