Welding Adjunct Instructor "Pool"

Job Responsibilities

Piedmont Technical College is accepting applications to build an active pool of qualified candidates for Adjunct Faculty (temporary, part-time) positions. Adjunct instructors may teach at the Lex D. Walters Campus and/or at one of the college’s six county centers located in Laurens, Newberry, Edgefield, Saluda, Abbeville, and McCormick. Opportunities may include daytime or evening classes, online instruction, and dual credit courses offered at local high schools. Applications will be reviewed on an as-needed basis as teaching opportunities become available.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, teaching a diverse student body in accordance with established syllabi at various locations, utilizing instructional technology, and applying a variety of effective teaching methods. Additional duties include planning, managing, and delivering course instruction; following all EPA and OSHA regulations that pertain to the program; participating in college functions as needed; and applying teaching practices that support the continuous improvement of both the program and the college.

Adjunct faculty are expected to serve as professional team members who support the mission and vision of the college while performing their duties with the highest level of quality and service.

Minimum And Additional Requirements Candidates must have a minimum of five years of experience in the welding field and an associate degree, or five years of experience along with relevant industry certifications. The successful candidate must be proficient in SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW welding processes on plate, pipe, and structural steel. Applicants must also possess in-depth knowledge of the welding trade and demonstrate the ability to effectively share this knowledge with others through instruction and training.

Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience, particularly at the community or technical college level or in secondary education settings.

Additional Comments

These are temporary, part-time positions. Please review Agency Specific Application procedures for our required application procedures.

We regret that due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to candidates individually regarding the status of their application or the status of the interview process.

Benefits For State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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Please note: Applicants are required to submit transcripts to be considered for this position. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Applications submitted without transcripts will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed. Have you attached a copy of your transcripts? If not, please explain below (e.g., you are a current PTC employee with transcripts already on file, your highest level of education is high school, or another reason).

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Please acknowledge you have read and understand the following statement: CLERY Act Compliance Notice for Prospective Employees The CLERY Act for campus crime reporting mandates that the Piedmont Technical College notify prospective employees (faculty, staff, and students) of the existence of the annual crime report, what is in it, and where to get it. As a College, we must comply with the CLERY Act. Piedmont Technical College is committed to maintaining a safe and supportive campus for all faculty, staff and students. The college affirms the principle that individuals have the right to be free from any form of harassment. Piedmont Technical College's Annual Security Report is available to the public at https://www.ptc.edu/sites/default/files/documents/public\_safety/ASR/2018\_ptc\_annual\_security\_report-revision\_09-26-2018.pdf. A copy of the Annual Security Report will be provided upon request by calling (864) 941-8563. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and police, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault and other matters. You will find the information regarding Piedmont Tech's Lex Walters Campus Safety Reports at the (Greenwood), and its six County Campus is listed on the (U.S. Department of Education Web Site).

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