FTF Electrician Instructor-Tech College Faculty

Job Description

Electrician Instructors are responsible for teaching various courses as assigned.

We seek instructors who are dedicated to excellence in teaching and who desire to make a difference in the lives of our students. Teaching assignments will be located at the Riverland campus of Albert Lea. The instructor may be assigned to teach in a traditional classroom and lab format and online, hybrid, and interactive television formats. Classes meet during daytime hours.

The candidate must be able to work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and college laboratory assistants in lab settings, demonstrate knowledge of and experience in assessment of student learning outcomes, participate in department meetings, curriculum development, and college-wide committees, and maintain ongoing professional development activities.

Salary Range:

$44,144.00 - $73,690.33

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirement

• Two-year diploma in an electrician program or completion of a registered electrician apprenticeship program.

Occupational Experience Requirement

• Four full-time (or equivalent) years of verified related paid work experience as a licensed electrician in residential and commercial.

Recency Requirement

• One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

Professional Requirement

• State of Minnesota Class A Journeyman Electrician License

Preferred Qualification 

• Industrial and commercial experience.

• PLC experience and data networking, structured wiring.

• Knowledge of electrical circuitry.

• Experience with electrical energy systems, precision agriculture, or manufacturing sectors.

• Iowa Master Electrician License or ability to obtain one.

• Classroom and online teaching experience.

• Good communication, listening, and human relations skills.

• An ability to work with a diverse student body, including multilingual or multicultural and underserved populations.

• Bilingual/multilingual fluent in Spanish, Somali, Karen, Anuak, Nuer, or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities.

• Demonstrated experience working with multicultural and underserved populations.

Other Requirements

A complete online application will include a letter of interest and resume/curriculum vitae.  Please note that the search committee will not review incomplete applications.

This position requires completing employment references and a driver’s license background check.

Minnesota State is unable to sponsor Applicants for work visas.  All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Varies / Monday - Friday

Telework (Yes/No)

No

About

Riverland Community College is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees, students, and the region thrive. Guided by our vision, mission, and values, we provide excellent opportunities for students to reach their academic and career goals. Our values focus on cultivating student growth through service, collaboration, innovation, and respect. We offer a supportive and innovative culture that values individual and team contributions and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Diversity and Inclusion: We are dedicated to continually developing a workforce that mirrors the diversity of our students and communities. We recognize the value of diverse experiences and perspectives, which enhance our ability to serve the people of our region effectively.

Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Commitment: Riverland is an emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution. We welcome candidates who understand HSIs and the Latinx student experience, further enriching our inclusive community.

Student-Centered Education: With small class sizes, personalized instruction, and hands-on learning. Riverland offers student-centered education that empowers individuals to succeed. Our diverse range of credit and non-credit courses caters to various learning modalities.

Program Offerings: With campuses in Albert Lea, Austin, and Owatonna, Riverland offers associate degrees in over 90 career options, liberal arts and sciences, and customized training, providing comprehensive educational opportunities for all.

Community and Quality of Life: Located in southern Minnesota, our region boasts excellent public and parochial education systems, diverse recreational activities for all seasons, and upscale communities that enrich personal and professional lives.

Join Riverland Community College, where dedication to employees, students, and the region drives excellence in education and service.

To learn more about Riverland or Minnesota State, visit www.riverland.edu or www.minnstate.edu.