Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HACR) Adjunct Instructor

Overview Position: Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HACR) Adjunct Instructor Department: Career and Technical Education Reports To: Chair of HACR & Electrical Construction Position Summary The Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HACR) Instructor plans, supports, and delivers instruction of courses in Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration. The Instructor also contributes to curriculum development, program assessment, and student advisement activities. Classes will take place on the Nunez Community College campus in Chalmette, LA. If successful in the role, adjunct instructors will be invited to return in subsequent semesters. Minimum Qualifications Required Education Associate degree in Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration or a closely related field. Accepted Substitutions 3+ years as a Master HVAC Technician (or completion of a recognized apprenticeship program with required experience) can substitute for the Associate degree. Exceptions subject to approval of the Program Chair and Dean of Instruction. Required Experience Three (3) years of industry experience, with at least two (2) of those at the journeyman level. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Extensive knowledge of the content area and the ability to teach it effectively. Experience with installation, repair, adjustment, and modification of electrical controls and electrical and pneumonic instrumentation for heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems, boiler systems, fire alarms, sound systems, and energy management systems. Effective classroom management including maintaining a positive learning environment. Records Management. Knowledge and commitment to institutional mission and values and the ability to work with stakeholders across the college to achieve and uphold them. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Education Preferred Experience At least five (5) years of experience working in Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration, with at least three (3) of those at the journeyman level. Preferred Certification(s) Valid EPA Section 608 Technician Certification as required by 40 CFR Part 82, Subpart F of Section 608 of the Clean Air Act of 1990. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Familiarity with HVAC Excellence standards and curricula. Prior community college teaching experience. Demonstrated ability to cultivate partnerships with related program industry members and advisory committees. Demonstrated ability to develop a variety of effective teaching techniques and assessment methods. Ability to promote the use of instructional technology in curriculum delivery. Ability to teach evening classes. Application Process To apply, send resumé and copies of any relevant certificationsto: View email address on click.appcast.io (put HACR Adjunct Instructor in the subject line) The committee will begin the review of applications immediately. All applications are confidential, and any references provided will not be contacted without the expressed authorization of the applicant. All new hires are subject to a criminal background check, in accordance with Nunez Policy 6.036. Incomplete applications will not be forwarded for further review. Equal Opportunity Nunez is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects the entire Nunez family. We don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our students, and our institution. Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability As an executive branch state agency, Nunez Community College is required by La. R.S. 46:2597 to establish annual strategies and goals related to employment of individuals with disabilities. In order to effectively measure and report our progress to this end, La. R.S. 46:2597 requires us to ask employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all employees to update their information at least every five (5) years. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so (if applicable). Your answer will be maintained confidentially. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way. For more information about this form or the Americans with Disabilities Act, visit the Office of the State Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator’s website at . #J-18808-Ljbffr NUNEZ COMMUNITY COLLEGE