Instructor- Maritime

Instructor- Maritime - Maritime Campus
Responsibilities
Teaching:

Keeps up with changes and developments in the field of study.
Demonstrates high standards—academic and professional.
Evaluates student work constructively and provides timely feedback.
Teaches at times and locations that meet student needs.
Provides access to students through posted conference hours, electronic communications, and other appropriate methods and responds to inquiries in a timely manner.
Reviews, evaluates, and recommends student learning materials.
Develops and uses a syllabus and course information materials for each course, laboratory, or clinical setting within state, college, and departmental guideline.
Able to follow US Coast Guard approved curriculum and lesson plans.
Professional Development

Maintains high standards of competence in the discipline(s) and teaching methodologies through professional development activities.
Use effective teaching methods and materials that reflect thoughtful planning, assist students in meeting course objectives, are appropriate for students with different backgrounds and learning styles, and engage students in learning.
Reviews, evaluates, reflects, and revises program curricula and teaching methods through a self-evaluation process of self- reflection.
Meets or exceeds professional standards, state-mandated guidelines, requirements of business/industry, and higher education, as appropriate to the discipline.
Service

Actively participates in college meetings and/or committees, task forces, and councils.
Participates in college-related activities such as registration, community education, recruitment of students, student retention, and faculty selection.
Participates in college activities for students/student organizations to aid in retention.
Participates in business and community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission and values of the college.
Participates in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.
Participates in setting departmental goals, in developing college budgets that support the goals, and in planning for achieving those goals.
Promotes and maintains departmental affiliation agreements and other partnerships with other institutions
Additional Responsibilities

Teach USCG approved and non-approved courses.
Ensures that all equipment and technology are in operational condition for use in instruction.
Review instructional material for currency and accuracy and make recommendations as needed.
Assist with curriculum development.
Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of three years of relevant shipboard experience and ability to obtain USCG approval to teach coursework assigned to the position
1-Year Documented Experience as Officer on a Vessel of at least 200 GRT
Maritime Experience gained through Military Service may substitute for licensure requirements
Must be fully capable of swimming for assessments
Must be able to don firefighting gear to include SCBA for assessments
Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
Must have excellent interpersonal, verbal, written communication and presentation skills
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Must be a team player/leader and place a high priority on student learning
Preferred Qualifications

Valid Merchant Mariner Credential
Documented Experience as Officer in Charge of Navigational Watch on Cargo Carrying Vessels of at least 1600 GRT
Experience Performing Duties as Vessel Security Officer
Tank Vessel PIC DL
Hold Endorsement as Lifeboat Operator and have experience as deck officer on vessels equipped with lifeboats.
Work Hours

12-month position
40 hours per week
Portion of teaching assignment may require weekend and/early mornings or evening hours
Work Environment

Indoor classroom
Swimming pool for personal survival assessments
Outdoors in hot and humid conditions for select classes
Exposure to controlled fire during training and assessments
Physical Requirements

Stand – Must be able to stand for 8 hours
Walk – Must be able to walk 2-3 miles per day
Reach - Must be able to extend arms fully throughout a normal range of motion both in a horizontal and vertical plane (i.e., throwing and catching lines)
Grip/Hold/Pull – Must be able to grip, hold and pull 50lbs
Lift – Must be able to lift 50lbs.
Hearing – Must meet minimum standards, as per USCG requirements
Speech - Must be able to verbally communicate in the English language both in delivery and ability to be understood using handheld radios or other devices, as required
Smell – Must possess a sense of smell to be able to detect the presence of potentially dangerous vapors
General - Must be able to enter and exit hatches/doorways quickly in case of emergency.
Equipment - Must be able to wear a negative or positive pressure respirator, PVC foul weather gear, personal flotation device, rubber gloves and boots.
Ability to use firefighting / spill containment equipment
Must be fully capable of (completing and demonstrating) Personal Survival Techniques (PST) and STCW Basic Training Assessments
Must be able to don firefighting gear to include SCBA for assessments and be able to complete and assist with all Basic and Advanced Fire Fighting assessments
Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered for this position you MUST attach the following documents:

Resume
Transcript(s), if applicable
Merchant Mariner Credential
Valid TWIC
Note: Faculty are assigned to teach courses using various delivery methods based on the teaching area and the needs of students and the College, which may require a physical presence at the assigned on-site/off-site work location.
Salary Grade: BACH
Salary is based on the Board-approved salary schedule for the current fiscal year. See Salary Schedule
Requisition Number: req6218
Posting Close Date: 4/2/2026