Ivy Tech Community College is seeking to add a faculty position that supports both the Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Technology programs. The position involves providing quality and engaging instruction, delivering timely feedback to students, engaging students in and outside of class, supporting institutional initiatives, and conforming to regional expectations of faculty performance and engagement.
INSTRUCTION- Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives, and program learning outcomes.
- Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.
- Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required. Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices.
- Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.
- Use Learning Management System (e.g., Canvas) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication.
RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS- Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
- Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.
- Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with regional expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2).
- Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT- Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.
- Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.
- Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.
COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH- Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college's relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/division/college.
- Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within the service area as appropriate in the department and division.
INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT- Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditations, and grant-related projects.
- Attend commencement and participate as assigned by regional administration.
- Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/division/faculty meetings.
- Participate in career service and alumni activities.
- Adhere to college and regional academic policies.
ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT- Review and analyze program data as related to completion and retention.
- Determine and lead action steps positively impacting retention.
- Support development of student internships and other real-work experiences to support the curriculum and student experiential learning.
- Assure quality of discipline-specific dual credit courses within the local high schools. See ASOM 4.3 - Credit Transfer Awarding/Dual Credit for listing of specific responsibilities.
Benefits:Excellent benefits, including voluntary benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, spouse/child life insurance, , LTD, STD, Identity Guard, etc.Employer contribution annually to Health Savings Account.No waiting period to enroll in benefits. Coverage starts on day 1.Employer contribution to retirement plan. (10% of annual salary-employee contribution not required)Paid time off: sick time accrued bi-weekly.Free tuition for employee and dependents.Professional Development opportunities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction, faculty credentials per ASOM 7.1 for a discipline assigned, academic leadership and management skills.
ASOM 7.1 School of Technology Standard - A qualified full-time faculty member meets the education component of the School of Technology discipline standard through one of three routes:Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution in technology, engineering, engineering technology; or an earned baccalaureate or higher degree directly related to the program's discipline And, possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR) And, two years of directly related work experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR); orPossesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution And, possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR) And, five years of directly related work experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR); orPossesses an earned associate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution directly related to the program's discipline And, possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR) And, three years of directly related work experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR).
Engineering Program Standard- A qualified faculty member in Engineering meets both of the following criteria:
- Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in an engineering discipline, and
- One of the following:
- Two years' work experience in an Engineering field, or
- Professional Engineering (PE) License
ENGR 116, Course Standard- A qualified faculty member teaching ENGR 116 meets the Engineering program standard or meets the course standard with the following criteria:
- Possesses an earned baccalaureate degree or higher, from a regionally accredited institution, in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a Technology discipline, and
- Two years' work experience in an Engineering field
ENGR 140 or ENGR 160 Course Standard- A qualified faculty member teaching ENGR 140 or ENGR 160 meets the Engineering program standard or meets the course standard with the following criteria:
- Possesses an earned baccalaureate degree or higher, from a regionally accredited institution, in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics, and
- Two years' work experience in an Engineering field
Mechanical Engineering Technology Program Standard- A qualified faculty member in Mechanical Engineering Technology possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in Engineering or Engineering Technology.
METC 107 and METC 220 Course Standard- A qualified faculty member teaching METC 107 and METC 220 meets the course standard through one of two routes:
- Meets the Mechanical Engineering Technology program standard, or
- Possesses an earned associate or higher degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Technology, or Computer Graphics with academic preparation appropriate to the course and at least five years of directly related work experience.
Preferred Skills:- Extensive experience in CAD software such as SOLIDWORKS for solid modeling and generating engineering drawings.
- Proficiency in design software like Multisim or PSpice for electrical circuit modeling.
- Ability to construct and analyze electrical circuits in a laboratory setting.
- Strong project report writing skills and experience with collaborative project work.
- Comprehensive understanding and application of engineering principles in real-world scenarios.
- Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink for engineering problem-solving and modeling.
- Knowledge of programming languages like C++ for engineering applications.
- Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and mechanical design standards.
- Expertise in fluid power systems design and analysis.
- Competence in industrial automation and control systems, including PLC programming and robotics.
- Experience with material testing methods and manufacturing processes.
- Advanced proficiency in 2D/3D CAD modeling for engineering design and documentation.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills essential for collaborative engineering projects.
The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.