Non-Destructive Testing

Job Details Job Location: Arkansas City Main Campus - Arkansas City, KS Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Bachelor's Degree (required) Salary Range: Undisclosed Description Job Summary: The Non-Destructive Testing Instructor is a full-time, 10 month position for Cowley Colleges CTE program. This position is responsible for effectively managing the NDT program and successfully teaching students within the program. Position Duties: Teach state approved courses in non-destructive technology. Instruct students in competency-based program curriculum using current instructional strategies appropriate to the subject matter to assure highest quality classroom instruction. Effectively manage the classroom to create an optimal learning environment, maintaining an appropriate balance of classroom discipline. Maintain up-to-date records of student attendance, academic progress and grades as required by College policy and certification/regulatory agencies. Recruit students for the NDT program. Serve as the lead instructor for NDT program full-time and adjunct faculty members. Develop relationships with business community and industry partners. Creation of curriculum, instructional materials and oversight of non-destructive lab and equipment. Serve as the advisor for department students. Responsible for the NDT operations for which assigned. Keep posted office hours and serve on college and relevant industry committees. Maintain courteous, professional and effective working relationships with employees, vendors and/or any other representatives of external organization. Comply with all College policies and procedures Assist the Department Chair of Career and Technical Education by performing other related duties as assigned. Required Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrate extensive knowledge of and experience in the appropriate subject matter. Capable of developing, qualifying, and approving procedures, establishing and approving techniques, interpreting codes, standards, specifications, and procedures; and designating the particular NDT methods, techniques, and procedures to be used. Capable of interpreting and evaluating results in terms of existing codes, standards, and specifications. General knowledge with other appropriate NDT methods, as demonstrated by an American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II Basic examination or other means. Capable of training and examining NDT Level I and II personnel for certification in related NDT methods. Ability to work independently, as well as on a team. Ability to work and maintain the highest level of confidentiality. Good communications skills, both written and spoken. Ability to organize and prioritize work. Work well under deadline pressures. Excellent human relations skills. Ability to work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and diverse populations. Understanding of and commitment to academic quality improvement. Required Education Background: Bachelors Degree. Successful completion of classroom training for Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Eddy Current Testing (ET), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), and Magnetic Particle Testing (MT). Level II certification in RT or UT. Level III, preferred. Required Experience: Have sufficient practical experience in applicable materials, fabrication, and product technology to establish techniques and to assist in establishing acceptance criteria when none are otherwise available. Industry experience, preferred. Supervisory Requirements: Indirectly lead all program faculty and adjunct faculty. Physical Requirements: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time; ability to move freely around the campus and outreach centers; ability to lift up to 50 pounds; ability to bend, stoop, reach and grasp as required to perform responsibilities; ability to drive motor vehicle; and ability to work on the computer for long periods of time. Work Environment: Work performed in a classroom, laboratory and office environment. Cowley College is dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation or other legally protected category. (Notice of Non-Discrimination found at ) Qualifications