Instructor - Industrial Engineering jobs in Atlanta, GA

Lanier Technical College – Hall/Barrow County campuses (www.laniertech.edu) is conducting a search for the following full-time, salaried, FLSA-exempt, benefit-eligible GRANT-FUNDED position.  NOTE:  A background check and professional reference check are part of the selection process. Please contact Human Resources at 770-533-6903 or cantrell@laniertech.edu if any assistance/accommodation is needed in the application/interview process.

POSITION:                FULL TIME INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY / MECHATRONICS INSTRUCTOR          

REPORTS TO:           Dean of Advanced Technology & Engineering

SALARY:                   Low $70’s depending on education and qualifications

EFFECTIVE:             This position is available now

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under general supervision, responsibilities include the following:

·         Develop program and course outlines, goals, and objectives. 

·         Prepare lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited technology courses.

·         Develop syllabi to meet program and school objectives.

·         Evaluate student progress in attaining goals and objectives.

·         Request and maintain supplies and equipment, and prepares required budget requests.

·         Maintain program certification requirements, as appropriate.

·         Prepare and maintain all required documentation and administrative reports.

·         Attend required staff development training, workshops, and seminars.

·         Ensure safety and security requirements are met in the training area.

·         Meet with students, staff members and other educators to discuss students' instructional programs and other issues impacting the progress of the students.

·         Assist with program recruitment, student retention and student job placement efforts. 

·         Conduct bi-annual program industry advisory committee meetings.

·         Work with local advisory committee to identify equipment to support training in the areas of advanced manufacturing and artificial intelligence as related to the food processing industry.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Associates degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial systems technology, mechatronics, advanced manufacturing, mechatronics, or related field from a regionally accredited college or university;

·         Three (3) years of work experience in a position related to industrial technology, mechatronics, advanced manufacturing or related field. 

·         Must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the courses assigned.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

·         Ability to work flexible hours and teach at multiple campuses as needed;

·         Knowledge of pedagogical practice and theory;

·         Knowledge of academic course standards, and LTC’s academic programs;

·         Knowledge of the mission of postsecondary technical education;

·         Skilled in the operation of computers and job-related software programs;

·         Effective oral and written communication skills, decision-making, and problem-solving skills;

·         Ability to handle administrative responsibilities related to teaching courses, data collection, & reporting for licensing and accreditation agencies and the College;

·         Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, positive attitude and professional attire;

·         Skill in the preparation and delivery of classroom content;

·         Skill to work and communicate cooperatively with students, faculty, and staff.

·         Ability to develop curriculum and successfully deliver courses in the following areas:

o   Basic electrical and mechanical concepts

o   Programmable Logic Controllers

o   Robotics & Automation

o   Advanced Manufacturing Processes and Artificial Intelligence (special emphasis on the food processing industry)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (in addition to minimum qualifications and competencies):

·         More than three (3) years of work experience in a position related to advanced manufacturing.

·         Previous teaching experience in a post-secondary environment.

·         Previous online teaching or training experience including the use of video capture tools.

State of GA benefits include: A choice of retirement plans (Georgia State Employees’ Pension and Savings Plan or Teachers’ Retirement System), health and flexible benefits insurance options, sick leave and annual leave accruals (10 hours each monthly), and 13 paid state holidays.

As set forth in its student catalog, Lanier Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator:  Nancy Beaver, 770-533-7000, nbeaver@laniertech.edu

Section 504 Coordinator:  Veronica Bowermaster, 770-533-7003, vbowermaster@laniertech.edu

NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Lanier Technical College is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify. Lanier Technical College Federally-Issued User ID: 46367 Date of Authorization: 3/28/2007 

It is the obligation of Lanier Technical College to ensure orderly operation, to protect the rights of all members of the LTC community, to prohibit acts which materially and substantially interfere with legitimate educational objectives, or interfere with the rights of others and to take disciplinary action where conduct adversely affects the College’s pursuit of its educational objectives. To this end, LTC complies with the Title II of Public Law 101-542, Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act – also known as the "Jeanne Clery Act." The Act requires that the College make available the report of campus crime statistics for the previous fiscal year by October 1st each year. The most recent LTC Campus Safety and Security Report is available at www.laniertech.edu. You may also request a paper copy from the Lanier Technical College Police Department located in the Breeden-Giles building on the Hall County Campus, 2535 Lanier Tech Drive, Gainesville, GA 30507.