JOB PURPOSE:

To recruit individuals into and teach non-credit industrial trainings.  60% of the position will be directly related to and covered by the Ready for Life Grant which will require the development and coordination of pre-employment training for unemployed or underemployed individuals looking to reenter the workforce in a manufacturing occupation.  The remaining 40% of the position will be coordinating and instructing other industrial trainings needed as identified by the college or requested by regional employers.

This is a Full-Time, 12-month position.

Essential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities):

• Recruit unemployed or underemployed individuals into the training program associated with the Ready for Life grant.
• Train individuals in safety and operational procedures for the modern manufacturing environment. Topics may include equipment maintenance, electrical and instrumentation, process operations, industrial safety, etc..
• Work with regional employers to identify or develop trainings as needed by the manufacturing facilities.
• Promote non-credit workforce trainings at local employers, high schools, and employment events as needed.
• Track student progress through the ready for life training pathway.
• Coordinate paperwork collection, registration, and reporting of non-credit workforce students.
• Plan, organize, manage, oversee and evaluate the student learning and activities involved with learning, including implementing strategies in traditional and online learning classrooms.
• Plan and evaluate student performance; establish student performance requirements and development targets; monitor student performance and provide coaching for student performance improvement and development
• Participates in assessment of student learning, presents statistical data, research findings, and recommends appropriate action to institutional stakeholders
• Collaborate with credit and non-credit instructors in the development of new traditional and distance learning course offerings
• Act as backup instructor for C-STOP Classes as needed
• Collaborate with resource partners who can help students fund their education
• Cultivate, develop and maintain relationships with industry partners and Contractors

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Excellent computer, communication (written and verbal, time management and organizational skills
• Experience with modern industrial environments and procedures.
• Demonstrate skill and/or knowledge in teaching discipline. Experience in training
• Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.

• Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles.
• Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines.
• Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials.
• Train participants at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs.
• Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously.
• Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies.
• Willing to receive training, certification or licensure in order to teach specific courses or topics.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Required Education and Experience:

Minimum of three years industrial experience including time spent in training individuals in related industrial techniques and procedures.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Associates Degree or higher preferred with 5 years plus relevant industrial experience.

Other Job Duties:

Academic advising, service on institutional committees and councils.

APPLICATION PROCESS (PLEASE FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS TO APPLY)

Applicants must complete the South Arkansas Community College application form available at www.southark.edu/app or from the Human Resources Office. Resumes, transcripts, and reference list may accompany, but will not replace the application.  Official Transcripts must be on file with the Human resources Office before an offer is made to the successful candidate. Return application to the South Arkansas Community College Human Resources Office, P. O. Box 7010, 300 South West Ave, El Dorado, Arkansas 71731-7010. Telephone (870) 862-8131 ext. 146.

Fill out application located at this link: http://www.southark.edu/app

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  AA/EOE. Applications are subject to the Arkansas FOIA.

Chosen Candidate will be required to submit to a criminal background check and have acceptable background results, provide any certificates of training (if the candidates possess any) or Licenses, Official Transcripts (for positions requiring undergraduate or graduate education), must have a clean driving record, and must complete all new hire paperwork prior to starting work.