Instructor, Welding (Part-Time).

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Instructor, Welding (Part-Time).

Salary

$31.18 - $37.30 Hourly

Location

Multi-Campus, WI

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

2024-04763

Division

Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation Pathway

Department

Welding (442)

Opening Date

03/11/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

Application Requirements

Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Typing "See Resume" in lieu of application completion will not be acceptable. Please make sure to carefully review requirements and submit a complete application describing your experience and providing all required documents to best assess your qualifications. Salary determination will be based on years of credited experience that is listed on the job application only so please include complete work history. Incomplete applications will not be considered. In instances where we are unable to ascertain from a candidates' application material whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Supplemental Information

Unofficial transcripts are required at the time of application. Official transcripts will be required if candidate is selected for the position. Foreign issued degrees, courses, and credits used toward credentialing must be completed at a regionally accredited post-secondary institution in the United States or an equivalent foreign institution. More information on NACES can be found at http://www.naces.org Salary determination will be only based on years of credited experience that is listed on the job application, please include complete work history.

Description

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Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. MATC's diverse team members - 42% of whom are employees of color--work with a purpose to serve the students who make us one of the most diverse two-year institutions in the Midwest. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we shared and committed to eliminating equity gaps in higher education for both students and employees. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who share the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu


Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities


Develops and teaches concepts and strategies for a variety of courses. May require teaching courses at MATC campuses, business, community, other sites, evening, and/or weekends. Under the supervision of the Dean, MCT Pathway, to plan and teach related and shop activities in the welding curriculum to include the areas of layout, blueprint reading, fabrication, oxy-fuel welding and cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, gas metal arc welding, flux-core arc welding with self and gas shielded wires, inspection and testing, and welding math.

  • Prepare for and deliver instruction and perform teaching-related activities.
  • Manage the classroom/laboratory.
  • Develop curriculum and monitor and revise as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness; assist in program/department evaluation.
  • Manage equipment, supplies and materials.
  • Assess student performance.
  • Advise students on academic issues.
  • Collaborate with advisory committee in program/department area.
  • Attend departmental and institutional meetings.
  • Promote the education/training program/department, participate in efforts to recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts to promote educational opportunities at MATC.
  • Support student organizations and activities.
  • Develop relationships with business and industry.
  • Complete program/department evaluation and follow-up.
  • Maintain certification, continue professional development and stay current in field.
  • Other related duties as assigned


Qualifications

Minimum Educational Requirements: 

MUST have at least one of the following to be considered:

  • Associate's degree or higher in a related field OR;
  • 10 years (20,000 hours) of Welding experience OR;
  • Have a state approved registered apprenticeship in one of the following areas: steamfitter, boilermaker, sheet metal, millwright, machine repair or ironworker.

Minimum Occupational Experience Requirement:
Must have 4 years (8,000 hours) of total work experience in Welding:
  • Oxy-fuel welding and cutting
  • Shielded metal arc welding, all positions
  • Gun, tungsten arc welding of aluminum, steel, and stainless-steel material; plasma cutting
  • Flux-core arc welding with self-shielded and gas shielded wires in any diameters
  • Gas metal arc welding with any diameter solid wire, including pulsed arc transfer
  • Read blue-prints and set up parts
  • Interpret welding requirement from symbols on blueprints
  • Quality control experience
  • Inspection and testing
  • Use welding codes and procedures

In addition to the above minimum requirements, at least one of the following must be met:
  • At least one (1) total year of work experience must have occurred within the last five years, OR;
  • At least two (2) total years of teaching Welding (see above) course work at the post-secondary level within the last five years. (One (1) year of teaching experience equivalent to two (2) semesters full-time of four (4) semesters part-time

Industry or Vendor Certification:  

One of the following will be required within two (2) years of employment start date:
  • American Welding Society (AWS)
  • Certified Welding Educator (CWE)
  • Certified Welding Inspector (CW

Preferred but not required to have the following:
  • State of WI weld certifications, and/or Journey level status in an occupational area that is part of the welding trades; steamfitter, boilermaker, sheet metal, or ironworker.

Must embrace and demonstrate Standards of Teaching Excellence and the MATC Career Essentials in development and delivery of instruction:

Standards of Teaching Excellence:
Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success
Classroom Management
Planning/Organization
Content Mastery and Currency
Teaching Methodology
Assessment of Student Learning
Professional Contributions

Essential Technology:

Email - Experience with an Email system (Gmail, Outlook)
Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system
Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite/Google

Essential Supportive Technology:

Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies:
Online Information Management Systems - Experience with INFOnline or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters
Blackboard - Experience with Blackboard or other web-based course - management systems
Technology-based Instruction - Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology
Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (eg. social networking applications)Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (eg. social networking applications)

Excellence through diversity. MATC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. MATC strongly encourages individuals of all backgrounds to apply.
 

Supplemental Information

Start Date:
This position supports the Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation Pathway and is available to start in the fall semester.

Hours:
This position is up to a .5 FTE. Hours, location, and modality are based on enrollment and departmental need. 

Salary:
Salary is listed to the midpoint of the salary range and is based on the 2023/2024 rates and are determined by years of experience credit and internal salary equity.

Interviews
Selected qualified candidates will be invited to the first round of interviews for this position. Information regarding the second round of interviews will be provided to selected candidates who are moved forward.

Applications:
Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Typing "See Resume" in lieu of application completion will not be acceptable. Salary determination will be based on years of credited experience that is listed on the job application only so please include complete work history. In addition, please submit a current resume at time of application. Also, please include unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned. Unofficial transcripts will only be used for the purpose of initial assessment and credentialing. 

EEO/AA
Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.  

Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414-297-6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711)  or email jobs@matc.edu. Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply. 

Employee Benefits at a Glance -  PART-TIME FACULTY/EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT- Part-time employees pay a higher percentage of the premium than full-time employees. 

HEALTH INSURANCE: MATC offers a choice between two medical insurance plans. See below for plan types:
    1- UMR High Level PPO
    2- UMR Low Level PPO

Note: All medical plans include Prescription Drug benefits at no additional costs to employees.

DENTAL INSURANCE:  MATC offers a traditional group dental plan through Delta Dental.

Annual maximum per covered person is $2,500; plan covers preventive, routine, restoration, and orthodontics for dependents up to age 19.

GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: MATC offers group life insurance benefits through Symetra Provident Insurance with active assignment and is fully paid for by the College.  The amount of insurance is $15,000.  The benefit is doubled in the event of accidental death. 

RETIREMENT BENEFITS: If you are employed for greater than 12 months and meet the minimum hours requirement for participation in the WRS pension system, you will be notified of your eligibility. The College currently pays the full cost of the employer contribution (6.8%), and the employee pays the full part of the employee contribution of 6.8% of salary.  There is a five year vesting period requirement in order to qualify for any employer contributions made on the employee's behalf.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING PLANS: MATC offers eligible employees the opportunity to participate in both Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending accounts administered through UMR.

SICK LEAVE BENEFITS: Sick leave is earned based on one times the weekly workload per semester.  The maximum hours accumulation is 640 hours. 

VACATION BENEFITS: Vacation is earned based on the length of service and hours worked each pay period.  (Not available for Instructors)

PAID HOLIDAYS: MATC offers paid/flex holidays based on position.

MATC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution and complies with all requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act.

01
Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Have you included and fully completed the following information on your application?: 1) Education 2) Work Experience 3) Transcripts
  • Yes
  • No
02
Please list days and hours of availability for teaching.
03
Are you able and willing to work in-person onsite at multi-campus locations?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Please select below one or more of the following which best describes your Welding education and/or experience:
  • I have an Associate degree or higher in welding engineering technology or in a closely related field.
  • I have a state approved registered apprenticeship in one of the following areas: steamfitter, boilermaker, sheet metal, millwright, machine repair or ironworker
  • I have at least 10 years (20,000 hours) of Welding experience.
  • None of the above
05
How many years of full-time occupational experience do you have in Welding (Please note: 2 years part-time experience equals 1 year full-time experience)?
  • Less than 4 years
  • 4 to 7 years
  • 7 to 10 years years
  • 10 or more years
06
Do you have at least one year of related occupational work experience that has occurred within the last five years OR at least two years (4 full-time semesters or 8 par-time semesters) of teaching related course work at the post-secondary level within the last five years? Please make sure your answer is able to be validated from your application
  • Yes
  • No
07
Select below if you CURRENTLY have any of the following welding certifications:
  • American Welding Society (AWS)
  • Certified Welding Educator (CWE)
  • Certified Welding Inspector (CW)
  • State of WI weld certifications, and/or Journey level status in an occupational area that is part of the welding trades; steamfitter, boilermaker, sheet metal, or ironworker.
  • None of the above
08
If you don't already have a industry certification, would you be able to obtain one of the following within your first two years of employment: American Welding Society (AWS), Certified Welding Educator (CWE), or a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)?
  • Yes
  • No
09
Do you have direct or related work experience in technical or higher education?
  • Yes
  • No
10
How would you support a diverse student population in acclimating to a new environment for academic success? Please be specific in your answer.
11
(INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY) Please specifically describe how your previous or current duties/experience relates to this position. (External candidates type N/A)

Required Question

Agency
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Address
700 W. State

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53203
Phone
414-297-8960