TERM INSTRUCTOR - OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH TECHNOLOGY POOL

Del Mar College Testing Center; Corpus Christi, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Del Mar College seeks a TERM INSTRUCTOR in OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH TECHNOLOGY to educate and train OSHT students for oil and gas industries. The role combines lecture and lab instruction with mentoring as students begin careers in the field.

The instructor will teach safety within oil, gas, and transportation sectors, and may require evening or additional teaching hours as needed. This is a security-sensitive, continuous pool position with potential for various assignments.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health Technology (OSHT) or related field with 3 years’ experience (or an Associate’s with 6 years’ experience).

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans and teaching aids (e.g., PowerPoint).
• Use varied teaching methods to meet diverse student backgrounds and course outcomes.
• Provide a clear syllabus following guidelines, outlining expectations and assessment methods.
• Teach courses at various times/locations as needed.
• Maintain attendance and academic records; assign final grades.
• Evaluate student progress toward course outcomes and align with program standards.
• Engage in self-evaluation and professional development.
• Support in advising, recruitment, and college activities.

Skills

Crane

Rigging

HAZWOPER

Accident Investigation

Scaffolding

Excavation

Forklift

Confined Space Entry & Rescue

Hydrogen Sulfide Safety

Education

OSHT degree or related field

Job description

TERM INSTRUCTOR - OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH TECHNOLOGY POOL

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill temporary TERM Instructor assignments on an as-needed basis. Departments or Divisions will refer to the POOL of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview. AN APPLICATION IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR, AT WHICH TIME APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill temporary TERM Instructor assignments on an as-needed basis. Departments or Divisions will refer to the POOL of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview. AN APPLICATION IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR, AT WHICH TIME APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number F0193

This position is open to

This position is open to Open to All Applicants

Job Title

Job Title TERM INSTRUCTOR - OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH TECHNOLOGY POOL

Position Title/Rank

Position Title/Rank TERM INSTRUCTOR - OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH TECHNOLOGY

Department

Department Public Service Education

Position Type

Position Type Faculty

Employment Status

Employment Status Term

Salary Minimum - $60,523.00 per 9 months

Open Date

Open Date 11/10/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Effective Date of Employment

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this position is to educate and train competent Occupational Health and Safety Technology personnel for oil and gas industry related companies. This position will accomplish this by teaching both lecture and lab components along with mentoring students as they enter and navigate through the industry during their career. This position requires safety instruction/teaching within the oil, gas and transportation industry.
This position may require teaching at night or other times as needed.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Familiarity with the following:

• Crane
• Rigging
• Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response ( HAZWOPER )
• Accident Investigation
• Scaffolding
• Excavation
• Forklift Operation
• Confined Space Entry & Rescue
• Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Safety Awareness

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health Technology ( OSHT ) or related field and three (3) years of experience.
OR
Associate’s degree with six (6) years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to teach and communicate with students of varied multicultural backgrounds.
Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies and methods which enhance student success. Knowledge of a learning college and/or knowledge of learning communities.
Experience teaching college level online courses and/or documented successful training in a college online learning management system (e.g. Blackboard, Canvas).

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Del Mar College supports veteran employment and provides consideration to qualified veterans consistent with Texas law. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Our Culture

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III : Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Developing lesson plans and appropriate aids (e.g. PowerPoint).
Developing and using a variety of teaching methods and materials to assist students who have differing educational and experiential backgrounds in meeting the course outcomes.
Providing students with a written and accessible course syllabus that follows the Course Syllabus Guidelines and facilitates a clear understanding between student and instructor of the content, goals, requirements, expectations, evaluation methods and schedule of work.
Teaching assigned courses in a variety of times and locations in response to institutional need.
Meeting professional assignments in accordance with the College calendar.

Job Duty

Maintaining attendance records.
Maintaining a classroom environment that promotes teaching and learning.
Making continuous efforts to advance the quality of instruction.
Assisting in development of standardized Program examinations.
Maintaining academic records of students.
Assigning Final Grades.

Job Duty

Evaluating students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course outcomes within the College grade and grade appeals procedures.
Maintaining appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community.
Review, evaluate, and revise assessments of program and institutional student learning outcomes and program practices to bring about action plans devised to implement systemic improvement in programs and assure compliance with professional standards, state-mandated guidelines, and requirements of business/industry and higher education.

Job Duty

Participating in the self-evaluation process.
Establishing goals and objectives which may include personal and professional development plans in consultation with the department chair.
Maintaining professional standards of competence in the discipline and teaching methodology through professional development/engagement activities.

Job Duty

Assisting in academic advising of declared majors. Assist with marketing programs and recruiting students. Serve on committees.
Accepting special assignments occasionally.
Participating in scheduled institutional activities which include convocation and graduation ceremonies.
Participating in department, divisional, and College meetings.
Participating in College-related activities such as registration and selection of faculty.

Job Duty

Participating in activities required to maintain program and College accreditation standards.
Participating in the College planning process by assisting in the formulation of goals and objectives and budget priorities.
Participating in business and/or community activities that promote the mission of the College.

Job Duty

Adhere to Program and Del Mar College policies.
Holding scheduled, posted virtual or physical office hours of at least one (1) hour daily and be available for and encourage conferences with students so there is a clearer understanding of the students’ work and the possibility of improvement.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have an Associate’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health Technology (OSHT) or related field and three (3) years of experience.*OR *Associate’s degree with six (6) years of experience.
  • Yes, I have an Associate’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health Technology (OSHT) or related field and three (3) years of experience (Submission of Transcripts required).
  • Yes, I have an Associate’s degree with six (6) years of experience (Submission of Transcripts required).
  • No, I do not have the related education and/or work experience.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As provided by law, Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.