MARITIME WELDING INSTRUCTOR (NIGHT CLASS)

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Posting date: September 3, 2010
Closure date: September 17, 2010
Anticipated Fill Date:  October 1, 2010

POSITION:   MARITIME WELDING PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR (NIGHT CLASS)
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED: Minimum high school diploma or GED certificate and two years additional college training in appropriate area of specialization; or five (5) years work experience in appropriate area of specialization.
PREFERRED: AWS certification preferred.

POSITION SUMMARY:
•    A person in this position must be able to design, develop, coordinate, and instruct technical welding training programs in FCAW, GMAW, OFC, PAC, and SMAW processes.
•    Prepare instructional materials in the above subject areas using and computer skills in word processors, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
•    Develop course lesson plans, exercises, and practical/written examinations.
•    Administer written and practical examinations to trainees in numerous different skill areas.
•    Design, develop, and construct training material and aides for numerous skill areas.
•    Evaluate, report, and make recommendations on trainee progress.
•    Perform duties with considerable independence and decision-making authority with minimum of supervision.
•    Prepare and deliver oral and written presentations in areas of expertise.

WORK HABITS:
•    Comply with all policies and procedures regarding punctuality, attendance and workplace ethics.
•    Plans daily/weekly work schedule without direct supervision.
•    Coordinates and accounts for AIDT resources within assigned area(s) of responsibility.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
•    Ability to understand and follow directions received from a diverse technical and management staff.
•    Ability to function in an automated work environment.
•    Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
•    Ability to work independently and function in a team-based environment.
•    Ability to interact professionally with company representatives, public officials, trainees, coworkers, and the general public.
•    Ability to set and meet deadlines and to handle multiple projects concurrently.
•    Ability to follow established laws, policies, and procedures.
•    Comprehend technical literature and processes.
•    Knowledge of technical trends pertaining to new technologies.
•    Ability to comply with all pertinent safety, environmental and other local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
•    Ability to effectively present technical information to groups in a classroom or lab environment.
•    Ability to work flexible hours based on program needs.

SALARY: This is a full-time AIDT employee position. Initial placement will be based on experience and education applicable to the E1 salary schedule, Steps 0-4 ($45,687-$49,252). Paid monthly.  Excellent benefits package included.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Resumes must be received on or before the closing date.  Resumes received after September 17, 2010, 1:00 p.m. will not be considered.  Interviews are by appointment only.  Applicants must travel to interviews at their own expense.  All male applicants between the ages of 18-26 must provide proof of Selective Service Registration.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK:
In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant
chosen for employment will be required to sign a Criminal Background Check consent form and to submit a minimum nonrefundable $27 payment for the cost of the criminal background check. If the background check is processed on an out-of-state drivers license, additional fees may be required.  Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

SEND A DETAILED RESUME TO:
WELDING INSTRUCTOR – NIGHT CLASS
AIDT Maritime Training Center
Attn: Tony Hopper
1854 Ninth Street., Brookley Complex
Mobile, AL  36615
251-405-8698 (telephone)

AIDT is an equal opportunity employer.  It is the official policy of the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the State Board of Education, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, handicap, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.  AIDT will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.  AIDT reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.