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Position Details Position Information Working Title Occupational Safety and Environmental Technology Faculty Position Status Full Time Department School of Business and Industry General Summary The Occupational Safety and Environmental Technology Faculty member is responsible for delivering high-quality learning experiences in each course and throughout the program, in alignment with industry standards. Odessa College has been recognized nationally for its commitment to student success. The Aspen Institute's Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence awarded the college its Rising Star Award in 2017, ranking it among the top five institutions in the nation for improving and advancing student achievement out of more than 1,100 eligible colleges. Specific Position Duties * Maintains up-to-date knowledge in the teaching field. * Demonstrates willingness and ability to teach various courses, schedules, locations, and delivery methods as needed and reasonably requested by the college. * Utilizes appropriately challenging coursework to help students realize their full potential as learners. * Provides students with clear written expectations, including syllabi, course policies, assignment instructions, and graded evaluations. * Administers assessments aligned with course content, including comprehensive final examinations designed to evaluate mastery of course objectives. * Affirms the worth and dignity of all individuals and supports the right of all students to learn through instructional practices. * Maintains an appropriate learning and assessment climate in traditional, online, or distance learning environments that encourages the free exchange of ideas while upholding academic honesty and objectivity. * Prepares thoroughly for class and arrives promptly for all instructional activities, including lectures, labs, and scheduled sessions. * Delivers course material in a clear, organized, and understandable manner. * Addresses student concerns, questions, and feedback in a timely and professional manner through class interaction, office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate means. * Effectively manages routine procedures necessary for the successful day-to-day operation of the department, as delegated by the department chair. * Submits required reports and schedules to the department chair in a timely manner. * Develops and maintains effective relationships with professional colleagues throughout the college and the broader community. * Provides individual student advisement regarding degree plans and applications to ensure compliance with completion requirements. * Assists with recruitment, marketing, and outreach efforts for departmental programs. * Actively participates in college functions and events and engages in community service. * Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Associate's degree or higher from an accredited institution, and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline or a related field, including relevant technical training, certification, and professional experience. Preferred Qualifications College-level teaching experience preferred; relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of formal teaching experience. Annual Salary Hiring range Work Hours Varied according to schedule Posting Detail Information Posting Number F00389P Job Open Date Quick Link for Internal Postings Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents * Resume * Cover Letter * Transcripts Optional Documents