Electrician Faculty Full-Time

Jackson College; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson College seeks a full-time Electrician Faculty member to deliver hands-on instruction in electrical systems and related trades, across on-campus and online formats. The role emphasizes industry-aligned teaching, curriculum development, and leadership in program reviews.

The successful candidate will collaborate with industry partners, advise committees, and ensure safety standards and codes are reflected in coursework to prepare students for licensure and skilled employment.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to teach hands-on electrical labs and lectures.
• Experience aligning instruction with NEC codes and safety standards.
• Ability to assess student learning and provide actionable feedback.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in electrical systems, wiring, circuits, motors/controls across multiple formats.
• Deliver hands-on, lab-based instruction aligned with real-world electrical applications.
• Maintain safe learning environments in labs and classrooms.
• Develop and update curriculum reflecting industry standards and employer needs.
• Coordinate with the Perkins Grant Coordinator for annual reporting needs.
• Engage with industry partners and advisory boards to keep programs current.
• Support dual enrollment and articulation partnerships with secondary schools.

Skills

Lab safety

Student engagement

Communication

Curriculum development

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Technology

Licensed Electrician (Journeyman or Master)

Job description

DescriptionSUMMARYThe Electrician Faculty member is a full-time instructional position responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences in electrical and related electronic programming. This role emphasizes hands-on, industry aligned instruction that prepares students for careers as electricians or related electrical trades. The faculty member will support program development, program review and manage industry advisory committees. This position must maintain strong connections with industry partners and contribute to curriculum design that reflects current electrical codes, safety standards, and workforce needs. Teaching assignments may include on-campus and online environments. A commitment to academic excellence, instructional innovation, and student success is essential.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach courses in electrical systems, wiring, circuits, motors/controls, and related areas across multiple delivery formats (lab, lecture, hybrid, and flex).
• Deliver hands-on, lab-based instruction aligned with real-world electrical applications.
• Staying current with industry codes and instructional best practices.
• Develop and assess student learning using performance-based and competency-based approaches. Provide timely, actionable feedback to support student profession and mastery.
• Maintain safe and effective learning environments in labs and classrooms.
• Develop and update curriculum and course materials that reflect industry standards and employer needs, with an emphasis on skill development and workforce readiness.
• Complete course and program reviews, and coordinate with the Perkins Grant Coordinator for annual reporting needs.
• Integrate teaching strategies that promote student engagement, critical thinking, and real-world application, including scenario-based learning, case study analysis, and active discussion.
• Support dual enrollment and articulation partnerships with secondary schools and technical education providers.
• Participate in the assessment of student learning outcomes and contribute to program-level review and improvement efforts.
• Engage in regular communication and collaboration with industry partners, advisory boards, and regional stakeholders to ensure program relevance and foster workforce connections.
• Participate in college governance, professional development, and student success initiatives.
• Ensure all program documents (e.g. catalog, guide sheets, admission information, handbooks and web site) are current and accurate.
• Assists in the Department scheduling, staffing and budget planning process to efficiently utilize the college's resources.
• Responsible for understanding, supporting and actively demonstrating the College’s beliefs, values, mission and vision and being in agreement to be evaluated by same.

CONTACTS AND PURPOSE OF CONTACTS

Internal: Students, Faculty, Staff, and Administration

External: Industry experts, industry partners, vendors and advisory committee members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology AND Licensed Electrician (Journeyman or Master Electrician) and minimum 3 years of industry experience. OR
• Current licensed electrician (Journeyman or Master Electrician) and minimum 6 years of recent industry experience.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Knowledge of:

• National Electrical Code (NEC), and electrical safety standards.
• Residential, commercial, and/or industrial electrical systems.

Ability to:

• Develop curriculum, demonstrate proper safety, assess student performance, and maintain lab equipment. They must possess strong communication, technical expertise, and the ability to prepare students for industry certification.

The knowledge, skills and abilities required are often obtained by completing a degree or relevant certifications from an electrical program or apprenticeship and working 3-5 years in a related position or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required lift, bend, kneel and stand for extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIROMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supplemental Information

The Jackson College Nepotism policy prohibits hiring of a relative or someone with a familial relationship to work in the same instructional department, office or administrative unit of the College including spouse, child, stepchild, parent, stepparent or sibling of the employee or spouse, aunt, uncle, niece/nephew, grandparent, grandchild, and members of the same household including domestic partner.

The College reserves the right to request proof of degree or certification at a later date if these documents are required as part of the qualifications for the position. Official transcripts for all degrees earned will be required for teaching positions.

Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background as part of the employment process.

If selected you will be required to complete the US Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Eligibility Verification form I-9 and provide documentation verifying identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Jackson College is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.

A copy of Jackson College's Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report is available on the JC Campus Safety & Security website. The security report contains crime statistics for the previous three years for all of our campus locations and the annual fire safety report, which contains statistics for any reported fires in campus housing units and fire safety systems in these buildings. Additionally, the report contains policies, available resources and information concerning personal safety, fire safety and reporting procedures for both crimes and fires.

Applicants have rights under Federal employment laws. Jackson College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.