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Position Number: 5111394
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Business - Accounting

Assistant Professor, Construction Mgt./ Woodworking Specialties

Salt Lake Community College

Position Title: Assistant Professor, Construction Mgt./ Woodworking Specialties

Open Internally or Externally: External

If faculty, tenure track status: Tenure Track

Reports to (title): Associate Dean

Department: Building Construction (School of Applied Tech)-2S2

Requisition Number: F23TT32

Position Type: Replacement

Job Category: Faculty

FT/PT: Full-time

Initial Work Location: Varies

Starting Salary: Min. $73,048.00/Year

Job Open Date: 03/15/2024

Job Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Priority Review Date: 03/29/2024

Job Summary: Welcome to the SLCC CommunityIf you value recreation & the scenic beauty of nature; Then, Salt Lake Community College is the place for you. Nestled in the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, you will have the benefit of more than just winter recreation; it is also in the cultural heart of Utah. The cities and surrounding area offer year round, world-class recreation, sporting events, history, arts and entertainment. Utah consistently earns top accolades for its exceptional economy, affordable cost of living and strong communities. SALT LAKE TECHNICAL COLLEGE - Short-term training with long-term results Regular full-time faculty members teach assigned classes in accordance with established guidelines and policies. Faculty participate in advising, committee assignments, and other academic and institutional support activities. SLTC utilizes a faculty model that includes tracking and reporting student progress and employment outcomes; student and community access; and employer engagement. Program Coordinator responsibility may be assigned.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties: Essential Job Duties:

Become familiar with, and abide by, all college policies with immediate priority given to those policies that govern interactions with colleagues, staff, administrators, and departments throughout the organization.
Maintain professional etiquette in communications with students, staff, faculty, and administrators.
Work closely with department peers and administrators to understand processes and procedures that lead to becoming a successful teacher and contributing member of the academic unit.
Maintains professional and collegial behavior.

Teaching:

a. Creates an effective, supportive learning environment for Salt Lake Technical College students.
b. Teaches courses consistent with department procedures, appropriate Course Curriculum Outline (CCO), and catalog description.
c. Provides each student with a syllabus* (paper or online) at the first-class meeting that complies with department procedure and the CCO.
d. Teaches assigned classes at the scheduled time and place, meeting during required contact hours.
e. Demonstrates the incorporation of active and applied learning in courses taught (hands-on and engaged high-impact activities).
f. Provides appropriate and timely feedback for all assignments.
g. Promotes the development of critical thinking among students.
h. Actively participates in the update and production of new curriculum development and related activities as a contributing team member of Salt Lake Technical College.
i. Maintains campus presence on contract days to respond to instruction and daily needs of students, departments, college, and community. Actively and consistently engage all students enrolled in programs assigned to teach on a weekly basis, ensuring contact is significant and meaningful.
j. Maintain availability to teach courses at times directed by the academic needs of the program and availability of staffing pool. The department recommends final teaching assignments with the final decision by the Academic Administrator.
k. Returns graded assignments in a timely fashion per department standards.
l. Consistently improves course quality, design, and course integrity through participation in the college- wide assessment of student learning.
m. Maintains student attendance, progress, completion, employment outcome records, per SLTC requirements.
n. Tracks and reports student progress minimally on a weekly basis, preferably as part of a daily routine.
o. Conducts a variety of appropriate evaluations of student performance. Informs students of progress to date periodically and assigns and submits grades by published deadlines.
p. Assists in maintaining a safe and mutually respectful instructional environment. Prepares and submits incident reports to the Dean of Student Services for inappropriate student behavior as defined by the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities Policy.
q. Uses appropriate resources and technology in the delivery of courses.
r. Collaborates with colleagues for instructional improvement.
s. Coordinates and supervises internships and clinical experiences for students as assigned.
t. Responds to voicemail and email communication promptly (generally within 1 contract day).
u. Meets deadlines.
v. Maintains professional appearance as defined by the discipline and/or College procedure.
w. Partners with the college to provide innovation to improve the learning environment.
x. Promotes support for the mission, vision, values, and goals of the College by incorporating culturally- competent pedagogy and inclusivity practices.
y. Under the direction of supervisor/Academic Administrator, engages employers, industry representatives, and community members.

Professional Activity:

a. Maintains necessary educational credentials, professional skills, and demonstrated teaching competencies consistent with department standards.
b. Solicits feedback and implements suggestions from students and peers when appropriate.
c. Expands knowledge in discipline and teaching craft on an ongoing basis.
d. Promotes the professional development of peers/colleagues through recognized professional activities (in-service activities and the presentation of conference papers and/or publications, and other methodologies appropriate to the teaching field), as approved by departments.
e. Participates in the collegial mentoring relationship, serving as a mentor and/or mentee in the department and college.
f. Engages in local, state, and/or national professional organizations appropriate to the faculty role.
g. Serves community partners as content area experts.
h. Completes required training and participates in professional development.
i. Actively participants in continuous review of technical education programs to ensure their relevance and appropriate rigor.

Service to the College:

a. Provides service to the institution through appropriate participation in academic and campus committee assignments; offers adequate service on at least one department, school, or college-wide committee.b. Promotes, models and exhibits the College Values with colleagues, students, and community stakeholders.c. Responds to discussions and requests for department work in a timely manner (e.g. answers email, completes task assignments, etc.)d. Mentors new faculty as assigned.e. Serves on tenure sitting committees for department colleagues when appropriate, providing meaningful feedback to colleagues.f. Knows and enforces FERPA guidelines and other pertinent federal regulations.g. Assists in maintaining a safe and secure campus environment.h. Reviews and recommends program textbooks and/or materials.i. Attends Convocation, Professional Development Day, Commencement, and other institutional meetings (e.g. department meetings).j. Handles/responds to student concerns/complaints.k. Assumes an active role in the student advising process, formal and/or informal, per departmental guidelines.l. Meets with and updates the counseling office; updates and maintains advising materials per departmental guidelines.m. Develops and/or participates in student recruitment and retention strategies. (Career and Majors Fair, Pathways to Professions, informal outreach, etc.)n. Assists with the assessment of credit for prior learning as needed.o. Participates in the formulation and implementation of department initiatives.p. Evaluates and revises program offerings/materials on an ongoing basis and develops new curricula as needed.q. Participates in strategic planning and monitors the institutional effectiveness and accountability process.r. Provides leadership and instructional integrity through classroom observation, mentoring, and evaluation of part-time employees or serving on tenure sitting committees as needed. Participates in state-level issues as requested.s. Reports maintenance issues for classrooms and equipment to appropriate authorities.t. Maintains inventory, if appropriate, of equipment, tools, supplies, and storage/disposal of hazardous materials required for classes and request appropriate equipment repair.u. Actively participates in the informed budget process.v. Identifies budgetary needs and priorities within the program as applicable.w. In collaboration with program faculty coordination and under the direction of supervisor, completes required service, responding to employer and community needs in timely and relevant manner.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties Continued: Teaching:a. Creates an effective, supportive learning environment for Salt Lake Technical College students.b. Teaches courses consistent with department procedures, appropriate Course Curriculum Outline (CCO), and catalog description.c. Provides each student with a syllabus* (paper or online) at the first-class meeting that complies with department procedure and the CCO.d. Teaches assigned classes at the scheduled time and place, meeting during required contact hours.e. Demonstrates the incorporation of active and applied learning in courses taught (hands-on and engaged high-impact activities).f. Provides appropriate and timely feedback for all assignments.g. Promotes the development of critical thinking among students.h. Actively participates in the update and production of new curriculum development and related activities as a contributing team member of Salt Lake Technical College.i. Maintains campus presence on contract days to respond to instruction and daily needs of students, departments, college, and community. Actively and consistently engage all students enrolled in programs assigned to teach on a weekly basis, ensuring contact is significant and meaningful.j. Maintain availability to teach courses at times directed by the academic needs of the program and availability of staffing pool. The department recommends final teaching assignments with the final decision by the Academic Administrator.k. Returns graded assignments in a timely fashion per department standards.l. Consistently improves course quality, design, and course integrity through participation in the college- wide assessment of student learning.m. Maintains student attendance, progress, completion, employment outcome records, per SLTC requirements.n. Tracks and reports student progress minimally on a weekly basis, preferably as part of a daily routine.o. Conducts a variety of appropriate evaluations of student performance. Informs students of progress to date periodically and assigns and submits grades by published deadlines.p. Assists in maintaining a safe and mutually respectful instructional environment. Prepares and submits incident reports to the Dean of Student Services for inappropriate student behavior as defined by the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities Policy.q. Uses appropriate resources and technology in the delivery of courses.r. Collaborates with colleagues for instructional improvement.s. Coordinates and supervises internships and clinical experiences for students as assigned.t. Responds to voicemail and email communication promptly (generally within 1 contract day).u. Meets deadlines.v. Maintains professional appearance as defined by the discipline and/or College procedure.w. Partners with the college to provide innovation to improve the learning environment.x. Promotes support for the mission, vision, values, and goals of the College by incorporating culturally- competent pedagogy and inclusivity practices.y. Under the direction of supervisor/Academic Administrator, engages employers, industry representatives, and community members. Professional Activity:a. Maintains necessary educational credentials, professional skills, and demonstrated teaching competencies consistent with department standards.b. Solicits feedback and implements suggestions from students and peers when appropriate.c. Expands knowledge in discipline and teaching craft on an ongoing basis.d. Promotes the professional development of peers/colleagues through recognized professional activities (in-service activities and the presentation of conference papers and/or publications, and other methodologies appropriate to the teaching field), as approved by departments.e. Participates in the collegial mentoring relationship, serving as a mentor and/or mentee in the department and college.f. Engages in local, state, and/or national professional organizations appropriate to the faculty role.g. Serves community partners as content area experts.h. Completes required training and participates in professional development.i. Actively participants in continuous review of technical education programs to ensure their relevance and appropriate rigor. Service to the College:a. Provides service to the institution through appropriate participation in academic and campus committee assignments; offers adequate service on at least one department, school, or college-wide committee.b. Promotes, models and exhibits the College Values with colleagues, students, and community stakeholders.c. Responds to discussions and requests for department work in a timely manner (e.g. answers email, completes task assignments, etc.)d. Mentors new faculty as assigned.e. Serves on tenure sitting committees for department colleagues when appropriate, providing meaningful feedback to colleagues.f. Knows and enforces FERPA guidelines and other pertinent federal regulations.g. Assists in maintaining a safe and secure campus environment.h. Reviews and recommends program textbooks and/or materials.i. Attends Convocation, Professional Development Day, Commencement, and other institutional meetings (e.g. department meetings).j. Handles/responds to student concerns/complaints.k. Assumes an active role in the student advising process, formal and/or informal, per departmental guidelines.l. Meets with and updates the counseling office; updates and maintains advising materials per departmental guidelines.m. Develops and/or participates in student recruitment and retention strategies. (Career and Majors Fair, Pathways to Professions, informal outreach, etc.)n. Assists with the assessment of credit for prior learning as needed.o. Participates in the formulation and implementation of department initiatives.p. Evaluates and revises program offerings/materials on an ongoing basis and develops new curricula as needed.q. Participates in strategic planning and monitors the institutional effectiveness and accountability process.r. Provides leadership and instructional integrity through classroom observation, mentoring, and evaluation of part-time employees or serving on tenure sitting committees as needed. Participates in state-level issues as requested.s. Reports maintenance issues for classrooms and equipment to appropriate authorities.t. Maintains inventory, if appropriate, of equipment, tools, supplies, and storage/disposal of hazardous materials required for classes and request appropriate equipment repair.u. Actively participates in the informed budget process.v. Identifies budgetary needs and priorities within the program as applicable.w. In collaboration with program faculty coordination and under the direction of supervisor, completes required service, responding to employer and community needs in timely and relevant manner.

Minimum Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications:

Must have a minimum of six (6) full-time years of paid construction related experience in Brick Masonry, Concrete Masonry, Cabinet Making, or Custom Woodworking. Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree or Associate of Science (AS) degree in construction related field. Two (2) years of post-secondary teaching experience in related field.
(4) full-time years of paid construction related experience in Brick Masonry, Concrete Masonry, Cabinet Making, or Custom Woodworking. and a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree. Degree must be in a related field. Two (2) years of post-secondary teaching experience in related field.

Preferred Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications: 1. Experience, Certifications as related to specific classes being taught.Example Certifications include, but not limited to: Brick Masonry Journeyman Qualification Concrete Masonry Journeyman Qualification General Contracting Experience (Current License Preferred) CNC Experience Computer Cabinet Design Furniture Making Laser Engraving Moulder Moulder Knife Cutting Wood Finishing Wood Working 2. Willingness to complete additional training for all areas of Construction Management and Woodworking Specialties certificates.3. Experience in estimating construction projects.4. Supervisory experience in Brick Masonry, Concrete Masonry, Cabinet Making, or Custom Woodworking..5. Bilingual Speaker6. Experience with Skills USA.7. Experience in curriculum and Development of College level courses.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: KSAs Ability to effectively communicate as well as work with all groups in diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic background of community college students, faculty and staff, including those with disabilities Ability to effectively communicate as well as work with all groups in diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic background including those with disabilities within our community Ability to maintain good working relationships across the College.

Non-Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

Special Instructions: Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at time of hire. Priority Review Date: March 29, 2024: Applications received by this date will have first consideration. Applications after this date will be reviewed on a need by need basis until a candidate is selected for hire. This is a 12-month appointment which includes full benefits, vacation/sick leave, holiday pay, and retirement contributions. The finalist must be able to perform department Refrigeration, Heating, and Air Conditioning Industry qualification test using the following processes: RMGA, EPA, 410Required documents for Application: 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume 3. Transcripts - If a degree is not earned, please upload certificates. Reference Letters are required upon request of the committee. Selected finalist will be required to participate in a teaching demonstration. SLCC offers a comprehensive benefits package for FT Faculty members. Please review SLCCs Benefits Summary.SLCC HR Dept will conduct criminal background checks on the selected finalist. In addition, Official Transcripts from the selected finalist are required before offering employment.Faculty salaries are commensurate upon education and experience.

SLCC Highlights: Salt Lake Community College is Utahs largest open-access college with the most diverse student body in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utahs fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 8 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment.Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new and diverse perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation come about when diverse voices can speak and collaborate freely. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving diverse students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education.

FLSA: Exempt

SLCC Information: Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.slcc.edu/postings/58368