Faculty - Civil & Construction Engineering Technology Instructor

Overview

Hawkeye Community College’s Civil and Construction Engineering Technology program has a long and proud history of preparing students for a career in civil and construction engineering technology or to successfully transfer to a four-year school. We are seeking a student-focused instructor with work experience to teach courses within our Civil and Construction Engineering Technology program. This is a full-time, 9-month faculty position with primary instructional assignments in the Civil and Construction Engineering Technology program.

At Hawkeye Community College, we understand that great instructors make all the difference. We believe students learn best from those who have real-world experience and firsthand knowledge of what it takes to excel in the field. Our programs are designed to help students build a solid foundation of technical skills and professional competencies needed for success in a dynamic industry. With the guidance of experienced faculty who bring both academic expertise and industry insights, students are well-prepared to meet and exceed these expectations.

• Provide high-quality instruction and leadership to students in the Civil and Construction Engineering Technology program.
• Prepare daily instructional plans and materials.
• Use various instructional modalities as needed.
• Employ instructional methods and materials appropriate for meeting objectives, assess student progress regularly, and provide progress reports as required.
• Formulate and maintain curriculum for assigned courses.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with the Dean, supervisors, other faculty, the program’s Advisory Committee, all divisions of the College, prospective employers, and the community.
• Participate in campus committees as assigned.
• Offer a safe and supportive learning environment while encouraging hands-on learning and problem solving.
• Establish partnerships with industry stakeholders to enhance learning opportunities, strengthen employment pathways for students, stay updated on technology, and align the program with workforce needs.
• Maintain and supervise the use of lab equipment and training materials.
• Maintain partnerships with other educational institutions to facilitate seamless transfer for students.
• Assist with student recruitment and retention initiatives.
• Mentor students on technical projects and hands-on tasks to enhance their learning experience.
• Interact daily with students, faculty, and staff in person, via telephone, email, and other digital communication platforms.
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to industry-standard safety protocols during all classroom and lab activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Regular on-campus and/or onsite attendance is considered an essential function of the position unless otherwise approved.

• Associate’s Degree in Civil and Construction Engineering Technology or a closely related field.
• 5 years of recent, relevant work experience in the civil and construction engineering technology industry.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new and current technical skills and ideas.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills to positively interact with students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated motivation to serve students from all backgrounds and educational experiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a wide array of faculty, staff, students, and the general public in a professional and personable manner.

• Community college experience.
• Post-secondary teaching experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil and Construction Engineering or a related field with 3-5 years of recent, relevant work experience in the civil and construction engineering technology industry.
• Familiarity with curriculum development and the ability to integrate emerging industry trends into coursework.

Civil and Construction Engineering Technology instructors are expected to teach approximately five days per week (usually Monday-Friday), with assignments that may include day, evening, or weekend courses delivered in face-to-face,…