Associate Faculty - Manufacturing Process Technology (MPT)

Big Bend Community College; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Big Bend Community College invites applications for Associate (part‑time) Manufacturing & Process Technology (MPT) Instructors. The position involves preparing and teaching industrial systems courses for mechanical maintenance technology, mechatronics, and/or manufacturing students in accordance with the Master Course Outline and in consultation with a full‑time faculty member.

BBCC emphasizes a mission to extend post‑secondary access, equity and diversity, and a commitment to providing an

Qualifications

• Three years of professional experience.
• Experience working with diverse workforce/students.
• Experience working with students/workforce from diverse academic, age, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.
• An associate's degree in a relevant field (e.g. mechatronics, manufacturing, maintenance mechanic) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach assigned Mechanical Maintenance, Mechatronics, and/or Manufacturing courses in accordance with the Master Course Outline and in consultation with full‑time faculty members; teaching assignments are based on college needs and may include day, evening, weekend, online, and on or off campus assignments.
• Meet the class times as required by the quarterly schedule
• Assist students with questions related to the course(s) being taught
• Maintain frequent communication with their students.
• Refer students to appropriate college resources as needed.
• Maintain and submit grades and attendance reports to college personnel when required.
• Maintain student course materials for two (2) quarters beyond the quarter of attendance.
• Submit assessment data in consultation with a full‑time faculty member in the department.
• Assist with development, selection, and/or recommend selection of instructional materials for courses being taught.
• Post syllabi quarterly to the portal for each course taught.
• Maintain an educational environment that promotes student learning and success.

Skills

Professional experience

Diversity experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Associate's degree in a relevant field (e.g. mechatronics, manufacturing, maintenance mechanic)

Tools

Industrial automation equipment operation (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, Amatrol, FANUC)

Job description

Big Bend Community College, a rural college serving vibrant, culturally rich communities in the Columbia Basin of Central Washington, invites applications for Associate (part‑time) Manufacturing & Process Technology (MPT) Instructors. This position is responsible to prepare and teach industrial systems courses for mechanical maintenance technology, mechatronics, and/or manufacturing students in accordance with the Master Course Outline and in consultation with a full‑time faculty member.

Big Bend Community College’s organizational strength is captured in our small yet mighty spirit…a small college taking on BIG things to enact BIG change to lift our students and employees. We are dedicated to extending post‑secondary access to all our service district members and providing an environment for all to grow personally and professionally, steered by our mission and vision.

Vision

To become our communities' first choice to dream, learn, and succeed

Mission

• Serve as a Bridge
• Stand as a Leader
• Support for Success

Guiding Principles

• Honor our Role as a Hispanic‑Serving Institution
• Advocate for Equity, Inclusion, & Diversity
• Embrace our Workplace Norms
• Innovate Proactively
• Model Integrity
• Educate All

If you share these values, we encourage you to join the movement happening at Big Bend Community College.
This position is open until filled. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.

• Prepare and teach assigned Mechanical Maintenance, Mechatronics, and/or Manufacturing courses in accordance with the Master Course Outline and in consultation with full‑time faculty members; teaching assignments are based on college needs and may include day, evening, weekend, online, and on or off campus assignments.
• Meet the class times as required by the quarterly schedule
• Assist students with questions related to the course(s) being taught
• Maintain frequent communication with their students.
• Refer students to appropriate college resources as needed.
• Maintain and submit grades and attendance reports to college personnel when required.
• Maintain student course materials for two (2) quarters beyond the quarter of attendance.
• Submit assessment data in consultation with a full‑time faculty member in the department.
• Assist with development, selection, and/or recommend selection of instructional materials for courses being taught.
• Post syllabi quarterly to the portal for each course taught.
• Maintain an educational environment that promotes student learning and success.

Possible Courses

• Mechanical Power Transmission
• Industrial Safety
• Preventive/Predictive Maintenance
• Refrigeration/Air Conditioning
• Industrial Boiler Technology
• PLCs
• Instrumentation
• Machining
• Fluid Power Transmission
• Pumping Hydraulics
• Technical Drawing Interpretation
• National Electric Code
• Industrial Electricity
• Mechatronics

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Three years of professional experience.
• Experience working with diverse workforce/students.
• Experience working with students/workforce from diverse academic, age, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• An associate's degree in a relevant field (e.g. mechatronics, manufacturing, maintenance mechanic, etc.).
• Experience with the operation of industrial automation and robotic equipment (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, Amatrol, Fanuc) and/or systems integration.
• Documented industry training and/or industry‑recognized certifications or the ability to attain them within six months of hire (e.g., NIMS, Allen Bradley, Siemens, Amatrol, FANUC).
• Experience teaching at a community college within the previous three years.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current theory and common practices in the trade and the ability to instruct students on these topics.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the role of the community college in education.
• Experience implementing innovative teaching methods such as inverted instruction, coordinated studies, team teaching, active learning, or computer‑aided instruction.
• Experience with online learning, hybrid courses, and learning management systems.
• Experience working in a team‑teaching environment.
• Able to communicate effectively one‑on‑one, in small groups, and in classroom settings.
• Experience working with non‑traditional students.
• Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency.

This position is open until filled. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.

COMPENSATION

Associate/Part‑Time Faculty receive quarterly contracts. Payment is made on a per credit basis using the structure below:

Step 1 – Associate Faculty newly employed by BBCC with less than two (2) years of post‑secondary teaching experience and less than twelve (12) credits taught as the instructor of record.

• Lecture $987.71/credit
• Lab $1,606.82/credit

Step 2 – Experienced Associate Faculty with more than two (2) years of post‑secondary teaching experience and more than twelve (12) credits taught as the instructor of record.

• Lecture $1,007.46/credit
• Lab $1,638.95/credit

Associate/Part‑Time Faculty earn sick leave on a pro‑rata basis on in‑class hours based upon their percent of full‑time for all part‑time faculty contracts with each academic quarter (fall through spring).

The college provides insurance and retirement benefits in accordance with the applicable statutes and regulations governing Washington State employee benefits, funded through the state and in accordance with the rules and regulations governing the College. The Human Resources Office shall communicate benefit eligibility to all Associate/Part‑Time faculty.

Retirement savings programs such as tax‑sheltered annuities, deferred compensation, and other savings programs are available for eligible employees who apply.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employers. By law, post‑secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete the questions.

Prior to employment, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform the position.

An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the College to sponsor an H‑1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

Official transcripts must be provided to the college upon hire.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Big Bend provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity, and/or grievances to the Executive Director of Human Resources/Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator/Section 504 Coordinator, BBCC 7662 Chanute Street NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837; or via email at [e-mail].

In compliance with state and federal regulations, BBCC is committed to a safe and drug and alcohol‑free campus. Employees are expected to comply with BBCC’s policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notifications of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over‑the‑counter medications that are likely to affect job safety. The complete policy and procedure are available to view on the policies page of the BBCC website. Printed copies of the policy and procedure are available by contacting the Human Resources Office at 509‑793‑2008.

BBCC ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT

BBCC strives to be a safe and secure campus for our students, employees, and community. Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent‑three year period, and other information is available on the Campus Safety and Security page of the BBCC website. If you have questions or would like a printed copy of the materials please contact Campus Safety and Security at 509‑793‑2286.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Big Bend Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, marital status, pregnancy status or families with children, a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C, genetic information, and/or status as a veteran or any other legally protected classification.