PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Electrical Systems Instructor will teach classes on the main college campus and on location at select high school campuses which promote and enhance the college's commitment to excellence in instruction and which supports the current needs of the students and faculty.  Course work, most of which is hands-on, will include topics as AC/DC theory, basic wiring practices, programmable logic controllers, industrial motor controls, applications of the National Electric Code, and other subjects as local needs require. Faculty members are responsible to the Dean or Program Manager.  The relationship of the faculty member to the student is one of leader, teacher, adviser and facilitator of learning.

** This is a 9 month faculty position **

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• The Instructor will organize and develop facilities associated with instruction areas, maintain office hours, advise students and assist with registration.
• Develop and/or maintain course syllabi and provide each student with a written statement of course requirements at the beginning of the semester including texts, course content and competencies and evaluation.
• Teach courses as assigned in accordance with the established syllabi.
  Recommending for approval adequate instructional materials for courses within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Monitoring the development and/or implementation of program activities. Assisting in departmental/program recruitment and placement activities.
• Participating in the development of divisional and departmental strategic plans and participating in the formulation, interpretation, and application of division policies and procedures (through committee assignments, departmental meetings, etc.).
• Maintain professional competence; participation in professional development activities.
• Preventative maintenance of all equipment in labs.  Demonstrates mastery of shop and worksite safety.
• Conduct evaluations of student performance and assign grades on the basis of such evaluations.
• Maintain records of student attendance and grades according to college and state policy and procedure.
• Responsible for administering student surveys in classes as prescribed by College procedure and discussing results with Dean or Program Manager.
• Participate in the development and implementation of articulation programs and agreements and promote student participation in such programs.
• Work with students and employers in occupational settings, on-the-job training, practicums, internships and similar work-related situations as needed.
• Maintain professional skills and subject expertise through continual study and research in discipline and through involvement in professional organizations.
• Donate academic expertise in the local, state or national community when appropriate to fulfill the community relations goals of the College.
• Serve on faculty, college and/or University and Community College System of North Carolina committees as appropriate.
• Support and encourage college-sponsored activities.
• Learn new guidelines and processes in performing duties and advising students.
• Create a student-centered environment.
• Work toward operational excellence; continuous improvement of processes.
• Implement innovative strategies to meet the needs of students and improve processes.
• Interact with co-workers and perform tasks with the highest level of integrity.
• Work cooperatively with faculty, staff, students, and our learning community.
• Promote and support HCC's mission, vision, and values and promote and support coworkers in the most positive manner.
• Frequent operation of a college-owned vehicle.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required and/or assigned.