_ _

[MOUNT JUMBO]

TEMPORARY STAFF VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The BITTERROOT COLLEGE invites applications for a TEMPORARY JOB SITE READY INSTRUCTOR. This position is for part-time, non-college credit instruction for Bitterroot College’s Construction Job Site Ready (JSR) Program for the October 2021 JSR program. The instructor delivers established Job Site Ready curriculum in a hands-on setting and responds to student inquiries during online portion of program (established student/self-guided, automatically graded modules). This position is part-time based on seasonal program offerings (fall, spring, and summer). The hands-on component of each Job Site Ready program lasts for three days (15 hours of handson instruction). All hours are dependent on program enrollment and may be cancelled due to insufficient program enrollment. Total pay is equivalent to one (1) credit of adjunct faculty compensation ($1,300).

Required Skills

• Knowledge of best and safe practices in construction trades training
•  Knowledge of roles and responsibilities of entry-level construction worker
• Excellent skill in construction tool use i.e., slide saw, skill saw, table saw, pneumatic framing gun, electric drill, etc.
• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Sufficient information technology skills for instruction and communication, i.e., use of MS
• PowerPoint, MS Word, MS Excel, internet, email, and Zoom
• Ability to work in a dynamic and hazardous environment
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends

Physical Requirements

• Lift 50 pounds
• Occasionally lift or move 100 pounds
• Frequent walking
• Reach forward with hands and arms
• Occasionally sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch

Minimum Required Experience

• Three years of construction trades experience with at least one year in a supervisory capacity or Associate of Applied Science degree (or higher) in construction trades or related discipline or combination of construction job experience and college-credit education in construction trades or related discipline
• Experience in construction trades' tools use and maintenance, materials handling, workplace safety, industrial practices, and project management
•  Experience in teaching adults or supervising construction workers at a job site or completion of a course in teaching adults

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to troubleshoot curriculum and evolve curriculum content and implementation to continually improve student outcomes.

About the Bitterroot College and UM

Located in Hamilton, Montana at the center of the Bitterroot Valley, Bitterroot College offers college, continuing education, and workforce training opportunities The Bitterroot College connects a diverse rural community to a wide array of learning opportunities. We achieve student success, lifelong learning, and community engagement through responsive and accessible academics, workforce preparation, and enrichment programming.

The University of Montana is a flagship, research institution with over 9,000 students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 72,000, surrounded by mountain grandeur which was recently ranked in the “top 20 best college towns with a population of less than 250,000” by the American Institute for Economic Research and ranked 9th in Outside Magazine’s “The 16 Greatest Places to Live in America” in 2014. Many national publications recognize Missoula for its high quality of life. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere.  The University of Montana offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five PRIORITIES FOR ACTION: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA, MISSOULA, AND THE STATE OF MONTANA, PLEASE VISIT THE LINKS BELOW.

University of Montana

• Video: UM Lifestyles
• University Highlights

Position Details

POSITION TITLE:                    TEMPORARY JOB SITE READY INSTRUCTOR

POSITION NUMBER:              920A01

DEPARTMENT:                       Bitterroot College

WORK SCHEDULE:                 Part-time .375 FTE

SALARY:                                $1,300 total pay–Current employee’s rate of pay for this position will be determined by the staff compensation plan and will minimally be this posted salary. For questions and details regarding the staff compensation plan, email the Compensation Department.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:              Pro-rated annual and sick leave; Public Employees Retirement (PERS) optional

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/VETERAN'S PREFERENCE Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. REFERENCES: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. TESTING: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

How to Apply

PRIORITY APPLICATION DATE: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)

Complete applications received by the ‘Priority Application Date’ will be guaranteed consideration. The position will remain open until filled. Candidates are required to submit the following materials online via "New Resume/CV" button below

*Please note, only five (5) attachments allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.

A COMPLETE APPLICATION INCLUDES:

1. LETTER OF INTEREST – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.
2. DETAILED RESUME – listing education and describing work experience.
3. PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES – names and contact information for three (3) professional references.

Required Skills Required Experience

• Change agent with a proven continuous improvement track record
• Breath of experience qualifying them to lead a multi-functional team
• Results oriented through process implementation and problem-solving methodology
• Ability to rally the team around a given objective and clearly chart the course
• Proven experience with daily visual management
• Engaging personality and able to work with all levels of the organization
• Comfortably deals with complex problems and can deal with ambiguity
• Collaborative personality, delegates appropriately and motivates the team
• Deals with conflict, uses sound judgement, and remains approachable and humble