Instructor/assistant professor of powerline technology

Instructor/Assistant Professor of Powerline Technology Posting Number: P2264Job Title: Instructor/Assistant Professor of Powerline TechnologyStudents Only: NoJob Description Summary: Win With a Career Move to Western. At Western Wyoming Community College, one of America's leading junior colleges, we believe employees are our most valuable resource. We pride ourselves on our inclusive, growth-focused culture and our exceptional benefits package. For full-time employees, here are a few of the amazing benefits we offer: Employer paid contribution of 9.37% to your retirement plan with no waiting period. Who doesn't love free money? We cover 82% of costs related to health, dental and life insurance. Generous leave time to support your work/life balance with paid holidays, sick leave and personal leave. Not to mention, you get winter and summer break off Have you ever wanted to take an art class? Interested in exploring entrepreneurship? FREE tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents makes this dream a reality. We offer Relocation Assistance You may be eligible for up to $5,000 in relocation reimbursement with submission of itemized receipts. Access to amenities like our Children's Center, Hay Library, aquatic center, fitness center, theatre and more. When adventure calls, head out to the Flaming Gorge Reservoir, take a hike around Mustang Loop, surf the local sand dunes, or jump in the car and travel to Salt Lake City, Jackson Hole, or Laramie. For a map of our area, and links to activities and places, view westernwyoming.edu/outsider. See where your career can take you when you come run with the Mustangs

INSTRUCTOR OF POWERLINE TECHNOLOGY PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Provides quality instruction to students in assigned courses in Electric power principles, Lineworker safety, Industry standards, Fall protection, Confined spaces, Emergency response, Measuring equipment, Rigging, Overhead/ underground cable installations, and CDL training.2. Provides quality learning experiences both in the classroom and in the hands-on labs for all students enrolled while maintaining the integrity of the course's standards and objectives. 3. States clear objectives and criteria for each course in the course syllabus; follows the Curriculum Committee's guidelines regarding course syllabi; integrates the appropriate College's learning goals into each course; evaluates students' performance and annually assesses student performance in light of these objectives and criteria. 4. Teaches courses in a variety of environments and modes. Examples include teaching in the evening and weekends in Rock Springs; developing and teaching customized short courses tailored to the needs of local industry; teaching in the standard classroom, lab and through alternative methods, such as internet, or a combination of these methods. 5. Advises students clearly and effectively; learns the requirements for Western graduation and for transfer to other regional colleges and universities. Updates the advising information in the Western Advising Handbook related to his/her curricula at the University of Wyoming and other regional universities. 6. Recommends course schedules to the School Chair; recruits and mentors adjunct instructors as assigned; prepares and updates course outlines; recommends new courses as needed. 7. Designs and implements effective learning processes for students; provides feedback on student improvement in attaining the Western Goals for Student Success. 8. Develops effective working relationships with colleagues. Serves as a resource to the community by being willing to speak to groups, answer specific inquiries, assist with research projects and workshops, locate information and perform other related tasks. 9. Develops good working relationships with professionals in the College's service area in order to solicit cooperation and advises regarding curricular planning, new training opportunities, and other related information to keep the program current and meeting local needs. Organizes and conducts annual and/or semi-annual advisory councils with industry partners to maintain and develop curriculum needs in the industry. 10. Collaborates with the School of Manufacturing & Industrial Technology Chair, the Dean of Outreach and Workforce Development, and the Director of Workforce Development to design courses or training that meets the needs of local industry; meets with training directors or others from local power industry, responding promptly to inquiries by phone or e-mail, and accompanying the Director of Workforce Development, at times, on visits to local powerline operations.11. Recruits traditional-aged students by cooperating with the Director of Admissions, developing relationships with high school instructors, visiting area high schools, encouraging students to attend Western, and promoting the value of the College's technical programs. Visits industry sites to recruit adult students to Western's technical programs. 12. Meets with local power industries both to identify their training needs and to update the powerline curriculum. 13. Maintains and repairs lab/education training equipment and facilities; designs and builds training models as necessary. 14. Maintains a reasonable schedule of office hours that allows on-campus and distance education students to interact and ask questions and that provided time to interact with colleagues, and complete other duties.15. Participates actively in the College's Assessment Program, including Program Review.Minimum Qualifications: INSTRUCTOR OF POWERLINE TECHNOLOGYMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Academic Credentials: • Journeyman Utility Lineman license and four (4) years of professional experience with powerline operations or powerline technologies. Related Degrees: • Electrical engineering, Substation, Powerline Equivalent Experience: • Associate's degree in powerline technology and four (4) years of professional experience with powerline operations or powerline technologies. OR • No degree but has eight (8) years of professional experience with powerline operations or powerline technologies.

1. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, colleagues, local industry, and administrators. 2. Ability to exercise sound judgment in all facets of the student-teacher relationship and to teach a diverse group of community college students. 3. Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills. 4. Evidence of continued professional development.Equivalency StatementFor those who do not exactly meet all the minimum qualifications, an equivalent combination of education and experience which has provided comparable knowledge and abilities may be acceptable.Preferred Qualifications: PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Education Experience, Knowledge, and Abilities) 1. Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field. 2. Experience teaching at a community college. 3. Active participation in relevant professional organizations.Open Date: 02/18/2026Close Date: Open Until Filled: YesSpecial Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial transcripts are accepted for application purposes. Official transcripts are required as a condition of employment.This is a 9 month, faculty position located on the Rock Springs campus. This position's starting salary is $72,000.Estimated Salary: $72,000 - $88,200FLSA: ExemptTo apply, visit: 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-6690d1d8a613d74a82657b5b760db05e