Instructor Civil Engineering/Geomatics (Surveying) Technology

Wake Technical Community College • Southern Wake Campus, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing effective instruction for assigned courses. This role involves instructing and guiding classes, maintaining accurate student records, preparing thoroughly for each instructional hour, and fostering a safe and orderly learning environment. The instructor will also counsel students on their grades and progress, grade and return student work promptly, and follow identified course activities to meet learning objectives. Additionally, the role includes assisting with curriculum design, maintaining regular office hours, staying current with teaching methods and technology, using assessment techniques to improve learning, serving on college or department committees, and attending professional development opportunities. Communication with instructors from other divisions is key to keeping courses up-to-date and appropriate. Participation in graduation exercises is also expected.

Requirements

• Able to use a wide variety of teaching methods to promote learning
• Be innovative, creative, motivated
• Ability to exhibit good interpersonal skills and work well with others
• Able to maintain records accurately and be able to meet deadlines consistently
• Good organizational skills
• Knowledge of and facility with technology and software including, computers, and web-based resources such as Blackboard.
• Able to perform normal duties with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills and be able to troubleshoot difficult projects
• Must have strong leadership skills
• Must demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills
• Demonstrates resourcefulness, initiative, enthusiasm, and a sincere interest in helping students reach their maximum potential
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geomatics, Surveying or related field plus two years relevant experience in civil engineering, geomatics, surveying or related field OR Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geomatics, Surveying or related field plus four years relevant experience in civil engineering, geomatics, surveying or related field
• Computer skills using basic functions of MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point, and Outlook
• Unofficial transcripts must be attached with your online application or submitted to Human Resources immediately after applying. Without transcripts, your application may not receive full consideration.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree (or higher academic credential) in Civil Engineering, geomatics, Surveying, or related field
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer or Professional Land Surveyor
• Experience with drones, GNSS equipment, automatic levels, total stations, and robotic surveying equipment
• CADD, Civil 3D, PIX4D, and/or survey data collector experience

Responsibilities

• Instructs and guides the class in an efficient and effective manner
• Maintains accurate records of student work and attendance
• Prepares thoroughly for each instructional hour
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment
• Counsels students regarding their grades and progress in the course
• Grades and returns student work in a timely manner
• Follows identified course activities to meet learning objectives that support the goals of the course
• Assists with curriculum design
• Maintains regular office hours
• Stays abreast of most current teaching methods and technology in the classroom
• Uses assessment techniques to improve learning and teaching
• Serves on college or department committees as needed
• Attends professional development opportunities when possible
• Assists with establishing goals and objectives for the course, selecting text and constructing a syllabus
• Maintains communication with instructors from other divisions in order to keep courses up-to-date and appropriate
• Participate in graduation exercises

Benefits

• As an equal employment opportunity employer, Wake Tech values our workforce.
• Wake Tech is committed to reaching students in every part of Wake County and rallying around them to go as far as their dreams, talents and resilience will take them.
• As an institution of higher education, we are committed to valuing the unique experiences of the Wake Tech community.
• We strive to be self-reflective of the kind of student body we represent and the culture we are building, and we care deeply about supporting each employee's professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree