Forestry Instructor

~ Louisiana's post-secondary technical education system was established in 1999 by a Constitutional Amendment. ~

It is constitutionally governed by the Louisiana Community and Technical College System Board of Supervisors (LCTCS Board), which was appointed by the Governor. Prior to 1999, the Technical College System was governed by the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education/Board of Vocational Education.

Since the 1930s, vocational education has been afforded to the citizens of Louisiana through a system of post-secondary technical education, which also provides technical training to secondary high school students. In 1973, the Legislature passed Acts 208 and 209. Act 208 provided for the reorganization of the state trade schools and increased their number from 33 to 53. This act placed a vocational-technical school within a 25-mile driving distance for any citizen requiring vocational training. Act 209 was a companion bill, which provided funds for the expansion of post-secondary vocational-technical education that was authorized in Act 208.

An initial $100 million in capital outlay investment in Louisiana's technical training opportunities established Louisiana as a national leader in workforce preparation through post-secondary technical education in up-to-date facilities.

Position Overview

The instructor is responsible for preparing for class, delivering lectures, facilitating discussions, doling out assignments, grading work and advising students.

Duties include; facilitating Education classes, leading tree walks, on the most up to date arborist research. The ideal candidate is an experienced, enthusiastic, highly motivated individual, loves working with people, and is dedicated to rural and community forestry. The candidates should possess a broad range of technical rural forestry skills, excellent interpersonal communication skills, and a genuine interest in the conservation mission of the forestry industry.

Responsibilities

• Practice excellence in teaching and instruction.
• Demonstrate evidence of professional growth and academic currency.
• Carry out the responsibilities specific to his/her area, department and/or program.
• Contribute to the CLTCC Community by participation in service activities when available.
• Contribute to the local community by participation in service activities when available.
• Adhere to CLTCC policies and procedures.
• Adhere to the federal prison policies and procedures.
• Begin class on time in an orderly, organized fashion.
• Be courteous to and approachable by students.
• Follow approved policies and procedures in the conduct of all instructional activities.
• Use effective motivation to help stimulate a personal desire to learn the subject/skill(s).
• Constantly strive to improve instruction through:
  • Self-analysis and evaluation.
  • Observation & study of new instructional techniques for lecture, laboratory or performance courses.
  • The use of technology where applicable to enhance the learning environment.
  • Re-evaluation and re-definition of instructional objectives.
  • Continual revision and updating of course content and materials of instruction.
  • Attendance at the division meetings, conferences on improvement of instruction, and such activities as may be required for self-improvement.
•  Meet and assist inmate students during office hours or by appointment at other reasonable times.
• Prepare complete course syllabi.
• Being punctual and working your scheduled workday is an essential function of this job.

Qualifications

Skills:

• Excellent written, oral presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
• Superior team-building skills to build trust with others in a rapidly changing environment.
• Excellent organization, planning, and prioritization skills are essential.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in arboriculture, horticulture, urban forestry, landscape management or related field,
• Well organized.
• Broad range of trends and best practices in teaching your subject matter.
• A strong commitment to and passion for the mission of the comprehensive community college.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Demonstrated Ability to:

• Work collaboratively with other administrative departments and government agencies.
• Provide excellent customer service to faculty, staff, current students, prospective students, alumni, Forestry and industry partners, community representatives and other stakeholders.

Preferred (Desired) Qualifications:

• Master’s from an accredited university.
• 5 or more years of increasingly of progressively responsible experience in the area of teaching.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Access. Project management experience.
• Working experience with Ellucian’s Banner or other major student information system.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Access.

Compensation: Compensation will be $32,500.00 - $52,800.00 per 9-month academic calendar year.

To Apply

Please click "Apply" below and be sure to include the following:

• A cover letter of no more than two pages indicating how the qualifications and employment standards listed in this position announcement are met.
• A detailed résumé that summarizes educational preparation and professional experience for the position.
• Candidates selected for an interview must provide:
  • College and university transcripts showing the awarded/conferred degree to meet required educational qualifications. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application.
  • Three letters of recommendation are required. To honor applicant confidentiality, a letter of recommendation from your current immediate supervisor is not required.
  • The names, home and cell telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references. Applicants will be notified before references are contacted.

 The selected candidate will be required to undergo a background check. Position closes August 14, 2017.