Software Program Manager Jobs in Hackberry, LA (NOW HIRING)

College: SOWELA

Department: Workforce Development

Sub department: 

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct

Salary: $30.00 per hour

Duties and Responsibilities:  Demonstrates professional work ethic expectations, such as appearance, attendance, teamwork, promptness, cooperation, etc.
Projects a professional attitude towards other faculty, staff, and students.
Facilitates student learning, provides effective instruction, and performs evaluations of student learning for all assigned classes.
Develops course curriculum, course handouts, lectures, lab exercises, and presentations prior to scheduled course times.
Works with other faculty and administrators in developing program curriculum, standards, and policies, including reviewing and participating in textbook selection process where appropriate.
Organizes instruction in classrooms and laboratories as evidenced by adequate and clearly stated course outlines, learning objectives, learning outcomes, lesson plans, competency assessments, and instructional materials such as textbooks, instruction sheets, and/or electronic resources available.
Maintains and submits accurate student grades and attendance records in accordance with established contract deadlines.
Be available to students via email, phone, and/or personal conferences. The method of contact and hours of availability should be clearly communicated to supervisors and to students through the course materials.
Responsible for follow-up data of students within the assigned program(s) of instruction such as student attendance, IBC's earned, and student completions.
Remains current in academic or program discipline, including attending professional conferences, and maintaining licensure, certification, or continuing education requirements where appropriate.
Receives training or stays current in technological or pedagogical advances that promote student learning.
Attends departmental meetings as necessary.
Participates in departmental activities where appropriate.
Mentor and/or assist in orienting new instructors.
Adheres to all laws pertaining to disclosure of student records.
Adheres to all applicable Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) and SOWELA Technical Community College policies.
Utilizes advisory committee(s) to ensure that desirable, relevant, and current practices of the occupation are being taught.
Maintains a safe and secure classroom/lab environment conducive to effective learning.
Ensures all instructional equipment and supplies meet safety standards.
Requests adequate equipment and supplies in a timely manner to support program instruction.
Travels to and from locations off campus for instructional purposes as needed for the program.
Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

Required Education: Associate Degree

Required Experience: Three years work experience in the construction trades, industrial sector, or similar.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of skillsets and competencies relevant to the program(s) of instruction.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and written, at all levels.
Ability to use the internet and computer software program(s) for instructional tasks, organization of records, assessment methods, and internal/external communication.
Ability to safeguard sensitive and confidential information from intentional or unintentional disclosure.
Ability to make independent decisions demonstrating good judgment.
Experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Blackboard, Canvas, Joule, etc. is preferred.
Proficiency in the use of standard office equipment and networked personal computers.
Proficiency in or ability to become proficient in a variety of software, including but not limited to Microsoft Office.
Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations needed to complete job tasks.
Skilled at planning, organizing, and prioritizing job duties to meet deadlines.
Maintaining interpersonal professional working relationships at all levels - students, peers, and Executives.

Required Licenses or Certifications: 

Preferred Education: - Bachelor degree or higher in Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Experience: - Experience working with floodplain management or FEMA mitigation programs.
- Experience teaching skilled crafts.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.