EDET Academic Lab Instructor Assistant

Job Summary

• New River Community and Technical College is seeking a part-time Academic Lab Instruction Assistant
• in Electrical Distribution Engineering Technology (EDET). This position is designed as a support role to
• the 12-month faculty member and assists with instructional delivery, laboratory and field activities,
• student skill development, equipment readiness, and day-to-day program operations. The position
• may provide limited classroom, lab, and field instruction as assigned and under the direction of
• program leadership.
• A primary responsibility of this position is providing instruction for the Heavy Equipment Training for
• Lineworkers course, including support with safe operation, demonstrations, skills practice, and
• student performance monitoring in alignment with college and industry safety expectations. The
• position also supports the broader EDET program by reinforcing safe work practices, professional
• conduct, and workforce readiness.

The position requires the ability to travel.

Nature of Work

• The Academic Lab Instruction Assistant reports directly to the Dean of Workforce, Technical, and
• Community Education and in close coordination with the 12-month EDET faculty member and
• Department Chairperson. The position is responsible for assisting with instruction, skills training,
• student supervision, lab and training yard preparation, record support, and other program functions
• necessary for effective instructional delivery. Teaching assignments may occur during daytime,
• evening, or weekend hours, depending on program need, but will not exceed 20 hours per week.

• The Academic Lab Instruction Assistant reports directly to the Dean of Workforce, Technical, and
• Community Education and in close coordination with the 12-month EDET faculty member and
• Department Chairperson. The position is responsible for assisting with instruction, skills training,
• student supervision, lab and training yard preparation, record support, and other program functions
• necessary for effective instructional delivery. Teaching assignments may occur during daytime,
• evening, or weekend hours, depending on program need, but will not exceed 20 hours per week.

Distinguishing Characteristics

• Performs other functions as required or assigned. Also complies with all Policies and Standards.
• Summary of Responsibilities:
• •Assist the 12-month faculty member with the delivery of classroom, lab, and field instruction
• within the EDET program.
• •Provide instruction for the Heavy Equipment Training for Lineworkers course, including
• demonstrations, student oversight, safety monitoring, and skills evaluation support.
• •Support hands-on training activities involving equipment, tools, materials, climbing gear, and
• field-based learning environments, as assigned.
• •Reinforce industry safety standards and safe operating procedures, including OSHA, DOT, and
• utility best practices relevant to assigned instructional duties.
• •Assist with student skills coaching in areas such as equipment operation, work-site
• awareness, rigging, material handling, and other entry-level lineworker competencies
• appropriate to course assignments.

• •Help prepare, organize, and maintain training areas, vehicles, tools, instructional equipment,
• and materials needed for daily instruction.
• •Support the monitoring of student attendance, participation, performance, and completion of
• required training activities.
• •Assist with evaluating student learning through performance demonstrations, practical
• activities, and instructor-directed assessments.
• •Maintain a professional learning environment that supports student success, safety,
• accountability, and teamwork.
• •Assist full-time faculty with program logistics, recruitment events, community outreach, and
• employer engagement activities, as needed.
• •Participate in meetings, trainings, and other assigned duties that support program operations
• and continuous improvement.
• •Perform other job-related duties as assigned in support of the EDET program and the college
• mission.

Position may require travel between campuses.

Professional Development

• •Participate in required training, compliance activities, and professional development
• appropriate to the position.
• •Engage in ongoing learning to maintain knowledge, skills, and effectiveness in instructional
• support environments.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
• satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or
• ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
• to perform essential functions.
• Skills/Abilities
• ▪ Outstanding organizational skills.
• ▪ The ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial.
• ▪ Ability to supervise, coordinate, and evaluate industrial training programs.
• ▪ Must possess excellent communication skills.
• ▪ Ability and willingness to market the program and classes to industry stakeholders and
• potential clients.

Education

• The education, experience, aptitudes, skills, etc., for instructional positions differ by type of academic
• or vocational program. Refer to job announcements for specific job specifications.

Experience

• In addition to the knowledge/education, the following related work experience is typically required for
• this position. An equivalent combination of education and recent, related experience may be
• acceptable.

Five Years - Proven Full time employment experience directly related to electrical/communications distribution and line service technology. - Required

Ten Years - Field experience or prior teaching/instructional experience preferably at the community college level. - Preferred

License or Certification

Valid Drivers License - Required

Valid CDL - Preferred

Certificate of Applied Science or equivalent in the field of line service technology - Required

NCCER Instructor, OSHA 10,30 - Preferred

Ten years of experience in the line service industry - Preferred

Teaching experience - Preferred

Expectations

• Employees are responsible for their actions while on the job. You are to always conduct yourself
• professionally and responsibly. A productive and safe workplace is everyone’s responsibility.

• Employees are expected to adhere to the Mission, Values, and Vision of the College. Each employee’s
• position has attributes that contribute to the achievement of these goals.

• Mission
• New River Community and Technical College provide accessible, affordable, quality education and
• workforce programs to meet the needs of the region it serves.

• Values
• Shared values guide New River Community and Technical College in fulfilling its mission. These values
• influence thoughts, guide decisions, mold policies, and determine courses of action. Our employees
• are expected to support and enact these values in our daily work.

• RESPECT
• •Recognize and celebrate the unique contributions and perspectives of all individuals.
• •Involve a diverse range of voices and perspectives in decision-making.
• •Ensure everyone feels they are an integral part of the College.

• HONESTY
• •Communicate openly and truthfully.
• •Take responsibility for one’s actions.
• •Provide accurate and transparent reporting of data.
• •Make decisions based on ethical principles.

• EDUCATION
• •Encourage and support a culture of continuous learning.
• •Facilitate the sharing of information.
• •Offer access to a diverse range of educational resources.

• •Encourage curiosity.
• •Regularly assess educational programs and supporting services.
• •Cultivate a workforce of knowledgeable, competent, and skilled leaders.

• COMMUNITY
• •Actively engage with the local community.
• •Partner with local businesses, organizations, and non-profits.
• •Meet the educational needs and interests of the local community.
• •Encourage and facilitate civic engagement among students, staff, faculty, and
• administration.

• VISION
• New River Community and Technical College will improve