Position Information

Position Title Welding Instructor

Position Category Faculty

Position Status 10 Month

FLSA Exempt

Advertised Salary $47,785

Department Business & STEM

Working Hours Varies

General Description

SUNY Niagara is seeking a qualified and experienced Welding Instructor to join our Business & STEM division. The ideal candidate will be responsible for teaching various welding techniques and processes to students, helping them gain the knowledge and hands-on skills necessary for success in the welding industry. This position requires a strong background in welding, a commitment to safety, and the ability to foster a supportive learning environment. This is a full-time, 10-month, tenure-track position reporting to the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

The Welding Instructor will be responsible for teaching welding courses to students in a classroom and laboratory setting on SUNY Niagara’s main campus in Sanborn, NY. In addition, the instructor will be responsible for attending regular office hours, meetings on campus, and participating in committees. Teaching assignments may be during day, evening, or weekend hours.

This position requires a combination of instructional expertise and hands-on experience in various welding techniques and safety protocols. The successful candidate will have a passion for teaching and a solid background in welding and the various welding techniques and process i.e. Shielded Metal Arc ( SMAW , Gas Tungsten Arc Welding ( GTAW ), Gas Metal Arc Welding ( GMAW ) and cutting processes.

The Instructor will be responsible for program coordination, student advisement, assessment of learning outcomes, participation in divisional and college activities, and all required duties as outlined in the Faculty Handbook. The typical teaching load is 15 lecture hours or 18 lecture/lab hours per semester.

This position will only be required to work 162 days per academic year (August – May) and will be provided with a winter break from mid-December to early January, and a Spring Break for one week in mid-March.

SUNY Niagara also provides phenomenal benefits. Please visit https://www.niagaracc.suny.edu/hr/benefits to view our benefits offerings. Our exceptional work environment fosters growth and personal fulfillment. As an employee, you can expect:

Work-Life Balance: When employees can balance their work and personal lives, they are happier, more productive, and better positioned to support our students.

Professional Growth: SUNY Niagara cares about employees’ professional advancement and development. You will have access to ongoing training, programs, and workshops. We support career growth and encourage employees to pursue further education.

Welcoming Culture: SUNY Niagara values the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and social justice as they create a sense of belonging for our students and employees. We foster a collaborative culture that respects and appreciates different perspectives, ideas, and backgrounds which contribute to the richness of our institution. We believe that our diverse, inclusive community enriches the experiences of students and employees alike.

Meaningful Work: At SUNY Niagara, your work will directly impact the lives of our students and the region we serve. Our college is for all who are passionate about teaching and focused on supporting students. Our small class sizes facilitate engagement. You will shape students’ futures, prepare them for successful careers, and empower them to contribute to society. Your dedication and expertise will propel students to achieve their educational goals.

Become part of an institution that values employees, positively impacts students’ lives, and invests in its community.

Typical Work Activities

Instruction

• Provide instruction with the focus on teaching and learning to help ensure students in each class successfully meet all course outcomes and classroom objectives

• Ensure appropriate course-level rigor in class instruction and assessment methodologies.

• Development, integration, and delivery of course content planning documents including, but not limited to, course syllabi and assessments.

• Establish and maintain a classroom climate consistent with the NCCC mission and vision.

• Provide at least 5 office hours per week.

Professional Development

• Participate in professional development activities.

• Maintain a current knowledge of discipline/field of study as evidenced by active participation in professional organizations, maintenance of current scholarly collection of resources, and engagement in active, on-going dialogue with peer faculty and industry experts.

• Participate in faculty development opportunities, including program-specific and campus-wide faculty meetings.

Administrative Duties

• Meet requirements for creation, distribution, retention and/or submission of paperwork.

• Participate in curriculum monitoring and development process by providing feedback to Program Coordinator and/or the Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs.

• Complete required reporting such as student attendance, census, student learning outcome progress (course level), and final grade calculation and entry.

• Attend required College functions/events.

• Participate in faculty senate and divisional committees

• Advise students for classes and career options.

• If applicable, as program coordinator:

• Recordkeeping, budgeting, scheduling

• Program updates (syllabi, degree requirements)

• New course and program development

• Represent the program at open houses

• Program evaluation ( PEER ) and Advisory Board

• Hiring, training, and evaluation of adjunct faculty and part-time technical assistants

• Supervision of College Accelerated Program ( CAP ) courses at local high schools

  Essential Functions

Must be able to operate laboratory equipment; must be able to navigate relationships with a diverse population; must be able to operate computers; must be able to speak to groups; must be able to prepare reports and documentation required in performance of duties; must be able to physically perform the duties of the position; must be able to relate to senior members of the department and administration.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Welding Technology or related field or completion of Welding Certificate program(s)

• 5 years of professional welding experience

  Desirable Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Welding Technology or a related field

• Prior teaching or training experience in welding

• Certified Welding Inspector CWI certification via the American Welding Society.

• Proficiency in various welding techniques

  License(s)/Certifications

  About SUNY Niagara

  SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.

  SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State!

  SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

  SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn, campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county’s three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world-class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state-of-the-art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on-campus housing. We continue to invest in our facilities with the addition of the Learning Commons Center, which has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state-of-the-art technology and innovative student support services. We also modernized our campus dining commons, providing quality meal options in a sleek, comfortable, collaborative environment.

The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute ( NFCI ) is located in the heart of one of the world’s biggest tourist destinations, Niagara Falls. Fully outfitted with modern labs and tools for students to use as they train in both classic and trendy techniques, NFCI is home to Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Hospitality programs. The college also operates Savor, a fine dining restaurant, and La Patisserie, a European-style pastry café, at NFCI .

Our college nurtures and empowers its students and employees in ways that recognize and value our common humanity as well as the richness of our diversity. SUNY Niagara welcomes applicants who want to join a leading regional institution that provides a dynamic, educational environment, responds to students’ current and emerging needs, and strengthens its community. At SUNY Niagara we embrace diversity and promote inclusion throughout the institution by recognizing, accepting, and celebrating differences within our campus and surrounding communities. Therefore, we desire and pursue candidates who share those principles and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

EEO Statement

SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F216P

Open Date 09/11/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

For full consideration, applications must be submitted by October 13, 2024. If a viable candidate is not found during the initial review, applications submitted after October 13, 2024 will be considered.

SUNY Niagara considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting, please review the qualifications before applying. Persons meeting the required qualifications as stated above should submit the following:

• cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications

• resume

• unofficial transcripts

• names and contact information for three (3) current, work related references

Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have an Associates degree in Welding Technology or related field or completion of Welding Certificate program(s)?

• Yes

• No

• • How many years of professional welding experience do you have?

• No experience

• Less than 1 year

• 1 - 2 years

• 3-4 years

• 5 plus years

  Documents Needed to Apply

  Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Transcripts

  Optional Documents

• Certifications/Licenses

• Transcript 2

• Transcript 3