Salary: See Position Description
Location : Alvin Community College – Main Campus/Online
Job Type: Full-time (Faculty)
Job Number: 2023-151
Division: Academic Affairs/Instruction
Department: Arts & Sciences
Opening Date: 06/29/2023
Job Summary
Minimum Salary $ 60,948.19
Salary offer commensurate with education and related work experience. In addition, this position is pending budget approval.
This is a Full-Time 12-Month Faculty/Program Director position. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview. The salary will depend upon the highest degree relevant to the position and years of experience.
In order to maintain SACSCOC compliance, it is required you upload a copy of your transcripts for ALL degrees conferred.
APPLICATION STATUS
Your application status will be updated throughout the review process.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include working days, evenings and/or weekends.
May require travel to our main campus in Alvin and/or to various offsite locations, including local high schools in Alvin, Danbury, Manvel and Pearland and to Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities in Richmond, Rosharon or Lake Jackson.
Requires the provision of official transcripts and/or certifications within (30) days of hire.
Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. “equivalency.” All international credential evaluations must be conducted by one of the companies affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES®) in order to be considered for a faculty position. Applicants bear the responsibility of requesting, paying associated fees, and obtaining an original transcript evaluation for submission to the Office of Human Resources. Please refer to the NACES® website for further information ().
Alvin Community College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender equity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service or veteran’s status
Essential Duties
The faculty will teach a variety of courses within the Engineering Department including freshman and sophomore level courses in the specific area of expertise.
The faculty will also serve as Chair of the Engineering Department and Director of the Engineering Associate of Science Program. This position will oversee recruiting students to the major and recruiting and hiring qualified adjuncts to supplement instruction and promote their program to the broader Brazoria County and Houston metropolitan community.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
.• Manages personnel, supplies, equipment, and facilities of department
• Recruits and hires adjunct faculty as needed
• Manages budget allotments and seeks new funding sources through grants and industry partnerships
• Addresses and resolves faculty and student concerns and issues
• Develops, maintains, and supervises long-range Institutional Effectiveness assessment plans that may include planning, developing, and reporting the program mission, goals, and program/student learning outcomes
• Evaluates adjunct instructors in the department on an annual basis
• Maintains program accreditation standards with SACSCOC, ABET, etc.
• Coordinates, plans, develops, implements, supervises, and evaluates department curriculum and courses
• Assigns all instructor classes, evaluates faculty credentials, and approves courses for full-time and adjunct faculty
• Instructs and supervises a diverse population of students in the classroom at various times and locations
• Possesses a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence
• Demonstrates effective communication skills, both written and oral
• Prepares and utilizes a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution
• Maintains current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilizes a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources
• Assists in the recruitment and retention of students
• Advises students in academic matters or refers students to appropriate resources
• Assesses students’ performance through a range of measurement activities and keeps them
informed of their progress in a timely manner
• Engages students face-to-face and through electronic communications
• Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate
reports, and communicate with others
• Assists in the development, distribution and collection of assessments for courses and
program objectives
• Builds positive and professional relationship with students, colleagues, college
administration, and the community
• Submits timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions and departments
• Provides recommendations to the Instructional Dean and appropriate college committees
regarding curriculum, instruction, and division operations
• Exhibits a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development
activities
• Adheres to Alvin Community College’s policies and procedures
• Attends institutional meetings as required
• Other related duties as assigned
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The incumbent typically works in a classroom environment and uses a computer, telephone and
other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical
of that of a classroom. Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand
motion, handle or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to twenty (20) pounds.
Minimum Qualifications
• Master’s degree in Engineering or a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Engineering
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, as well as intermediate
computer skills.
• Knowledge and proficiency in software relevant to Engineering, such at MATLAB, Simulink,
etc.
• Must be familiar with interactive teaching methods and instruction via the Internet.
Preferences
• Ph.D. in Engineering preferred
• Prior teaching experience at the college level preferred
• Prior experience in program supervision and management preferred
• Working knowledge of Blackboard course management system preferred.
Welcome to Alvin, Texas! Located twenty five miles southeast of Houston in northeast Brazoria County, on land originally granted to the Houston Tap and Brazoria Railroad, Alvin is home to 24,236 residents and has much to offer our citizens and visitors alike.
The College
Alvin Community College is a public community college in Brazoria County, Texas. We provide educational opportunities in workforce training, academics, technical fields, adult basic education, and personal development.
Alvin Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees and certificates.
Vision Statement
“As a premier college that provides high-quality academic, technical and cultural programs, Alvin Community College’s focus will be to promote student success, enhance quality of life and support economic development.”
Mission Statement
“Alvin Community College exists to improve the lives of its constituents by providing affordable, accessible, high quality and innovative academic, technical and cultural educational opportunities for the diverse communities it serves
Annual Leave Plan
- Vacation (Staff Only)
- Sick
- Personal Business Days
Benefits
- Medical Insurance*
- Dental Insurance*
- Life Insurance*
- Long Term Disability*
- Dependent Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
- Additional Optional Term Life
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
*Employer paid employee only coverage
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I acknowledge I have uploaded a copy of ALL my transcripts for ALL degrees conferred.
- Yes
- No
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I acknowledge my application, resume and/or supplemental documents all match and provide the same and consistent information.
- Yes
- No
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Do you have a Master’s degree in Engineering or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Engineering?
- Yes
- No
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Are you familiar with interactive teaching methods and instruction via the internet?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, as well as intermediate computer skills?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have knowledge and proficiency in software relevant to Engineering, such at MATLAB, Simulink, etc?
- Yes
- No
Required Question