Position Information

Position Information

Position Identification Number (PIN)A182114DepartmentAdjunct NoncreditCampusMultiple CampusesWorking Job TitleTool & Die Maker - Adjunct Instructor (Workforce Development - Manufacturing)Job CategoryAdjunct facultyFLSAExemptJob TypeTemporaryAdvertised Hiring RangeVariesDuties

Adjunct faculty are PART-TIME instructors hired to teach specific classes or programs that are scheduled and taught at various times throughout the calendar year. In addition to providing classroom or on-line instruction, adjunct faculty may also develop, modify or customize new or existing curriculum and lesson plans in accordance with College and Department curriculum requirements and quality standards. All adjunct faculty will also complete certain class and student related documentation the College requires for accurate record keeping of their assigned classes and student performance.

Classification DescriptionList the broad major functions of the position.

Adjunct faculty provide interactive classroom or on-line based instruction and student academic support for assigned classes. Lesson plans are designed or delivered to ensure both quality and consistency of academic instruction. Strong candidates must possess good organizational skills, the ability to motivate and encourage success in fulfilling their teaching duties with minimal supervision. Faculty should have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to use a wide variety of teaching methods to promote learning amongst a wide range of student backgrounds. Candidates should demonstrate resourcefulness, creativity, initiative and a sincere interest in transforming students’ lives so that they can reach their maximum potential, while being culturally sensitive and dependable.

Adjunct faculty may also have a responsibility for providing face to face instruction both on and off campus to local organizations, military groups, government entities, companies, and other educational institutions within HACC’s service region.

This position will be responsible for providing education as outlined above for the following discipline(s) and areas of study: Tool & Die Maker Training and Tool & Die Apprenticeship including the following areas of study: basic math (applied geometry, practical trigonometry), print reading, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, measurement, shop safety, layout design, milling, grinding, tool use and maintenance, die making, jigs and fixtures, gages, lathe use and turning, grinding, hydraulics and heat treatment.

Classes for this discipline typically require a minimum instructor time commitment of at least 144 hours/year to teach assigned classes.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION: Journey-level, Associates degree, or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE: 5 years experience as a tool and die maker in the manufacturing industry
• Excellent communication skills
• Tool and die design and fabrication experience
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Knowledge and experience in: machine operations, mill, lathe and grinders
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T symbols
• Design and create dies, molds and/or fixtures

Qualifications: Preferred Experience

EDUCATION: Teaching, Communication, Public-speaking training

EXPERIENCE: Teaching or mentoring in a college, technical or vocational education environment
• General knowledge of apprenticeships and/or state apprenticeship system
• Proficiency using CAD/CAM software applications

Additional Knowledge and SkillsPhysical RequirementsLicensing Requirements

As a requirement for this position, you are expected to provide current copies of the following: Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Check and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate prior to your first day of employment. These must have been obtained within the last 60 months and for the purpose of employment (not volunteer). You may submit current copies of your clearances to the Office of Human Resources at the time an offer of employment is made.

Job Open Date10/19/2018Job Close DateOpen Until FilledYesSupplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you first hear about this opportunity?
   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Indeed.com
   • Newspaper
   • PA Job Gateway
   • HACC Website
   • Employee Referral
   • Other, please specify below
2. If you selected Referral or Other above, please specify here.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Do you have a journey-level, associates degree or equivalent in education?

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * Do you have 5 years experience as a tool and die maker in the manufacturing industry? Please describe your tool/die design and fabrication experience, knowledge in machine operations, mill, lathe and grinders, ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T symbols and ability to design and create dies, molds and/or fixtures.

   (Open Ended Question)

5. * Do you have teaching or mentoring experience in a college, technical or vocational education environment?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Do you have general knowledge of apprenticeships and/or state apprenticeship systems?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * What is your proficiency using CAD/CAM software applications?

   (Open Ended Question)

8. * By completing this application, you agree to work as a member of the College to develop a culture of inclusion, diversity, civility and respect for every member of our community. Further, that you will demonstrate commitment and sensitivity to the importance of inclusion and diversity. Do you agree with this statement?
   • Yes
   • No

Required DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Any Other Relevant Document
2. Certification
3. Portfolio
4. Transcript/License/Certification