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Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Part Time OSHA and Safety Training Instructor
Position Category
Faculty
Position Status
FLSA
Exempt
Advertised Salary
$960 per lecture hour/$860 per lab hour.
Department
Business & STEM
Working Hours
Mondays and Wednesdays 3:45-7:30pm
General Description
SUNY Niagara has a need for a part time Instructor to teach OSHA and Safety courses in Business & STEM.
This position will be responsible providing expertise and knowledge that support the Business & STEM divisions curriculum and programs. Responsible for establishing courses, teaching students and using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. Prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction; Evaluates students' progress in attaining goals and objectives. Development of the OSHA and Safety curriculum and program syllabi, including appropriate goals, objectives, student learning outcomes and assessment measures for the program.
Classes are held on the main campus in Sanborn, NY on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:45pm - 7:30pm.
Remuneration for persons teaching at least 3 credits in a semester: $960 per lecture hour/$860 per lab hour.
In order to build and maintain an active pool of qualified candidates to meet our present and future needs for this position, SUNY Niagara will accept applications on a continuous basis. Openings may or may not exist at this time. Applications are evaluated on an as-needed basis, and candidates will be contacted when the department has an opening. Candidates who submit their information may or may not be notified as to the status of their application.
Typical Work Activities

• Teach Courses in the delivery format agreed upon (on campus, hybrid, blended or online)
• Develop courses for the OSHA and Safety curriculum which includes developing student learning outcomes and assessment measures.
• Demonstrate skill and/or knowledge in teaching discipline.
• Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques and delivery methods.
• Plan, develop and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles.
• Keep accurate student attendance and records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines.
• Review, evaluate and recommend student textbooks and learning materials
• Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community.
• Learn and apply technologies that support student learning.
• Be familiar with and adhere to all policies and procedures of NCCC
• Define how to assess student learning outcomes and report on them, foster effective learning in both classroom and lab settings, and promote good public relations via contacts, and regular communications with business, industry, and the public sector.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Essential Functions
Ability to navigate relationships with diverse populations. Ability to have a flexible schedule. Ability to speak in front of groups of people. Must have excellent communication skills to effectively communicate with students, co-workers, supervisors and the campus community. Ability to inspire and motivate students. Must be able to develop, prepare and present information. Must able to operate computers and software programs. Ability to develop instructional materials, evaluating students' progress in achieving instructional goals and objectives. Ability to handle administrative responsibilities related to teaching of courses. Must possess good organizational and time management skills. Must be able to physically perform the duties of the position
Required Qualifications

• Associate degree;
• 3 years' experience in providing OSHA training

Desirable Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• OSHA Instructor certification
• 3-5 years in related work experience
• Remote learning teaching experience
• Experience with the Brightspace learning management system

License(s)/Certifications
About SUNY Niagara
SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.
SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State!
SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn, campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county's three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world-class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state-of-the-art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on-campus housing. We continue to invest in our facilities with the addition of the Learning Commons Center, which has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state-of-the-art technology and innovative student support services. We also modernized our campus dining commons, providing quality meal options in a sleek, comfortable, collaborative environment.
The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute (NFCI) is located in the heart of one of the world's biggest tourist destinations, Niagara Falls. Fully outfitted with modern labs and tools for students to use as they train in both classic and trendy techniques, NFCI is home to Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Hospitality programs. The college also operates Savor, a fine dining restaurant, and La Patisserie, a European-style pastry café, at NFCI.
Our college nurtures and empowers its students and employees in ways that recognize and value our common humanity as well as the richness of our diversity. SUNY Niagara welcomes applicants who want to join a leading regional institution that provides a dynamic, educational environment, responds to students' current and emerging needs, and strengthens its community. At SUNY Niagara we embrace diversity and promote inclusion throughout the institution by recognizing, accepting, and celebrating differences within our campus and surrounding communities. Therefore, we desire and pursue candidates who share those principles and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.
EEO Statement
SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F197P
Open Date
07/18/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions Summary
SUNY Niagara considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting, please review the qualifications before applying. Persons meeting the required qualifications as stated above should submit the following:
• cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications
• resume
• unofficial transcripts
• names and contact information for three (3) current, work related references
Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.