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Overview

Electrician Trainee Adjunct Assistant Professor. Join to apply for the Electrician Trainee Adjunct Assistant Professor role at American River College.

Position Summary

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member.

Program Description

This program provides instruction in the installation, operation, and maintenance of residential and commercial electrical distribution systems. Topics include safety training, AC/DC electrical theory, metering, electronics, use of electrical codes, raceways, conductors, grounding, motors, transformers, fire alarm systems, fiber optics, and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems. It complies with state regulations to become an electrician trainee see the California Department of Industrial Relation's. Upon completion of the program, students may find employment in government, residential and commercial construction and maintenance, utilities, and facilities management.

Position Salary Information

Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupation al experience. The initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1. For more information on the step placement process, please refer to the program materials.

Typical Duties

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:

• ELTRN 110 Electrician Trainee I
• ELTRN 111 Electrician Trainee II
• ELTRN 120 Electrician Trainee III
• ELTRN 121 Electrician Trainee IV
• ELTRN 130 Electrician Trainee V
• ELTRN 131 Electrician Trainee VI
• ELTRN 180 Electrical Workers State Certification Preparation

The Responsibilities Included, But Not Limited To

To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage for the specific campus:

• Serving as a subject matter expert in the identification, design, and development of curriculum for teaching skills for entry-level electrical installations.
• Instructing Electrician Trainees using instructional materials and a variety of delivery methods including classroom activities, lab exercises, and simulations.
• Using appropriate assessment methodologies including examinations and hands-on proficiencies related to installation and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
• Maintaining required student records and submitting appropriate reports.
• Interacting with staff and other training professionals to embed applications and techniques into the curriculum and lab experiences.
• Maintaining safe working conditions and adherence to policies, procedures, and practices in classroom and on job sites.
• Identifying and purchasing equipment required to support the instructional program.
• Participating in advisory committees.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge

• Licensed by the State of California as a General Electrician.
• Knowledge of the Electrical trade, training, instructional design, and education technologies related to residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installations and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of computer applications including Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint.

Skill And Ability To

• Design and develop course curriculum and lesson plans and deliver training using various teaching methodologies and media as it relates to the Electrical trade.
• Safely utilize applicable tools and equipment.
• Assess student performance and progress and provide appropriate feedback.
• Enter and retrieve data using a computer and software applications.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Interpret and apply federal, state and local policies, laws and regulations.
• Understand and comply with ARC/Los Rios policies and standards for workplace health and safety.
• Work independently and/or as part of a team.
• Interact with other employees and members of the public.
• Solve problems and use good judgment.
• Function effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Have a bachelors degree or higher and two years of professional experience; OR, any associate degree and six years of professional experience; OR the equivalent. Professional experience must be directly related to the assignment being taught. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
• Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.
• NOTES:
• Degree titles must match the stated minimum qualifications exactly (word-for-word). Titles with added, missing, or rearranged words will not be accepted. If your degree title does not match the minimum qualifications exactly, you must submit documentation for equivalency to be considered for this position.
• Applicants applying under the equivalent provision must include the equivalency review request form detailing and explaining how their academic preparation and/or professional experience is the equivalent of the degree(s) listed in the minimum qualifications. Please visit our website for the form and information on the equivalency process.
• If you have already been granted equivalency for this discipline, you must attach a copy of your determination form or letter. If you do not attach a copy of your determination form or letter you will be disqualified.

Application Instructions

Applicants applying to this position are REQUIRED to complete and submit:

• A Los Rios Community College District Application
• Letter of Interest
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts from College/University and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation

Additional Instructions

• Applications submitted without all required documents listed above will be disqualified.
• Applications submitted with additional materials NOT requested will be disqualified.
• Only information listed on the application will be considered for minimum qualifications.
• Applicants indicating see resume on the application will not have that referenced experience considered for minimum qualifications, which may lead to disqualification.
• Individuals who have completed college/university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees, and other relevant documents.
• Foreign transcript evaluations are ONLY accepted from AICE or NACES agencies or evaluators.
• ONLY copies of transcripts from a US College/University or Foreign Transcript Evaluation will be accepted. DO NOT include any foreign transcripts.
• Graduate advising documents, certificates, and grade reports will not be accepted as transcripts.

Do Not Submit Additional Materials That Are Not Requested. As a Los Rios employee, you have access to a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that offers flexibility and security.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries
• Higher Education