Academic Program Director, Advanced Welding Certificate
Location: Nelsonville, OH
Job Id: 750 | # of Openings: 1
Salary: $60,000 – 65,000
Position Summary
Under the guidance of the Dean of Workforce Development, will perform the following key functions:
- Deliver in-person instruction in welding courses including SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW.
- Prepare syllabi, lesson plans, instructional materials, assessments, and grading criteria.
- Teach both classroom and lab components with emphasis on safety and industry standards.
- Maintain AWS instructional and testing standards and ensure lab equipment is properly used and maintained.
- Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress, career pathways, and workforce readiness.
- Participate in student recruitment, open houses, industry engagement, and outreach events.
- Maintain scheduled office hours for student support and consultation.
- Continuously assess student learning outcomes and contribute to curriculum updates and program improvement.
- Assist in maintaining compliance with institutional, state, and accrediting body standards.
- Collaborate with faculty and industry partners to align curriculum with workforce needs.
- Support college initiatives related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student retention.
- Engage in professional development to stay current with welding technology and instructional practices.
- Participate in departmental and college committees and activities as required.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide Instructional Services
- Teach courses as scheduled and effectively manage course operations at the Logan, OH facility.
- Assist with the development of course outcomes and curriculum consistent with Academic Affairs, level I-IV apprenticeship standards, and local employer/partner goals.
- Convey course outcomes and expectations to students according to college policy.
- Organize and manage instructional activities.
- Use appropriate learner-centered instructional methods. Regularly seek feedback on course delivery and student learning.
- Revise and/or update courses regularly.
- Appropriately and consistently follow College requirements regarding attendance, grades, and assessment documentation.
Perform Student Academic Advising Activities
- Assist with recruitment and placement of students.
- Ensure all students are engaged in advising.
- Maintain sufficient office hours compatible with student schedules.
- Advise students having difficulty in class/practicum work.
- Maintain appropriate student files.
- Direct students to the appropriate department and College resources.
- Maintain confidentiality.
Engage in Continuous Professional Development
- Formulate and implement goals for growth.
- Identify professional development needs consistent with the mission of the College, Academic Affairs, and department.
- Maintain or attain appropriate certification, licensure, or credentialing.
- Seek resources to meet goals for continuous improvement.
- Participate in Workforce Development, Academic Affairs, and College faculty/staff development programs.
Participate in Department Activities
- Work cooperatively with others to accomplish the goals of the department and technology.
- Share expertise and materials with other department members.
- Work constructively to resolve individual and department concerns.
- Actively participate in technology and department activities and meetings.
- Follow departmental policies.
Promote the Program and Department
- Assist in development of program materials.
- Represent the Welding program to students, prospective students, and other interested parties.
- Participate in advisory committee meetings and updates.
- Work with Tech Prep coordinator to develop articulation agreements with Career Technical and traditional secondary schools.
- Occasionally represent the program at recruiting events, on and off campus.
- Collaborate and assist in programming for career/program exploration camps.
- Participate in program-relevant community & networking events.
Participate in Academic Affairs and Institutional Activities
- Familiar with the mission and philosophy of Hocking College.
- Follow Hocking College policies and procedures.
- Promote a positive working relationship across technology, department, and community lines.
- Participate in Academic Affairs and institutional activities and committees.
- Participate in student enrollment activities (recruiting and registration), contribute to the assessment of student academic achievement.
Qualifications – Education, Experience, and Skills
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate Degree in Welding Technology or closely related field. Post-secondary certificate in Welding Technology accepted.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant full-time industry experience.
- Ability to pass a 6G welding performance test using SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW.
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment.
- Strong technology skills including usage of Microsoft Office, Email, AutoCAD, and Blackboard learning management system preferred.
- OSHA 30 certified required, OSHA 500 certified a bonus.
- Prior experience educating students/apprentices preferred, not required.
- Caring attitude toward students and willingness to extend self to help students succeed.
- Flexibility in dealing with others and ability to work as a team member.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Strong organizational, record-keeping, and interpersonal skills.
- Learning and self-motivation skills.
- Ability to prioritize work.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
- Teaching experience at a postsecondary or technical institution.
- Familiarity with competency-based instruction and workforce-driven curriculum.
- Experience working with diverse student populations.
- Proficiency in instructional technologies including LMS and welding simulation software.
Reasonable accommodations may be requested and reviewed according to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
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