Unclassified Employment Opportunities

Position: Electrical Construction Adjunct 
Department: Career and Technical Education
Reports to: Chair of Construction Sciences and Building Trades

Position Summary
The Electrical Instructor plans, supports, and delivers instruction of courses in Electrical Construction. The Instructor also contributes to curriculum development, program assessment, and student advisement activities.

Classes will take place on the Nunez Community College campus in Chalmette, LA. If successful in the role, adjunct instructors will be invited to return in subsequent semesters

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide instruction in both face-to-face and online classes, including preparing and delivering curricula, holding office hours, and supporting and maintaining a positive learning environment
  • Foster student learning, development, and workplace readiness through quality instruction and mentoring/advising activities
  • Participate in assessment at the program, departmental, and college level for ongoing improvement and in relation to special tasks or projects
  • Assist Program Chair with scheduling of Electrical Construction courses and housekeeping in shop areas
  • Serve on two academic committees
  • Other duties as assigned by the Dean of Instruction and/or Provost

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education:

  • Technical Diploma, Associate Degree, or higher in Electrical Construction or a closely related field
  • Extensive industry experience and at least three (3) as a Master Electrician (or completion of recognized apprenticeship program with required experience) can substitute for Associate degree. Exceptions subject to approval of the Program Chair and Dean of Instruction.

Required Experience:

  • At least three (3) years of industry experience with at least two years at the Journeymen Level or higher
  • At least four (4) years of experience as an Electrician

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Demonstrated success in training or education
  • Extensive knowledge of the content area and the ability to teach it effectively
  • Should be prepared to assist in advancing both credit and noncredit training options for students
  • Effective classroom management, including maintaining a positive learning environment
  • Records Management
  • Knowledge and commitment to institutional mission and values and the ability to work with stakeholders across the college to achieve and uphold them

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience:

  • Prior community college teaching experience
  • Experience as a Marine Electrician

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Demonstrated ability to cultivate partnerships with related program industry members and advisory committees
  • Demonstrated ability to develop a variety of effective teaching techniques and assessment methods
  • Ability to promote the use of instructional technology in curriculum delivery
  • Ability to teach evening classes

Application Process

To apply, send cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript/certificate/diploma, and contact information for three professional references to: [email protected] (put Electrical Construction Adjunct in the subject line)

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Incomplete applications will not be forwarded for further review.

The committee will begin the review of applications immediately. All applications are confidential, and any references provided will not be contacted without the expressed authorization of the applicant.

All new hires are subject to a criminal background check, in accordance with Nunez Policy 6.036.

Nunez is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Nunez is also a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
As an executive branch state agency, Nunez Community College is required by La. R.S. 46:2597 to establish annual strategies and goals related to employment of individuals with disabilities. In order to effectively measure and report our progress, La. R.S. 46:2597 requires us to ask employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all employees to update their information at least every five years. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so (if applicable). Your answer will be maintained confidentially. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way. For more information, visit the Office of the State ADA Coordinator’s website.