Energy Efficiency Technician Instructor

One of the Wisconsin Technical College System's 16 colleges, Mid-State Technical College (MSTC) is a leading provider of higher education offering more than 50 career opportunities through associate degrees, technical diplomas and certificates. Student-focused and community-based, MSTC serves a resident population of approximately 165,000 in central Wisconsin. The college has campuses in Marshfield, Stevens Point and Wisconsin Rapids, and a learning center in Adams.

Position Overview:        

Teach courses within the Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy programs. Emphasis will include residential and light commercial energy management systems, energy efficiency testing equipment, computer applications related to energy system operation and energy efficiency testing including energy modeling software.

This is a full time position with a 38-week contract; work hours may vary from traditional daytime schedule. Position reports to the Technical & Industrial Division Associate Dean.

Responsibilities:             

• Teach courses in the Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy program. Courses may be taught in the classroom, lab, and/or online.
• Assist in program planning, curriculum development, and the ongoing maintenance of assigned programs.
• Assist with program budget development and maintenance of equipment and inventory.
• Responsible for classroom management, student evaluation, and records maintenance.
• Assist with student recruitment, registration, advisement, and placement of students for internships and full- time employment.
• Assist with advisory committees and co-curricular student activities.
• Maintain technical skills to current industry standards.
• Obtain and maintain certification in the Wisconsin Technical College System.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in a related field required. Master's degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years (4,000 hours) of recent non-teaching, work experience with extensive energy efficiency background required.
• Design, installation and maintenance of traditional and renewable energy systems preferred including knowledge of building codes and construction standards along with residential plumbing and electrical systems.
• Certification in industry recognized Energy Efficiency and Building Performance areas preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate good organizational skills, positive interpersonal skills, and excellent communication skills in educating adult learners.

Must possess ability to:

• Provide timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/ skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem.
• Maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjust effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
• Effectively meeting student and customer needs; build productive student and customer relationships; take responsibility for student and customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Actively identify new areas for learning; regularly create and take advantage of learning opportunities; use newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learn through application.
• Interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization.
• Effectively manage one's time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
• Clearly convey information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
• Must embrace MSTC's "core values" of student centeredness, commitment, accountability, respect, integrity, and exceptional service.

Compensation: Dependent upon experience and qualifications. Benefits:           

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Wisconsin Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Business and Appointment Leave
• Professional Growth Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program

Estimated Start Date: 08/08/2011 

To Apply:

All application materials must be submitted online. Transcripts, resumes, cover letters, and/or other application materials will not be considered part of the application if submitted to the Human Resources Department via email, mail, or fax.