General Summary:
The Building Trades Department Chair/Instructor at Salish Kootenai College (SKC) will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing a comprehensive Building Trades Program that meets local and regional communities' educational and workforce needs. This position requires collaboration with various stakeholders, including local school districts, the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT), Job Service, NCCER, industry partners, and the Montana Apprenticeship Office. The Chair/Instructor will be responsible for direct instruction to secondary and post-secondary students, integrating cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices into the curriculum.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Program Development and Implementation:
Collaborate with stakeholders to design a comprehensive Building Trades Program that aligns with the needs of local employers.
Create and offer pre-apprenticeship options, stackable certificates, and educational pathways for high school students leading to careers in construction-related occupations.
Develop and integrate curricula that include both for-credit and non-credit programming, emphasizing hands-on learning and real-world application.
Instruction:
Deliver high-quality instruction in Building Trades subjects, including but not limited to construction math, blueprint reading, construction techniques, and workplace safety.
Use direct instruction, supervision of adjunct faculty, and/or collaboration with existing faculty/staff to Integrate training in the use of laser scanning and remote sensing technologies in construction, renewable energy technologies (HVAC, solar, ground source heat pumps, etc.), tech labor, smart systems, CNC construction, and other sustainable construction practices in both for-credit and non-credit programming.
Be available for non-regular instructional hours to best accommodate secondary and post-secondary educational student learning.
Collaboration and Outreach:
Build and maintain relationships with local school districts, industry partners, and community organizations to ensure the alignment of training with local learner and employer needs, current competencies and skills required for successful entry into the workforce, secure work-based learning opportunities for students, build pathways to employment in local and regional organizations, and promote program enrollment and post-completion placement.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure effective use of resources, alignment with other initiatives and programs (e.g., dual enrollment), and foster interdisciplinary/interdepartmental innovation.
Advisory Board Participation:
Actively participate in relevant professional organizations, boards, and committees to stay informed about local workforce needs and trends.
Convene a Professional Advisory Committee to guide the curriculum development, implementation, iteration, and improvement efforts.
Assessment and Improvement:
Assess student learning outcomes and program effectiveness, utilizing feedback for continuous improvement.
Faculty/Department Chair Responsibilities:
Articulate the department’s annual goals and implementation plans.
Complete and submit syllabi, department annual budgets, and annual reports.
Collect and analyze student performance data.
Recruit, train, and supervise adjunct faculty.
Other related duties.
Professional Development:
Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with industry trends, technologies, and teaching methodologies.
Attend CTE and DE-related workshops, events, and conferences.
Other
Participate in SKC’s in-service days, mandatory trainings, committees, and relevant meetings.
Complete tasks associated with accreditation.
Assist with organizing CTE career exploration events, career fairs, and other programs for high school students, such as SKC Preview Day.
Other duties, as appropriate and necessary.
Qualifications:
Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Education, or a related field is preferred but not required.
Experience: At least seven years of practical construction experience at the contractor level; teaching experience in a relevant field is preferred; experience in program coordination or curriculum development is highly desirable.
Certifications: Relevant industry certifications (e.g., NCCER Instructor Certification, HVAC Certification) are preferred. Must be able to obtain class 1 or 8 teaching certification and pass a background check to work with underage learners.
Knowledge: Strong understanding of building trades, renewable energy technologies, and sustainable construction practices. Familiarity with NCCER standards and apprenticeship programs.
Skills: Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations and stakeholders.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Adjunct Faculty and student interns or externship participants
