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Primary Purpose To teach classes in welding/manufacturing technology as assigned. **This position is located at our Curry Campus in Brookings, OR.** Description of Essential Functions Teaching (90% of Time) Teach various courses in welding/manufacturing technology. Use instructional methodology appropriate to the audience and to the student (e.g., lecture, demonstration, group discussion, technology-enhanced delivery, computer-assisted delivery, and distance delivery)

Must be able to explain and deliver materials in a variety of ways to meet the needs of a broad range of learning activities. Evaluate students in accordance with the criteria in the course outline and other applicable college policies and procedures. Is responsible for turning in grades according to college policy and procedure.

Create a course syllabus for each course taught which includes, but is not limited to, course outcomes, course structure, materials to be covered, grading criteria, due dates for materials, exam dates and office hours. General Duties (10% of Time) Work effectively with colleagues and students of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, demonstrating an ability to work with others in a courteous and cooperative fashion. Ensure compliance with all Southwestern Oregon Community College rules, regulations, and policies.

Demonstrate continued professional growth by staying current in and expanding knowledge of teaching technique. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Associate's degree in welding, manufacturing technology, or a related field preferred (or combination of professional certifications and relevant work experience, i.e. American Welding Society Certified Welding Educator/Instructor)

*Only degrees received from an accredited institution will be accepted. Accreditation must be recognized by the office of degree authorization, US Department of Education, as required by ORS 348.609. Final candidate will be required to provide official transcripts for required degree.* A minimum of three (3) years of significant and related work experience

Successful applicants for this position must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities, or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation: Knowledge and ability to instruct various audiences, both individuals and groups, taking into account various learning modalities and methods. Knowledge of computers and ways to integrate appropriate technologies into the welding curriculum. Ability to use instructional delivery methods which enhance a broad public access to post secondary education.

Ability to evaluate student progress both empirically and holistically and to prescribe and develop curriculum materials for individuals and classes. Ability to motivate and inspire students. Ability to effectively communicate in English with others both orally and in written form, which includes the ability to restate at various language levels, to simplify, and to use demonstrations, which relate to previous knowledge and concrete experience.

Ability to use instructional delivery methods, which reflect an adult orientation. Ability to work cooperatively with department members and members of the college community in meetings and on projects. Ability to review, understand, apply and share concepts presented in training programs, conferences and/or professional literature.

Willingness to teach at various hours as required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working with adult learners as a trainer/instructor preferred. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSES Must reside in the State of Oregon.

Southwestern Oregon Community College is unable to support out of state employment at this time. Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process. Additional Job Information JOB TITLE: Adjunct Faculty Instructor - Pre-Apprenticeship LOCATION: Coos and Curry Counties, and online/remote FTE: Part Time DEPARTMENT: Instruction PAY GRADE: Adjunct Salary Schedule EXEMPTION STATUS: Exempt PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Enclosed REPORTS TO: Vice President of Instruction and Dean of Instruction CLASSIFICATION: Adjunct Faculty - term by term assignment REVISION DATE: February 2026 SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Southwestern Oregon Community College only accepts applications through this online application system.

We want you to be successful in applying with us. We highly encourage you to complete and submit your application in advance of the deadline. For assistance with this, please email hr@socc.edu

For technical assistance with your application, please call (855) 524-5627. Please note: We recognize that our application process can be lengthy, so before you begin, please read all of the stated requirements to determine if you meet them. Applicants must meet all of the stated minimum/special qualifications and additional requirements to be considered for this position.

Based on your responses to the qualifying questions, the system may automatically screen you out from further consideration. Required documents must be provided at the time of application. Please remove any personal information such as photographs, date of birth, gender, social security number, and other protected information from your documents.

Documents containing protected information will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Positions are subject to budget consideration and approval.

For the candidate who is hired into this position, salary placement will be based on guidelines in administrative policies and procedures or collective bargaining agreements (as applicable). For this reason, please be sure to include everything in your application that you want the college to consider towards placement. The college does not sponsor employees in the visa application process if they intend to use this as their means to work in the United States.

This means that all required work visas must be in place and supported by appropriate evidence to be employed by Southwestern. Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract nor is it intended to describe all responsibilities, skills, effort, or work conditions associated with the job someone in this position would perform. All employees of Southwestern Oregon Community College are expected to perform tasks as assigned by Southwestern Oregon Community College supervisory/management personnel regardless of job title or routine job duties.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- VETERAN'S PREFERENCE STATEMENT Applicants are eligible to use Veteran's Preference when applying with Southwestern Oregon Community College in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) - OR - Letter from the US Dept

of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service connected pension. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs. You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at: http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: http://www.oregonjobs.org/DAS/STJOBS/vetpoints.shtmlq NON-DISCRIMINATION It is the policy of Southwestern Oregon Community College Board of Education that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the grounds of race, color, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, political affiliation, parental status, veteran status or disability in any educational programs, activities or employment

Persons having questions about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact Vice President of Administrative Services in Tioga 512. Phone 541-888-7206 or TDD 541-888-7368. All other issues, concerns, and complaints should also be directed to the Vice President of Administrative Services for referral to the appropriate Manager.

Annual Campus Crime/Annual Fire Safety (Clery Act) Report The "Jeanne Clery Disclosure for Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act" (formerly the Campus Security Act) is a federal law that requires institutions of higher education to disclose campus security information, including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding area. As a current or prospective Southwestern student or employee, you have a right to obtain a copy of this information. You may review this information here: Annual Campus Crime/Annual Fire Safety (Clery Act) Report.

You may also obtain a hard copy of this information upon request by contacting Administrative Services at 541-888-7206.