AVTEC Instructor: Maritime Department Head (PCN 07-4576)

State of Alaska; Seward (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Alaska AVTEC seeks an experienced instructor to lead the Alaska Maritime Training Center (AMTC). The role focuses on planning, developing, and delivering high‑quality maritime training using simulators and a modern training environment.

The incumbent will supervise six full-time instructors, work with an advisory board and grant initiatives, and participate in AVTEC leadership. Travel to remote locations may be required; background checks are standard.

Qualifications

• Four years of journey-level trade experience in the applicable field.
• Bachelor's degree plus two years of journey-level trade experience and two years professional experience developing/adult training is required.
• Industry certification plus two years journey-level trade experience and two years training experience may meet minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, development, and delivery of training programs for AVTEC's maritime tracks.
• Lead the Alaska Maritime Training Center (AMTC) and supervise six full-time instructors plus adjuncts and advisory board.
• Coordinate budget, staffing, and use of simulators and training technologies; contribute to AVTEC leadership.

Skills

Education & Training

Leadership

Oral Communication

Written Communication

HR Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in applicable field

Industry recognized professional certification

Job description

ATTENTION ALL APPLICANTS!

The Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Division of AVTEC, is recruiting for a Maritime Instructor/Dept. Head located in Seward! No Cover Letter Required!

This position is in the Alaska Vocational Technical Teacher's Unit (AVTECTA).

What You Will Be Doing:

Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC), a division of the Department of Labor and Workforce Development, is recruiting for an AVTEC Instructor who will serve as an instructional subject matter expert, and the leader of the Alaska Maritime Training Center (AMTC). Responsibilities include oversight of planning, development, and delivery of training programs, and optimizing use of assessment and training technologies such as the fire trainer and full mission bridge simulator. Provides direct supervision of six full-time Instructors, several adjunct instructors, as well as a maritime advisory board, grant initiatives and special projects, and serves on the AVTEC leadership team.

Our Mission, Values, And Culture:

The Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC) trains Alaskans for work in the trades. Our motto is "start a career in less than a year" and the mission is to deliver flexible, accessible and affordable workforce training that is responsive to the dynamic needs of business and industry and service Alaska's diverse communities. The mission is realized through our day to day operations where staff and instructors collaborate to ensure the success of AVTEC students in completing training and securing employment post training. We live by and model the core values of professionalism, respect, accountability, citizenship, and inclusion in all we do to help Alaskans gain skills, secure employment, and succeed in life.

Benefits Of Joining Our Team:

The greatest benefit of being an instructor at AVTEC is that you will see how your work changes the lives of students enrolled in training by preparing them to be accomplished and skilled individuals ready to work in less than one year. In this position, you will use your teaching and curriculum development skills to help students gain knowledge and build competencies in new areas. As a member of the staff at a division of the State of Alaska, you are employed by the State of Alaska and as such are offered paid leave accrual, retirement and health benefits. The nature of the calendar year at AVTEC provides opportunity to travel to remote locations to bring training to Alaskans. You and your dependents have access to AVTEC recreational facilities and AVTEC tuition waivers are available for your dependents for training.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

AVTEC is located in Seward, a small and friendly community situated at the head of Resurrection Bay, surrounded by mountains. Amenities like coffee shops, retails stores, and restaurants are all within walking distance from any AVTEC campus and beautiful nature trails and a great walking/bike path is just steps away from the office door. The working environment and culture is friendly, flexible, and supportive and we believe in a healthy work/life balance and provide opportunity to pursue that daily.

Who We Are Looking For:

• Education and Training: Knowledge of teaching, training, research, making presentations, lecturing, testing, and other instructional methods.
• Leadership: Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations.
• Oral Communication: Makes clear and convincing oral presentations. Listens effectively; clarifies information as needed.
• Written Communication: Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
• Manages Human Resources: Plans, distributes, and monitors work assignments; evaluates work performance and provides feedback to others on their performance.

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of journey-level trade experience in the applicable field.

Or Substitution:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in the applicable field;
• AND
• Two years of journey-level trade experience in the applicable field;
• AND
• Two years professional experience developing, coordinating, and presenting adult training or vocational education programs.

Or Substitution:

• An industry recognized professional certification in the applicable field;
• AND
• Two years of journey-level trade experience in the applicable field;
• AND
• Two years professional experience developing, coordinating, and presenting adult training or vocational education programs.

Special Note

Positions in the AVTEC Instructor job class require expertise in a particular vocational field such as the culinary arts, business or office technology, applied technology, information technology, maritime operations or safety, medical services, construction, or the trades. The required training or experience for each position is unique to the assigned field of instruction. Recruitment and selection for these positions will be from among only those candidates who have the appropriate specialty background identified in the recruitment bulletin.

Additional Required Information

• PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS & INFORMATION CAREFULLY

Ongoing Posting Notice

The applicant pool(s) for this position will be reviewed regularly for qualified applicants. This recruitment may be closed early if a qualified applicant is found before the closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

Driver’s License Requirement

Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.

Special Notice

The successful candidates must pass a comprehensive background investigation, which includes a criminal history check.

This Position Also Requires The Following:

• The ability to complete a U.S. Coast Guard approved Train the Trainer course.
• The ability to work with diverse industry stakeholders including pilot organizations, vessel operators and owners, US Coast Guard, harbor and port authorities, and other training institutions.
• Management of department budget and staffing. Provides input to administration regarding the current and future funding, space, and equipment needs for the AMTC; monitor budget expenditures monthly.
• Outreach to various primary, secondary, and post-secondary educational institutions, as well as Alaskan and national maritime industry representatives to expand AVTEC's presence in the industry, and recruit new students.
• Development and management of course schedules and all space and equipment necessary for annual training schedule, simulator use, and training as demand warrants to ensure efficient staffing and use of training resources and instructional technologies.
• Management of contract training arrangements, ensuring the contract training is cohesive with scheduled programs, and facilitating use of classroom/conference room space, catering, accommodations, etc.
• Evaluating performance and apply coaching for performance improvement and enforce disciplinary action as warranted.
• Maintaining maritime advisory committee composed of at least two of the three members external to the institution.
• Record keeping of National Maritime Center Course approvals, audits, and course renewal timelines.
• Not required, but preferred: Experience with developing, drafting, editing, or submitting updates on United States Coast Guard training courses.

Salary Information

Starting salary is dependent on qualifications and experience, State of Alaska policy, Location, and Collective Bargaining Agreement(s).

Documents Required at the Time of Interview

• A list of three (3) professional references, one of which should be your most recent supervisor, including name, job title, employer, and current phone number(s).
• A copy of your last three (3) performance evaluations, or two (2) letters of reference if evaluations are unavailable.

Legal Employment

The State’s online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function in the role as an employer sponsor.

Education

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts must be attached at the time of application or submitted to the contact information below prior to the close of recruitment. If you’re unable to attach to your application, email it to the contact provided in the job posting. If email is not an option, please call the contact person to obtain a fax number.

Special Instructions For Foreign Education

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is