Welding Instructor (Adjunct Faculty Pool)

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Salary: $52.64 - $76.43 Hourly Location: All Campuses, Rogue Community College, OR Job Type: Adjunct Faculty Job Number: 02193 Department: Welding Opening Date: 08/04/2026 Closing Date 6/30/2027 11:59 PM Pacific This is an adjunct faculty pool for teaching in the Welding department. The pool will remain open until June 2027 unless positions are no longer needed. Applications will be reviewed and candidates will be contacted and interviewed as positions become available. Instructor is responsible for the planning and implementation of various welding courses. Instructor is required to create a course syllabus, instruct students in the subject matter in accordance with that syllabus, maintain attendance records, assess student progress and evaluate course work for a letter grade. Instructor will maintain college standards in all aspects of professionalism, record keeping and instruction within the team atmosphere of the computer science department of Rogue Community College. Supervision ReceivedThe Director is responsible for evaluating faculty under procedures developed by the vice president and collaborates with the Dean and Program Coordinator regarding faculty workload, professional growth, retention, and department staffing decisions. Examples of Duties - Essential Functions 1. Instructs students in a classroom, lab or other setting as appropriate in such courses as fundamentals of welding, fabrication and repair, drafting/ blueprint reading, and metallurgy. 2. Prepares, distributes, and utilizes instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other devices as appropriate. 3. Develops, communicates, and utilizes a student assessment process and instruments which are related to the stated objectives of the course. 4. Participates as a team member in departmental meetings and planning activities. 5. Participates in curriculum planning and development as needed. 6. Engages in regular professional growth activity based on the objectives established in an approved professional growth plan. 7. Represents the Welding Department and the college to the community, business, public agencies, and other organizations in a professional manner. 8. Responsible for departmental equipment and provides for the security of facilities and instructional materials as appropriate to the department. 9. Performs other duties as assigned. Screening Criteria Education: An Associate of Science degree in welding, manufacturing or industrial trades, is required. A Bachelor's degree, teaching experience, and certified welder, certified welding inspector, is preferred. Only degrees received from an accredited institution will be accepted: accreditation must be recognized by the office of degree authorization, US Department of Education, as required by ORS 348.609. Final candidate will be required to provide official transcripts for required degree. Experience: Manufacturing processes, welding, and teaching experience at the high school or college level are preferred. Three (3) to five (5) years of direct industry experience is preferred A demonstration of welding competency may be required during the interview. Knowledge of: Industrial welding, fabrication and repair, drafting, and metallurgy to industry standards are required. Computer applications for communication and learning, including, but not limited to word processing, the Internet, multi-media presentations, spreadsheets and database management; curriculum development; the community colleges' mission, role in higher education, and student population; and sensitivity to a diverse student body and its needs. Ability to: Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with respect to diverse students, staff, agencies and community members; ability and willingness to work with non-traditional adult learners as well as teens; incorporate current technology into instruction; demonstrate excitement and enthusiasm in teaching welding; adapt to a variety of teaching situations, including lectures, group activities and individual instruction; participate in the student advising program and college-wide efforts to improve student retention and success; assist in curriculum and program development incorporating current educational theories and research; learn, apply and teach new technologies; work and interact effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators, and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Pass a criminal background check. Licenses: If required to drive on behalf of the college, must possess a valid Oregon Driver License and provide proof of an acceptable driving record. Physical Demands: The physical demands listed below represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions. Manual dexterity and coordination are typically required over 50% of the work day and at times 100% while operating tools and equipment, computers, and other standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach, bend, kneel, stoop, twist, crouch, climb, balance, see, talk, hear, and manipulate objects. The position requires mobility including the ability to lift and/or move materials up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. occasionally. This position requires both verbal and written communication abilities. May also be required to sit for long periods of time in meetings or traveling between counties. Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of

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