Instructor, Commercial Building Inspector - Electrician (PT)

Milwaukee Area Technical College; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,104 - 96,432; Part time

Job summary

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is seeking part-time faculty for the 0.5 FTE position in Milwaukee, WI. The role requires a Technical Diploma or higher or Journeyman/Master Journeyman certification, at least five years of related work experience, and teaching credentials as outlined by state code.

The position emphasizes standards of teaching excellence and active engagement with industry partners. The compensation starts at $40 per course hour with additional prep time paid at a higher

Qualifications

• Must have a Technical Diploma or higher in a related field including the trades, Architecture or Civil Engineering OR Current Journeyman or Master Journeyman in any trade.
• Five years of full‑time or equivalent work experience in any trade, Architecture or Civil Engineering.
• Within last five years, at least one year of work experience or two years of teaching residential or commercial building inspector coursework at the post‑secondary level.
• One year of teaching experience equivalent to two semesters full‑time or four semesters part‑time per State guidance.
• Must hold at least one license to teach specified courses (Electrical Inspector license – BLDGIN‑593).
• Embrace MATC's Standards of Teaching Excellence and Career Essentials in delivery of instruction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and deliver instruction and related teaching activities.
• Manage the classroom/laboratory.
• Develop curriculum and monitor course effectiveness; assist in program evaluation.
• Promote the education/training program and participate in recruitment efforts.
• Maintain certification and pursue ongoing professional development.

Skills

Classroom Management

Content Mastery

Assessment of Student Learning

Professional Contributions

Education

Technical Diploma or higher in related field

Journeyman/Master Journeyman license

Tools

Blackboard Ultra

Microsoft Office Suite

Self-Service systems

Email/Outlook

Job description

Overview

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high‑quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four‑year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who share the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and deliver instruction and perform teaching‑related activities.
• Manage the classroom/laboratory.
• Develop curriculum and monitor and revise as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness; assist in program evaluation.
• Manage equipment, supplies and materials.
• Assess student performance and advise students on academic issues.
• Collaborate with advisory committee in program area.
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings.
• Promote the education/training program, participate in efforts to recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts to market MATC.
• Support student organizations and activities.
• Develop relationships with business and industry.
• Complete program evaluation and follow‑up.
• Maintain certification, continue professional development and stay current in field.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

• Must have Technical Diploma or higher in a related field including the trades, Architecture or Civil Engineering OR Current Journeyman or Master Journeyman in any trade.
• Per Higher Learning Commission Determining Qualified Faculty Assumed Practice B.2.

Occupational Experience:

• Must have a minimum of five years full‑time or equivalent (10,000 hours) of work experience in any trade, Architecture or Civil Engineering.
• In addition, one of the following must be met:
  • At least one (1) year of work experience must have occurred within the last five (5) years.
  • Two years of teaching residential or commercial building inspector coursework at the post‑secondary level within the last five years.
• One (1) year of teaching experience equivalent to two (2) semesters full‑time or four (4) semesters part‑time per State of Wisconsin Legislature Administrative Code TCS3 3.04.

Industry or Vendor Certification – Licensure:

• Must have at least one of the following licenses to teach the following courses: Electrical Inspector license – BLDGIN‑593.

Must embrace and demonstrate Standards of Teaching Excellence and the MATC Career Essentials in development and delivery of instruction.

Standards of Teaching Excellence:

• Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success
• Classroom Management
• Planning/Organization
• Content Mastery and Currency
• Teaching Methodology
• Assessment of Student Learning
• Professional Contributions

Essential Technology:

• Email – Experience with an Email system (Gmail, Outlook)
• Telephone – Experience with a voice mail system
• Computer – Experience with Microsoft Office Suite/Google

Essential Supportive Technology: Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies:

• Online Information Management Systems – Experience with Self‑Service or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters.
• Blackboard Ultra – Experience with Blackboard or other web‑based course‑management systems.
• Technology‑based Instruction – Experience with technology‑based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology.
• Emerging Technologies – Experience with emerging technologies (e.g. social networking applications).

Supplemental Information

Start Date: This position supports the Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation (MCT) Pathway and is available to start as soon as January 2026.

Hours: This position is a 0.5 FTE; the number of hours worked per week will vary based on course load. Work is conducted during scheduled course hours, Monday‑Friday.

Application Materials (Anything required to determine credentialing):

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts

Salary: Beginning in the fall of 2024 the starting hourly wage for all part‑time faculty is $40 per course hour of teaching. Part‑time faculty are also compensated for an additional 45 minutes of time for each hour of instruction to cover office hours and prep time which is equivalent to $70 per hour. This starting hourly wage of $40 an hour is non‑negotiable unless market conditions dictate otherwise.

Interviews: Selected candidates will be invited to virtually interview for this position and will be notified via email.

EEO: Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law. Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414‑297‑6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email [e-mail].