Faculty, Construction Management

Joliet Junior College; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Joliet Junior College is seeking a Faculty member in Construction Management. This tenure-track, full-time position supports the Technical Education department within the Academic Affairs division.

The role involves teaching a variety of courses, online and on-campus, and serving on committees to advance program goals. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management with 5+ years of industry experience, demonstrate commitment to teaching, and contribute to a diverse,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management and 5+ years of related industry experience.
• Advanced knowledge in civil materials, structures, costing, estimating, scheduling, and project management.
• Experience with GPS, Total Stations and drones for instructional purposes.
• Commitment to teaching and learning.
• Ability to work with diverse staff and students with cultural competence.

Responsibilities

• Teach a minimum course load each semester including early morning, day, and evening classes.
• Coordinate with instructors and programs on placements, curriculum, and academic support.
• Participate in course development, assessment, accreditation, and planning.
• Be willing to teach online and/or blended courses.
• Attend departmental meetings and recruitment activities; serve on committees.
• Assist students with academic advising.
• Assist with program responsibilities.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and learning.
• Support the college's mission and values.
• Teach at other campus sites as needed.
• Meet contractual obligations as per faculty contract.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Student advising

Collaboration

Diversity & inclusion

Adapting to online/blended learning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Tools

GPS

Total Stations

Drones

Job description

Position Title: Faculty, Construction Management

Job Description:

POSITION: Faculty, Construction Management

STATUS: Full time, Tenure Track

DEPARTMENT: Technical Education

DIVISION: Academic Affairs

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

UNION: Faculty-AFT Local 604

REPORTS TO: Department Chair

PLACEMENT: Placement on salary schedule is dependent on qualifications.

HIRING RANGE: Base Compensation Hiring Range for 2026/2027 Academic Year: $63,770 - $113,632/annually (9 months).

Compensation placement based on education and related teaching/work experience.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age and background. Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff.

POSITION SUMMARY

Adapt to new and changing situations and demonstrate a positive attitude. Demonstrate respect for students; understand learning styles and apply understanding to institution-related activities; demonstrate integrity and promote diversity and open communications. Fifteen credit hours a semester constitute a standard load. Course assignments may be late afternoon, evening, Saturday, and at branch campuses or satellite centers. Position is subject to all terms and provisions of the Joliet Junior College faculty contract.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1.Teach at least a minimum course load each semester during fall and spring semesters to include early morning classes, day classes and evening classes.
• 2.Work closely with other instructors and special programs and services within the college to determine placements, curriculum, and academic support.
• 3.Participate in course development, assessment, accreditation, and planning activities.
• 4.Be willing to teach online and/or blended courses.
• 5.Participate in appropriate departmental meetings and recruitment activities; serve on committees.
• 6.Assist students with academic advising.
• 7.Assist with or coordinate program responsibilities.
• 8.Demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and learning.
• 9.Demonstrate strong understanding and commitment to the community college mission.
• 10.Teach at other campus sites as needed.
• 11.Meet other contractual obligations as spelled out in the Joliet Junior College faculty contract.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

• 1.Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related discipline AND a minimum of 5 years of related industry work experience in Civil Construction Management, OR a combination of education, training, and tested experience.
• 2.Possess advanced knowledge and experience in civil construction materials, structures, costing, estimating, scheduling and project management.
• 3.Expertise in appropriate technologies for instruction including experience with GPS, Total Stations, Drones, etc.
• 4.Demonstrated commitment to teaching and learning.
• 5.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence.
• 6.Demonstrated commitment to the college's core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation and quality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• 1.Diverse ten-plus (10+) years in civil construction management experience including a wide variety of sizes, types, and scopes.
• 2.Demonstrated experience working with Local Municipalities, Illinois Department of Transportation, and the Illinois Tollway Authority.
• 3.Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois.
• 4.Possess a network of industry companies and professionals to integrate and expand opportunities for program students.
• 5.Experience teaching at the collegiate level.
• 6.Experience with traditional and non-traditional personnel from diverse backgrounds.
• 7.Experience in teaching online and/or using course management programs.
• 8.Experience in course development and assessment, planning, quality and accreditation processes, and committee service.
• 9.English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
• 10.Demonstrated multicultural competence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• 1.Standard classroom equipment and software.
• 2.The ability to work with the materials, tools and equipment in the construction lab.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Classroom and lab teaching environment.

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

Scheduled Hours: 40