Instructor - Construction Management

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Construction Sciences & Business department at Dunwoody College seeks candidates in all areas ofConstruction Management. The opening is targeted at the level of Instructor, but experienced candidates with outstanding credentials may be considered for Senior Instructor, Associate or Full Professor. Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.

The Instructor is responsible for excellence in teaching contributing to the undergraduate educational mission of the College. Dunwoody encourages innovation in and diversity of teaching methods and multidisciplinary collaborations with academic departments and units across the College. This is a unique opportunity to create the foundation of an emerging experiential educational experience construction management professionals. The College is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

The Construction Sciences and Business department offers a wide range of programs at the certificate, associates, and +2 bachelor's degree level. The listing of programs is available at:

https://dunwoody.edu/construction/

https://dunwoody.edu/business/

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

This faculty position is responsible for initiating the teaching and learning process for students. As a student centered institution, Dunwoody expects faculty to teach and develop and maintain relationships with industry. The faculty member teaches and plans with innovation and uses a diversity of teaching methods and multidisciplinary collaborations with academic departments and units across the College.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Facilitates learning activities so that students learn the principles, theory, skills, and work ethic necessary to become proficient for entry level positions.
• Creates a positive learning environment.
• Monitors, assesses and advises learner on technical and academic progress and performance.
• Uses current academic and industry practices in assigned courses of instruction.
• Develops and upgrades lesson material, training aids and maintains equipment within assigned course of instruction.
• Assists in the recruitment and placement of learners.
• Leads the process of maintaining equipment and recommends new equipment purchases within assigned program.
• As a part of a team, designs and develops new curriculum within assigned program.
• Provides support, coaching, and guidance to faculty members.
• Participates in industry and/or professional organizations in order to maintain and enhance program health and academic integrity.
• Other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Strategic Skills:Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level. Makes good decisions. Provides sound advice and problem solution. Provides honest and in-depth analysis on problems and issues.
• Operating Skills:Makes decisions in a timely manner. Accepts responsibility for tasks and meets objectives and measures. Documents process, progress, and results. Is committed to continuous improvement. Works toward the most efficient and effective work processes.
• Courage: Has difficult conversations as necessary. Faces up to people problems on any person or situations quickly and directly.
• Energy and Drive:Is action oriented and full of energy for challenging tasks/issues. Is constantly and consistently one of the top performers. Steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
• Organizational Positioning Skills:Can maneuver through complex situations effectively and quietly. Is sensitive to how people and organizations function. Anticipates where problems may arise and plans his/her approach accordingly.
• Personal/Interpersonal Skills:Relates well to all kinds of people. Builds constructive and effective relationships. Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Supports equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all. Adheres to Dunwoody's core values. Is widely trusted - Keeps confidences and admits mistakes. Practices attentive and active listening. Is personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve him/herself.

Faculty teaching in the associate and certificate construction management programs will meet one the following criteria:

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  A bachelor's degree in a construction management related field; OR

  
  

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  An associate's degree in a construction management related field and professional certification in the content area which they are teaching and related industry experience

  
  

Faculty teaching in the Construction Management baccalaureate program will meet one of the following qualifications:

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  Have a master's degree in a related field; OR

  
  

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  Have a bachelor's degree in construction management or related field and certification in their area of expertise and related industry experience OR

  
  

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  Have a bachelor's or master's degree in related field to the content they are teaching AND industry experience (example, Construction Law, Construction Accounting).