Adjunct, Welding - SLTC

Adjunct Welding Instructor

Under general supervision the adjunct welding instructor will teach and facilitate student learning in a competency-based welding program, preparing students for industrial employment and certifications as required. This is a pooled position. The department reviews applications as positions become available. In accordance with SLCC policy, adjunct positions are offered on a semester-by-semester basis with no guarantee of continued employment. Official transcripts are required for those who are offered employment within 30 days of hire.

Provide instruction and facilitate students' learning in Oxy-acetylene welding, shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, flux cored arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, and blueprint reading (including welding symbols leading to industry certifications and employment. Accommodate various learning styles, especially hands-on training, not limited to the classroom. Advise students on the program requirements and their progress through the courses. Assess student's abilities and provide appropriate documentation and feedback. Collaborate with other instructor(s) in the department to aid in development and coordination of quality classroom activities and curriculum as required. Provide an industry viewpoint to the training program so that students will be prepared to enter the work force. Keep current on technological advances in welding. Support college and SLTC policies and guidelines. Must have good work ethic, punctuality, and attendance habits. 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. Provides appropriate and timely feedback for all assignments. Returns graded assignments in a timely fashion per department standards. Maintains student attendance records (for Financial Aid purposes) and grades. Conducts a variety of appropriate evaluations of student performance. Informs students of progress to date periodically and assigns and submits grades by published deadlines. Assists in maintaining a safe and mutually respectful instructional environment. Follows and abides by the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities Policy. Handles / responds to student concerns / complaints and responds to student communications and inquiries promptly (generally within 1-2 days). Maintains professional appearance as defined by the discipline and / or College procedure. Completes all required employee trainings. Knows and enforces FERPA guidelines. Administer ADA accommodations as needed. Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of diverse people, culture, ethnic background, and abilities, to maintain good working relationships across the College. Ability to work with all groups in a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic background of community college students, faculty and staff, including those with disabilities. Other duties as assigned.

All Faculty will maintain an on-site campus presence to encourage in-person relationships and create engaging, meaningful, and impactful learning experiences unless approved for on-line only courses. You are employed as an Adjunct Faculty member / Instructor on a contract-to-contract basis, with no future expectation or obligation for employment. Your employment may be terminated At Will at any time. You are required to maintain professional boundaries with all SLCC students.

Minimum qualifications : Six (6) years full time paid, non-teaching work experience as a journeyman or equivalent level as a welder. May include a maximum of 1 year welding training other than "on-the-job-training". (documentation required) OR Associate Degree in related field with 3 years experience in the industry and 4 years welding experience. Must be a current member of the American Welding Society in good standing. Must be able to read and interpret welding blueprints and know the AWS system of welding symbols. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the following welding processes : Oxy-Acetylene Welding, Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding, Flux Cored Arc Welding; Gas Tungsten Arc Welding.

Preferred Qualifications : Preferred experience teaching in competency-based adult programs. Preferred experience teaching students from diverse backgrounds. Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Ability to work without close supervision in a team with diverse membership. Ability to work within a prescribed curriculum and departmental procedures while maintaining patience, creativity, and cooperative attitude. Basic computer literacy and use, including word processing, internet, and email. Journeyman level welding skills using the most common industrial welding processes. Work in a team environment and support a variety of instructional delivery formats. Current or previous AWS CWI / CWE credentials are not mandatory, but would be a positive attribute. Documentation required.

Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is Utah's largest open-access college in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah's 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 perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation occurs when we can 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 students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education. 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. This position is subject to a successful completion of a criminal background check.