Job Description

Northwest Mississippi Community College seeks a full-time, 10-month instructor for the Industrial Electronics Engineering Technology program located on the Senatobia Campus. The selected instructor will provide excellent instruction, foster a professional learning environment, and support the college’s reputation for producing highly qualified graduates prepared for employment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of three (3) years of successful work experience within the last five (5) years in:
  • Industrial maintenance
  • Industrial automation
  • Industrial controls
• Ability to demonstrate successful experience in:
  • Electron theory
  • Industrial mechanical systems
  • Industrial electrical systems
  • Industrial fluid power applications
  • Various programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
  • Various industrial automation applications
• Demonstrated:
  • Professional demeanor
  • Positive contributions to a team
  • Desire for continuous improvement
• Associate of Applied Science degree in:
  • Industrial Electronics Engineering Technology
  • Or a directly related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Baccalaureate degree in:
  • Industrial Electronics
  • Or a closely related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful work experience in:
  • Industrial maintenance
  • Industrial automation
  • Industrial controls

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Ensure all requirements of college and industry partners are met
2. Maintain professionalism with students, coworkers, and community members
3. Provide engaging classroom instruction using varied teaching methods
4. Prepare lesson plans, job sheets, and laboratory demonstrations
5. Recommend curriculum updates to maintain program relevance
6. Monitor student progress throughout the program
7. Collaborate with instructors and support staff
8. Participate in professional development activities
9. Maintain compliance with professional licensing requirements
10. Teach course material according to syllabus and employer expectations
11. Prepare and grade examinations and assignments in a timely manner
12. Implement outcomes assessment and maintain student satisfaction standards
13. Encourage student retention and engagement
14. Begin and end classes on schedule with full instructional periods
15. Maintain attendance, grades, and required records accurately
16. Submit reports required by the College, Mississippi Community College Board, and employer partners
17. Attend faculty meetings, in-service meetings, and college events
18. Participate in campus and community extracurricular activities
19. Supervise laboratory experiences
20. Maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment
21. Maintain inventory of assigned equipment and tools
22. Maintain an active advisory committee with at least two meetings annually
23. Visit industry partners to maintain employer relationships and monitor internships
24. Advise and counsel students
25. Assist students with employment placement
26. Serve on faculty committees
27. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Directorin support of the College mission

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this position, the instructor will regularly:

• Stand for extended periods
• Talk, hear, view, and assist students
• Communicate in person, by telephone, Zoom, email, and live chat
• Sit, use hands, and reach with hands and arms
• Stand, walk, stoop, and kneel
• Occasionally lift and/or move items weighing 15–20 pounds

APPLICATION

Interested applicants, should attach and submit the following:

• Application at www.northwestms.edu
• Transcript
• Resume
• Three Professional References (Name, Email and Phone Number)
• Deadline: Open until filled

Northwest Mississippi Community College is a two-year, open access public community college primarily serving 11 counties in northwest Mississippi. Our vision states that “Northwest Mississippi Community College transforms our students’ lives, enriches our communities, and strives for excellence in our educational programs and services.”

Accreditation

Northwest Mississippi Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the Associate of Arts degree, the Associate of Applied Science degree and certificates in career education. Questions about the accreditation of Northwest Mississippi Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website ( www.sacscoc.org).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Northwest Mississippi Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran in all its programs and activities. Northwest Mississippi Community College prohibits sexual harassment and all forms of sexual violence, regardless of sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990/Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Disability Support Services Coordinator, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7046, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3309, e-mail address mkelsay@northwestms.edu; Title II of the Age Discrimination Act: Vice President for Finance and Administration, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7017, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3216, e-mail address jhorton@northwestms.edu; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972/Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: (For student-related matters) Associate Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7010, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3409, e-mail address trush@northwestms.edu or (for employment-related matters) Director of Human Resources, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7038, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 560-5216, email estanford@northwestms.edu

Safety Statement

The safety and security of students, faculty, and staff is very important to Northwest Mississippi Community College. A copy of the Annual Security Report, published annually by the Campus Police Department, details Northwest policies and procedures regarding campus safety. A copy of the report, which contains the annual crime statistics report, is available online in the current Northwest Bulletin ( www.northwestms.edu/bulletin) or on the Northwest website ( www.northwestms.edu) and in printed form upon request from the Campus Police Office at (662) 562-3314.

Background Check Statement

Northwest Mississippi Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. NWCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.