Certified welding inspector (Part-Time)

Job Description

Position Summary

This position will instruct students and welders in the field in welding techniques. Training may be to Southeast Tech students or to welders in the field to skills or competencies and/or to prepare them for American Welding Society (AWS) certification Tests. This person will also administer and evaluate AWS certification tests as a test supervisor. Duties include organization, administration, periodic review, and evaluation, continued development of the Southeast Tech AWS Accredited Test Facility (ATF). Ensures effectiveness of all internship and clinical affiliates and education centers are maintained. Continually assesses and enhances the program to meet Southeast Technical College’s (STC) educational requirements, the rules and regulations of its accrediting bodies, and the most current industry standards. For questions regarding this position, please reach out to the hiring manager, Jason Merritt, at 605-367-7671.

Essential Functions

• Follow STCs Strategic Plan, as well as the mission, vision, and values of the institution.
• Maintain required professional development hours to continue to develop the program, curriculum, and assessment.
• Develop and teach relevant curriculum that provides classroom theory and laboratory application.
• Promote AWS certification achievement.
• Maintain the integrity of the AWS certification processes and the ATF.
• Establish a positive student learning environment that promotes retention, accountability, diversity, equity, excellence, innovation, collaboration, dignity, self-respect, safety, student success and personal and professional growth.
• Prepare and present academic content using a variety of effective pedagogical methods and techniques to meet student needs.
• Utilize the Learning Management System to deliver courses that may include traditional, hybrid, online, evening or weekend format.
• Operate and maintain all equipment used by the ATF and for Corporate education training in welding.
• Maintain, assure calibration, and verify records of any equipment utilized by the ATF.
• Maintain, update, and verify records for the ATF and the ATF quality assurance document.
• Track, order, and maintain supplies used in the ATF and welding corporate education.
• Utilize STC communication and data storage systems to ensure effective communication to students and employees.
• Create and document program assessments for program development based upon Higher Learning Commission and AWS ATF requirements.
• Participate in the finance processes of the organization. This includes purchase and retirement of equipment and supplies; participation in the program’s annual budget process; and ensure that budget funds are utilized responsibly according to STCs financial policies.
• Provide guidance and mentor other department employees including specialists, adjunct instructors, work-study, or other part-time staff.
• Utilize the community and industry as a learning resource and as an extension of the classroom.
• Assist administration with monitoring and maintaining program accreditation requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications

• Education: Minimum Diploma and American Welding Society certification
• Certification: AWS Certified Welding Inspector
• Experience: Minimum of five years of verified welding industry experience; two years of post-secondary teaching and applied curriculum development experience preferred.
• Other requirements:
• Computer skills: Ability to use email systems, word processing, and spreadsheet software
• Encourage change and innovative ideas within the organization and assist employees who may need help with adjusting to any changes that occur
• Communication: ability to actively listen and to effectively communicate with others through written and oral communication
• Leadership: ability to make decisions, delegate tasks, be innovative, negotiate, problem solve, build teams through coaching and development, resolve conflicts, hold yourself and other accountable, and work under pressure.
• Business acumen: ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues that include understanding accounting information, preparing, and managing budgets, and making sound, long-term, organizational development decisions
• Diversity oriented: Ability to collaborate effectively with people regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, or job type
• Strategic planning: ability to develop and achieve short and long-term goals for the organization

Physical Demands and Work Environment

General office environment with standard office equipment. Lighting and temperature are adequate. Moderate noise levels typical of an office environment due to staff and student conversations and noise from office equipment. Additional equipment associated with ancillary instruction may be available and may have effect on lighting, sound, and temperature. Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions when traveling to other locations. Lab/Shop environment for welding and fabrication: The welding lab at STC and any remote training location, have equipment and machinery typical for welding and fabrication/manufacturing. Noise levels may be moderate to high. Hazards include moving parts and obstructions while operating equipment and machinery in the lab. The environment may contain hazards or materials requiring personal protective equipment to be worn.

This position is not eligible for benefits.