Biomedical Electronics Instructor - District Wide

Instructor

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is a nationally recognized and locally trusted college dedicated to advancing the success of all students and economic vitality of the communities we serve through access, high-quality education, and strategic partnerships.

The community that we serve is home to people with a rich range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to supporting an environment where all students and employees thrive and succeed. We believe every team member enriches our organization with unique skills, perspectives, and solutions. We seek applicants who are motivated and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our community.

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Department: College of Science, Technology, Engineering & Math

Reports To: Dean, Associate

Location: District Wide - Position requires availability to instruct on campus and in flexible delivery modes. Primary Campus location will be Green Bay.

Standard Hours: Flexibility in schedule is required for day, night or weekend classes as needed.

Salary Range and Benefits:

• $81,000 - $86,000 based on a standard contract obligation of approximately 176 days
• Benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, are provided year round
• Additional compensation can be earned through extra contractual work, above the standard contract obligations as available.

Salaries/Wages for all finalists (internal and external) will be determined based upon education, experiences, current wages, and internal equity.

Position Summary

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is an innovative leading-edge college dedicated to student success. An instructor's primary purpose is to design instruction and assessment in an engaging environment to foster learner success. An instructor continually improves the overall quality in the delivery of learning to support the achievement of college outcomes and priorities utilizing evidence to support decision-making. Instructors work in alignment with the college's mission, vision, core values, and operating principles. Instructors are expected to provide service to the college community exemplified by teamwork, committee involvement, and participation in shared leadership activities. In addition, instructors commit to ongoing professional growth in both instructional and technical areas to comply with NWTC's faculty progression structure, as well as the development of their colleagues and teams.

It is our commitment as a College to ensure that we invest the resources necessary to positively impact teaching and student success. Consistent with this commitment all new faculty are required to successfully complete the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Instructor Preparation Academy. The Academy is a structured, practical, course-based cohort learning experience during first three years of employment. Courses include teaching and learning strategies, guidance and counseling, curriculum development, assessment, diversity, and more. The details of the schedule will be made available upon hire.

Essential Functions

• Develop and continually revise curriculum required development and routine revision of curriculum that includes adaptation of curriculum to college delivery standards, strategic directions, employer/advisory feedback, and industry/regulatory standards. This also includes but is not limited to Open Educational Resources (OER), textbook change, assessment plan, credit for prior learning assessment tools, and employability skills.
• Utilize engaging instructional strategies and methodologies which foster student success both in and outside of the classroom.
• Create learning experiences which integrate multiple alternative or emerging delivery methodologies and instructional technologies to maximize student success, including, but not limited to, hybrid, face-to-face, video conferencing, self-paced, and on-line course delivery.
• Provide immediate, routine, and consistent feedback to students to assist them in improving performance in technical and core ability competencies.
• Create a learning environment that integrates best practices for student success including authentic service learning, student club events, and engagement in profession specific activities.
• Develop, support, participate and collaborate with other departments on student recruitment, program marketing, and referral of students as needed for student success strategies including tutoring, counseling, advising, etc.
• Use data to measure quality outcomes related to student persistence, retention, completion rate, course success, and to design improvement strategies based on the evidence.
• Comply with College policies and practices related to instruction, assessment, and delivery.
• Engage with business and industry through engagement and participation in advisory committees, including the recruitment of new members, planning of meetings, participation in community groups, and business visits.
• Participate in community and college-sponsored events to promote the college's programs and enhance community relationships.
• Engage in division, department and team meetings and requirements including the development and completion of the college's strategic planning through team action plans and budget requests
• Maintain proficient knowledge and skill in emerging trends and current occupational practices by networking with regional industry leaders and participating in continuing education and professional development.
• Assist in the development of adjunct faculty through communication, sharing of resources, coaching and mentoring.
• Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements, faculty progression structure requirements and licensure required by other agencies to maintain individual and program accreditation.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• May teach in an open lab environment. Instructor must be able answer learner questions and provide on the spot learning moments on Electronics/Electrical Engineering Technology/Electromechanical/Automation competencies taught in the Engineering Technology Hall. Topics include but are not limited to: AC/DC fundamentals, Microprocessors, Data Communication, and Automation Devices.
• Provide educational leadership; work effectively with applicable advisory committees, four-year articulation partners, community groups, faculty, administration, and campus support staff including (CTED) Corporate Training and Economic Development to perform contract work.
• Provide clear Biomedical Electronics pathways and subsequent partnerships with secondary education, including UW System Colleges, and private institutions; as well as regional high schools. Provide instruction and technical support to NWTC Corporate Training and Economic Development
• Able to lead the X-Ray Service Technician - Certificate

Minimum Qualifications and Work Experience:

• Associate's Degree in Biomedical Electronics or Healthcare Technology Management, with current enrollment or progression toward a Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Five years of related work experience. At a minimum, occupational experience has to have occurred at least 1 year within the past 5 years.

• Extensive experience working with a broad range of biomedical equipment and devices across multiple medical disciplines, with direct field experience in hospital settings or as a field service technician for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), typically demonstrated in a BMET III role. Occupational experience may include:
• Biomedical Equipment Technician
• Clinical Engineer
• Biomedical Electronics Technician
• Healthcare Engineer

• Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) certification required
• One or two individuals on the team are required to hold Class A CDL, Combination Vehicle endorsement.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and be insurable under the districts standard insurance policy terms.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Engineering, Healthcare Engineering Technology Management or Biomedical Engineering Technology.
• Previous teaching experience with adult learners is preferred

• Active involvement in state and local Biomedical Electronics Associations, including participation in meetings, conferences, and professional development activities, is strongly preferred.
• Certified Lab Equipment Specialist (CLES) and/or Certified Radiology Equipment Specialist (CRES) preferred

Educational Requirement Employment Condition:

If an applicant is to be hired at the minimum educational requirement, it will be a condition of employment to obtain the preferred educational requirement (Bachelor's Degree). Talent and Culture, in conjunction with the Instructional Leader, will work to determine the timeframe, not to exceed 6 years from the date of hire.

Our college values and competencies shape how we work and support students every day. All employees are expected to demonstrate our core competencies. Learn more here.

Physical Demands:

• Extended Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer or attending meetings
• Mobility: Ability to move around the campus to attend meetings and events
• Manual Dexterity: Proficiency in using hands and fingers to handle or operate office equipment, tools, or controls.
• Visual and Auditory: Ability to read documents and communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Light Lifting: Capability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may