Welders Jobs in Riverton, Wyoming

Welding Program Director/Instructor

Salary: Depends on QualificationsLocation : RivertonJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 202300135Department: Business & IndustryOpening Date: 05/23/2025Additional Information: This position description is not intended, and should not be construed, to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required.Description Internal Applicants only at this time.Position SummaryInstructional faculty has the important responsibility of creating an innovative learning environment both inside and outside the classroom to inspire success and excellence in student learning. Instructional faculty members are also expected to adhere to professional standards and ethics. Examples of Duties Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProgram DirectorCoordinates and oversees all aspects of the Welding programCoordinates activities related to the development, improvement, and evaluation of curriculumDevelops and maintains satisfactory partnerships with community groups and appropriate, local, state, regional, and national organizationsApproves the selection of textbooks and other instructional material for all coursesManages department faculty and staff, including providing necessary program orientation and conducts regular staff meetings ensuring strong communication among program faculty and staffMaintains active certification and administers AWS certification exams in accordance with official guidelinesInstructorTeach various Welding courses and associated labs.Provide an outcomes-based and interdisciplinary focused curriculum.Instructional competency including knowledge of welding well as an ability to evaluate student progress.Be student focused.Works with CWC's Admissions Department to recruit students into CWC's welding program in particular and all programs.Participate in community outreach efforts as needed or desired.Use innovative pedagogies and emerging technology to enhance learning.Promote a collaborative learning environment that extends beyond the traditional classroom.Keep current on degree requirements in order to advise students majoring in Welding.Assist in department and program budget development and compliance.Actively participate in annual and five year academic program review(s) including assessment of student learning at the course, program and institution levels.Revise curriculum offerings as needed.Works with CWC BOCHES and high school welding teachers to offer concurrent and/or dual credit courses within the CWC service area.Participates in college and university articulation conferences as required and attends department and division meetings.Share student information with other faculty and counselors when deemed appropriate, including progress reports, attendance records, etc.Post and maintain office hours.Represents division on college committees as required.Performs other reasonable or related duties as directed. Typical Qualifications Position Specifications and Minimum QualificationsEducationBachelor's degree in welding or directly related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education.ExperienceThree years of directly related experience, preferably in a higher education setting.Licenses/CertificationsAWS Instructor certification and/or other equivalent industry credentials.Equivalency StatementEquivalent combinations of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired may be considered on a case-by-case basis.Desired QualificationsPrior welding experience in pipeline welding, oil/gas welding industry, railcar repair welding, or small business shop welding.Professional working relationships with local welding industry.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of discipline taught.Knowledge and understanding of curriculum development and assessment.Knowledge of various instructional pedagogies and technologies that enhance attainment of student learning outcomes.Commitment to exploring nontraditional approaches to education a comprehensive community college atmosphere.Knowledge of CWC policies, procedures and practices.Excellent knowledge and demonstrable ability to use personal computer software, preferably Microsoft applicationsPossess excellent oral and written communication skills.Ability to relate to a broad range of students.Ability to promote a positive atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation both with the college and the community.Ability to organize, prioritize and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion within established deadlines.Ability to maintain confidentiality and to effectively identify and resolve problemsAbility to teach using technology in the classroom.Ability to maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues and supervisors.Ability to relate with a diverse population in a professional, helpful manner and be a team player.Ability to perform administrative/clerical duties such as: technical telephone usage, copying documents, learning new software programs, integrating Learning Management System into on-site and online classes, entering data-ex. grades, retentionAbility to apply communications skills in the areas of composing, editing, listening, presentationsLevel of SupervisionPlans own time to meet predetermined schedules; work is subject to general supervision and review. Follows general instructions and directions and makes recommendations for own work and department area. Has some freedom of choice in approach to problems, methods of operations and the setting of goals and objectives.Working EnvironmentReasonable accommodation will be extended to otherwise qualified individuals with a legally recognized disability.Equipment UsedPerformance of work requires operating a PC Computer, laptop, and other related instructional technology.Physical RequirementsSedentary work, up to ten pounds of force to exerting. Pulling, climbing, kneeling, lifting, grasping, standing particularly for sustained periods of time and/or sitting particularly for sustained periods of time (on-line instructing); extensive keyboarding and computer work; walking or moving about to accomplish tasks; talking including expressing or exchanging ideas; and hearing includes the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and seeing, the ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye. Requires lifting objects up to 50 pounds frequently.Environmental ConditionsWork is performed in classroom and laboratory setting with exposure to mechanical, chemical and electrical hazards. Work is performed under limited supervision and evening and/or weekend work may be required.CWC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-855-2112 or email cwchr@CWC.edu.We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.Part-time employees who work an average of __ hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.To learn more details, visit our benefits page.