DEFINITION:

To lead, oversee, give technical direction and provide classroom and laboratory instruction, while also performing a variety of administrative tasks for the Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology program for the college.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

• Receives general supervision from the Applied Technology Department Chair

Duties & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS STATEMENTS:

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

• Plan, direct, and participate in the instruction for the Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology program; develop supplemental materials and tests; maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance.                                                                            

• Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology program including curriculum development and instructional coordination.

• Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assess and monitor workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement and review with the Department Chair.

• Develop and draft materials necessary for instruction.

Other Important Functions:

• Assess material, supply, and equipment needs for the Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology program. Maintain an inventory of equipment and supplies within purchasing guidelines. Work with other instructors in the program to ensure their supply needs are also met and submit equipment requests to the Department Chair.

• Participate in the academic program efforts to recruit and retain students; coordinate the development, review, and revision of program publications, publicity and other community relations’ activities.

• Coordinate activities with student services in the implementation of CFCC Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology admission, progression, and graduation policies.

• Ensure the adherence to safe and appropriate work practices and procedures.

• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

• Organizational and management practices as applied to the planning, analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and operational needs.

• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.

• Principles and procedures of academic and instructional program development and administration in the area of assignment.

• Principles and practices of curriculum development and instructional strategies.

• Current trends, research and development in the area of assignment.

Ability To:

• Interpret and apply college goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules and regulations.

• Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.

• Analyze problems; identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

• Effectively direct the provisions of the academic area to which assigned in support of the college programs.

• Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

• Interpret and apply CFCC goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations

• Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
  1. Making observations
  2. Reading and writing
  3. Communicating with others
  4. Operating assigned equipment
  5. Handling varied tasks simultaneously

• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:
  1. Standing or sitting for extended periods of time
  2. Operating assigned equipment
  3. Handling varied tasks simultaneously 
  4. Bending, stooping, climbing, or lifting up to 50 pounds

• Maintain mental capacity, which allow the capability of:
  1. Making sound decisions
  2. Responding to questions
  3. Demonstrating intellectual capabilities

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Minimum Education/Training:

A minimum of an AAS degree in Diesel and Heavy Equipment or Transportation Technology or a closely related field from an accredited college or university

Minimum Experience:

• At least three (3) years of professional experience in Diesel and Heavy Equipment or closely related field

Preferred Education/Training, Experience, Skills:

• A BS degree in Diesel and Heavy Equipment or closely related field from an accredited college or university

• 5 years professional experience in Diesel and Heavy Equipment or closely related field

• Some previous teaching experience

Supplemental Information

This position REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND/OR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these documents ready to upload when applying.
 
Candidates are required to submit OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS for all degrees obtained prior to their first day of work or hire date. If the highest level of education is a High School diploma or equivalent, proof of completion is required.
 
Candidates who have obtained their education outside of the US and its territories must have their academic degree(s) validated, at their own expense, by an outside credential evaluation service as equivalent to the Baccalaureate or Master's degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.