Adjunct Instructor - Industrial Process Operator Program

SJC San Juan College; Town of Farmington (WI); Hybrid; USD 7,400 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Free library services

Job summary

San Juan College invites applications for an adjunct/part-time faculty position in the Industrial Process Operator Program. The instructor will deliver classroom and lab instruction, collaborate on curriculum, and manage student assessments, grades, and records.

Remote or hybrid work within NM/AZ/CO/TX may be approved; strong communication and teamwork are essential. A background check is required and prior teaching experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires an associate degree or completion of a 4-year apprenticeship in a technical field.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ work experience in Industrial Process Operations.
• NM Level 1 and 2 certifications for Water/Wastewater preferred.
• Must possess a valid NM driver's license or be able to obtain one.
• Background check required; teaching experience preferred.
• Experience with Canvas LMS; ability to use multiple tech platforms.

Responsibilities

• Instruct classroom and lab sessions for the Industrial Process Operator Program.
• Collaborate with department to develop curriculum and customize training for industry.
• Maintain records of student achievement and submit grades by deadline.
• Prepare and teach courses, deliver lectures and hands-on skill checks.
• Work with a flexible schedule and resolve student issues with the Coordinator.

Skills

Teaching experience

Driver's license

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree

4-year apprenticeship

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

Compensation: San Juan College may approve remote or hybrid work for adjunct employees within New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado and Texas (states subject to change at any time). All requests for remote work must be approved in advance by the Dean and Human Resources. Remote work options for locations outside of the United States are not permitted.

Compensation Type: Non-Exempt Employment Type: Adjunct/Part Time Faculty (Fixed Term) Grade: NE15

Position Summary

• The position will report to the IPOP/MECH Program Coordinator and will be responsible for classroom and lab instruction of students in the Industrial Process Operator Program.
• The instructor will work well in a team environment, sharing responsibilities with other members of the department for program and curriculum development, maintaining a record system for student achievement, and delivering/creating customized training for industry.
• As assigned, prepares and effectively teaches courses to diverse groups of students; delivers lectures, assignments and tests; evaluates and records student performance; teaches hands‑on skills checks.
• Submits grades by deadline.
• The instructor must be self‑motivated and willing to work a flexible schedule.
• Resolves student issues and concerns or consults with and refers to Coordinator.
• Performs related duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of an associate’s degree or the successful completion of a 4‑year apprenticeship in a technical field.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ work experience in the Industrial Process Operations field required. Must be able to answer questions and provide relevant examples based upon prior experiences.
• Level 1 and 2 certifications in the state of NM for Water Treating and/or Wastewater Treating would be preferred.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of New Mexico for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience.
• Experience with traditional face‑to‑face, hybrid and online courses and the ability to use San Juan College’s Learning Management System (Canvas) as well as technology‑enhanced curriculum.
• Access to home internet, a personal computer, and telephone is required.
• Demonstrates skill and willingness to learn and use multiple technology platforms to communicate with students.

Payroll and Benefits

Adjunct faculty are paid biweekly. Adjunct faculty are paid at either $801 per credit hour, or at an hourly rate as applicable. Adjunct faculty teaching one (1) credit class or more are eligible for the tuition waiver benefit. Tuition may be waived for one class, up to four (4) credit hours per semester, and any one (1) credit HHPC Fitness Conditioning class for each semester they are employed. This tuition waiver benefit may be transferred to a qualified family member for the semester they are employed. If transferring to a qualified family member, proof of family status is required (i.e., marriage certificate, affidavit of domestic partnership or birth certificate) and must be verified by Human Resources. Additional benefits available to Adjunct faculty teaching one (1) credit class or more:

• Free Professional Development (technology training; teaching and learning seminars; learning symposiums).
• Free Library Services (CD and DVD checkout; book and periodical checkout).
• 403(b) participation.
• Employee Assistance Program
  • Available 24 /7 – Provides 3 FREE sessions for services such as short‑term counseling and assessments, referrals, prevention/education resources, and crisis intervention
• Voluntary Benefits
  • Allstate/Aflac
  • Liberty Mutual

Adjunct faculty teaching three (3) or more credit hours will have Educational Retirement Board (ERB) contributions withheld each pay period. Contribution rates and retirement eligibility are available on the State of New Mexico Educational Retirement Board website http://www.nmerb.org Adjunct faculty are not medical benefit eligible. State and federal taxes, FICA and social security will be withheld for all adjunct faculty.

Required Documents

The following REQUIRED documents must be submitted with application in order to be considered.

Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume (Required)

Unofficial Transcripts with qualifying degree conferred. (Required)

EEO STATEMENT

San Juan College is dedicated to providing equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic, veteran's status, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

San Juan College serves as a regional leader in education and provides quality education to approximately 10,000 students seeking academic credit and non‑credit programs through face‑to‑face and online classes each year. San Juan College is proud to serve a unique and culturally diverse population.

Nestled in the northwest corner of New Mexico, Farmington is the hub of the Four Corners region and is home to the stunning main campus and four satellite centers of San Juan College. Farmington is located one hour south of Durango, Colorado, three hours northwest of Santa Fe and Albuquerque, and three hours southeast of Moab, Utah. Along with the phenomenal weather, Farmington offers over 50 beautifully maintained city parks and thousands of acres of terrain, enough to satisfy any outdoor enthusiast. Enjoy mountain biking, hiking, boating, skiing, off‑roading and more, or spend time at any of our three rivers and four lakes. Farmington also boasts a superb variety of special cultural events, museums, galleries, and local theater group events year‑round.

Benefits

Below are some of the benefits offered:

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Generous paid leave plans and holiday pay
• Public Employee Pension Plan (NMERB)
• Optional 403 (b) Tax Deferred Annuities, 457 and Roth Plans
• Flex Spending accounts
• Life and Disability coverage
• Employee Wellness Incentives
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition waiver
• Free SJC Gym Membership
• Free Library services

San Juan College is dedicated to providing equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic, veteran's status, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.