Wind Energy Instructor/Coordinator at Iowa Lakes Community College

Position: Wind Energy Instructor/Coordinator

Classification: Faculty
Department:  Career and Technical
Report to:  Dean of Career & Technical Education & Workforce

General Job Summary:

This position is responsible for developing, coordinating and teaching courses in the wind energy and turbine technology program as defined by the College. Must evaluate and report student performance and progress in assigned courses in accordance with the College and division policies and procedures. Must have the required credentials for teaching in this field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Represent the College in the most positive manner with prospective, former, and current students, staff and the community.

2. Ability to organize and present various curriculum concepts to a wide range of students with varying backgrounds and abilities and adjust teaching techniques accordingly.

3. Present oneself in a classroom setting in a manner that is acceptable and consistent with program and College guidelines, policies and practices.

4. Assume responsibility; deal effectively with problems, and exercise independent judgment when making decisions.

5. Establish and maintain good working relationships with students, colleagues, staff, administrators and other contacts.

6. Read, understand and express oneself clearly and effectively in oral and written communications.

7. Possess strong human relations skills and the ability to effectively relate to diverse personalities.

8. Be a creative, energetic and self-motivated individual with demonstrated leadership and organizational skills and the willingness to advance college programming in a positive manner.

9.   Possess a working knowledge of personal computers and educational media equipment.

Special Demands:

Position involves sitting or standing most of the time in an office or classroom/laboratory setting. Constant (67-100%) reaching, standing walking, lifting, grasping, talking hearing, repetitive motions and viewing various types of close visual work. Frequent (34-66%) climbing, stooping, crouching, pushing, pulling and carrying. Exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and 20 pounds of force frequently. May be required to travel between sites utilizing personal vehicle. Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record and provide proof of insurance.

Employment with Iowa Lakes Community College is dependent upon successful passage of a criminal background check. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions, job duties/responsibilities, and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:  Successful candidate will have:

 Required:

• 6,000 hours of recent, relevant experience in the field or area to be taught or completion of a state or nationally recognized examination or A.A.S., A.S., or B.S. Degree or higher
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance
• Well-versed in DC & AC electrical theory including electric motors and generators
• Knowledge of rigging, signaling and basic rope access techniques
• Strong knowledge of climb, safety, rigging and rescue procedures related to working at height in the wind industry

 Preferred: 

• Prior teaching experience at the postsecondary level or equivalent training experience in the wind energy industry or related field
• Comprehensive understanding of industrial electrical and mechanical systems including: 
  • DC & AC electrical theory, including electrical motors and generators
  • Industrial motor control systems, programmable logic controllers
  • Understanding of power generation and distribution theory
  • Understanding of gearboxes, generators and other drive line components pertaining to wind turbines
  • Field experience with wind turbine maintenance, climbing, safety and balance of plant operations
  • Knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, and other relevant industrial safety, and materiel handling standards

Salary:  Commensurate with education and related experience for a 213-day contract.

Fringe Benefits:  Paid sick leave and personal leave. Employee health, dental and vision insurance. Partially funded family insurance available. Employee life and disability insurance. Employee retirement plan.

Application Process:

The following items must be included in your application packet before it will be considered a complete application:

         Employment Application form

         Applicant Confidential Information form (This data is used to comply with government required affirmative action record keeping only and is not used for applicant screening purposes.)

         A letter addressing your qualifications for the position

         A resume

         A copy of transcripts, with originals due upon hiring

Only complete application packets will be considered for the position vacancy.

Position open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately. View complete job description and application process at www.iowalakes.edu/employment. Contact Lynn Miller at lmmiller@iowalakes.edu or 712-362-0409. Iowa Lakes Community College, Human Resources Office, 19 South 7th Street, Estherville, IA 51334.

Non-Discrimination/Equal Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Iowa Lakes Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age (employment), sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion and actual or potential parental, family or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C §§ 1681 – 1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).

If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact Trudy Ahrens, Equity & Title IX Coordinator, 19 South 7th Street, Estherville, IA 51334, 712-362-0433, ahrens@iowalakes.edu , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339, email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov

A formal discrimination complaint process is published in the Student Handbook, Employee Handbook, and the Affirmative Action Plan of the College.