Land Surveying/Geomatics Instructor

Nevada System of Higher Education

126d • $53,414 - $82,000

About The Position

Great Basin College, located in Elko, Nevada, is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Land Surveying Geomatics instructor. This position will help the Bachelor of Applied Science Surveying and Geomatics program become an accredited and to be recognized for licensure in various states. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in Fundamentals of Geomatics, Urban Development, GIS for Surveyors, Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing, Adjustments, CAD for Land Surveyors, Geodesy and GPS, Construction Surveying. The individual awarded this position is expected to be an active and engaged member of the College and the Department. A physical presence on campus is required for the benefit of students and a collegial atmosphere. This position is based at Great Basin College’s Elko campus. The position is anticipated to start in January 2026.

Requirements

• M.S. (Ph.D. preferred) in Surveying, Geomatics, Photogrammetry or closely related field required or conferred within 12 months of hire
• Demonstrated post-secondary teaching ability in surveying and geomatics or closely related field
• Professional licensure (example: professional surveying/engineering) or certification (example: certified photogrammetrist) required or acquired within 12 months of hire
• Candidate will be able to teach introductory and advanced classes

Nice To Haves

• Strong in the areas of The Public Land Survey System, Legal Descriptions, and Advanced Boundary Analysis
• Experience teaching through distance education technologies

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate land surveying and geomatic courses and advanced topics, including field laboratories both in-person and online
• Develop course syllabi and materials
• Oversee and manage the accreditation for the Land Surveying and Geomatics program
• Evaluate student mastery of skills and competencies required by course outcomes
• Maintain office hours to provide student advisement, participate in recruitment activities, and program/curriculum development
• Participate and serve in college, department and program meetings, committees, and activities as required of all GBC faculty members
• Travel primarily throughout the state of Nevada (with or without accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act) as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Health insurance options including medical, dental and vision
• 12 paid holidays
• Life insurance, long-term disability
• Generous sick leave with a beginning balance of 30 sick leave days
• ComPsych supports employees through life's difficult moments
• No state income tax
• Free Parking
• Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree