FT Instructor - Construction Technology

Butler County Community College; El Dorado (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employer contribution toward health/dental insurance

Employer paid life insurance

Employer paid LTD insurance

KPERS retirement

Generous paid time off

Butler tuition exemption

Job summary

Butler County Community College is seeking a full-time Construction Technology faculty member to teach at the El Dorado Correctional Facility. The role involves delivering curriculum and assessment while actively engaging with local industry partners to ensure program relevance and support.

Candidates should have an associate degree in construction technology or five years of related industry experience and be committed to teaching a diverse student population.

Benefits include health insurance contributions, life and LTD insurance, retirement plans, and tuition exemptions.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of safety standards relevant to modern construction.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain appropriate industry credentials.
• Ability to instruct a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Teach construction technology and related courses.
• Engage with local industry partners for program relevance.
• Participate in professional organizations and departmental committees.

Skills

Knowledge of construction technology principles

Ability to build and maintain relationships

Commitment to student-centered teaching

Basic computer and technology skills

Clear communication skills

Professional development participation

Education

Associate degree in construction technology or related field

Five years of related industry experience

Job description

Job Summary

The full‑time Construction Technology faculty member is responsible for teaching a minimum of 30 credit hours per year in Construction Technology and related disciplines at the El Dorado Correctional Facility (EDCF). Instructional responsibilities include classroom and laboratory teaching, curriculum delivery, assessment of student learning outcomes, and integration of current industry standards and practices with pedagogy.

The position requires active engagement with local business and industry partners to ensure program relevance, support workforce development initiatives, and promote student employment opportunities. The faculty member will participate in program advisory committees and collaborate with employers to identify workforce needs and emerging trends within the construction industry.

The faculty member will serve on college committees and engage in local, state, regional, and national professional organizations as appropriate. Additional responsibilities may include participation in program review, accreditation, assessment, and continuous improvement efforts in alignment with institutional goals and the mission of the community college.

Butler Community College can arrange a tour of the correctional facility for interested applicants. Applicants can email [e-mail] to arrange a tour.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of construction technology principles, practices, tools, materials, and safety standards relevant to modern construction trades.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain appropriate industry credentials and certifications, including National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certifications, as may be needed by the program or college.
• Ability and commitment to build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with industry partners, advisory boards, employers, and workforce agencies to support student learning, curriculum relevance, and job placement.
• Commitment to student‑centered teaching, including the ability to effectively instruct a diverse student population with varying academic, cultural, and professional backgrounds.
• Willingness to work with requirements set forth by the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) and the El Dorado Correctional Facility (EDCF).
• Basic computer and technology skills, including the ability to use learning management systems (CANVAS), email, word processing, spreadsheets, and instructional technologies.
• Willingness to participate in departmental, divisional, and college‑wide committees, meetings, professional development activities, and accreditation or assessment processes.
• Understanding of and willingness to fulfill faculty responsibilities, including curriculum development, assessment of student learning outcomes, maintaining required records, and adherence to college policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing, with students, colleagues, administrators, and external partners.
• Participation in a minimum of 20 hours of professional development activities annually.

Applicants may be requested to authorize the College to procure one or more consumer reports for employment purposes.

We regret that the College is unable to sponsor employment visas or consider individuals on time‑limited visa status.

Required Experience

Three years of full‑time construction industry experience.

Required Educational Background

Associate degree in construction technology, carpentry, or related field, OR five years (10,000 hours) minimum related industry experience.

Benefits

• Generous employer contribution toward health/dental insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid LTD insurance
• KPERS retirement
• Generous paid time off (sick, personal, professional, and holidays)
• Butler tuition exemption (self and immediate family)
• Supplemental insurance coverages (employee paid)