Electrical Distribution Engineering Technologies, Lineworker Program Coordinator

Blue Ridge Community and Technical College•Martinsburg, WV

28d•Hybrid

About The Position

Meeting community needs and improving teaching and learning are among Blue Ridge Community and Technical College’s highest priorities. This is a flexible faculty position working with Utilities and Energy education. This faculty position will prepare students for careers for many local and regional employers. Opportunities and responsibilities include teaching, curriculum development and instructional design, and assessing learning. Opportunities for continued technical professional development exist. This position is located at the Technical Center with the opportunity for a flexible schedule that includes both in person and remote work.

Requirements

Computer skills required.
Positive written and verbal skills required.
Must be able to work with a diverse team.
Must have physical ability to demonstrate skills and techniques to students in the classroom.
Must be able to work in a remote setting, different College site locations, and employer site locations.
Must be able to work a variety of day or evening hours as needed.
Active CDL required to operate program equipment.
Must have an active driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree is preferred; however, candidates with considerable industry experience combined with the willingness to teach will be considered in lieu of degree.
Experience teaching at the secondary and/or college level is desirable or experience conducting training in the electric utility industry.
At least 5 years in the Utility and Energy workforce is preferred.
Any industrial certifications will be considered.

Responsibilities

Assess technical skill needs in the areas of applied utility and energy.
Design and deliver training in direct response to local labor market needs.
Teach in degree programs or career advancement short programs as assigned and in collaboration with other faculty.
Demonstrate skills and techniques used in the field by electric utility workers.
Provide training and consulting for workforce initiatives for public and corporate partners.
Recommend and participate in marketing events and campaigns to promote degrees, short-term courses, and job placement.
Participate in industry recognized certification training to continually upgrade technical skills.
Travel for professional development and/or training assignments.
Provide advisory assistance for current students and assist instructors with student advising.
Support effective communication between department leadership and department staff.
Performs any other duties to drive the College’s Vision, to fulfil the College’s Mission, and to abide by the College’s Values.
Other duties as assigned.