Welding Instructor - Tech College Faculty

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Willmar, MN

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Join our Welding program and help train the next generation of skilled welders for high demand careers in our region and beyond. We’re looking for an experienced welding professional who is excited to share their knowledge and help students build strong, real-world skills in GMAW, GTAW,SMAW, and gas welding, cutting, and brazing. Students learn to weld in all positions and with a variety of materials, giving them the confidence to step directly into the workforce. In this 1-year temporary full-time role, you’ll teach hands on courses, mentor students at all experience levels and play a key role in connecting them with regional employers. You’ll create a supportive, safety focused learning environment and encourage students to use advising, tutoring, career services and other college resources to stay on track. We’re a student-centered community and technical college that values practical experience and a passion for teaching. If you want to make a difference, support workforce development, and help students start strong welding careers, we’d be excited to welcome you to our Willmar campus team.

Requirements

Diploma in welding.
Four full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience in welding.
One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.
Applications must include: Online Employment Application, Resume, Letter of interest addressing the position qualifications, Unofficial copy of transcripts
In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Responsibilities

Teach hands on courses
Mentor students at all experience levels
Play a key role in connecting them with regional employers
Create a supportive, safety focused learning environment
Encourage students to use advising, tutoring, career services and other college resources to stay on track

Benefits

Medical Insurance (single coverage $48.94 per month and family coverage is $333.91 per month)
Dental Insurance (low deductibles; single coverage $14.50 per month and family coverage is $61.86 per month)
Paid Parental Leave (six weeks)
Employer paid life insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
Retirement Plan
Tax-deferred Compensation
Generous vacation and sick leave
11 paid Holidays
Vacation Time
Sick Time
low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
a Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents