Instructor/Assistant Professor of Powerline Technology
Company: Western Wyoming Community College
Location: Rock Springs
Posted on: March 22, 2026
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Job Description:
Instructor/Assistant Professor of Powerline Technology Posting
Number: P2264 Job Title: Instructor/Assistant Professor of
Powerline Technology Students Only: No Job Description Summary: Win
With a Career Move to Western. At Western Wyoming Community
College, one of America's leading junior colleges, we believe
employees are our most valuable resource . We pride ourselves on
our inclusive, growth-focused culture and our exceptional benefits
package. For full-time employees, here are a few of the amazing
benefits we offer: Employer paid contribution of 9.37% to your
retirement plan with no waiting period. Who doesn't love free
money? We cover 82% of costs related to health, dental and life
insurance. Generous leave time to support your work/life balance
with paid holidays, sick leave and personal leave. Not to mention,
you get winter and summer break off! Have you ever wanted to take
an art class? Interested in exploring entrepreneurship? FREE
tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents makes this dream
a reality. We offer Relocation Assistance! You may be eligible for
up to $5,000 in relocation reimbursement with submission of
itemized receipts. Access to amenities like our Children's Center,
Hay Library, aquatic center, fitness center, theatre and more. When
adventure calls, head out to the Flaming Gorge Reservoir, take a
hike around Mustang Loop, surf the local sand dunes, or jump in the
car and travel to Salt Lake City, Jackson Hole, or Laramie. For a
map of our area, and links to activities and places, view
westernwyoming.edu/outsider . See where your career can take you
when you come run with the Mustangs! INSTRUCTOR OF POWERLINE
TECHNOLOGY PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Provides quality
instruction to students in assigned courses in Electric power
principles, Lineworker safety, Industry standards, Fall protection,
Confined spaces, Emergency response, Measuring equipment, Rigging,
Overhead/ underground cable installations, and CDL training. 2.
Provides quality learning experiences both in the classroom and in
the hands-on labs for all students enrolled while maintaining the
integrity of the course's standards and objectives. 3. States clear
objectives and criteria for each course in the course syllabus;
follows the Curriculum Committee's guidelines regarding course
syllabi; integrates the appropriate College's learning goals into
each course; evaluates students' performance and annually assesses
student performance in light of these objectives and criteria. 4.
Teaches courses in a variety of environments and modes. Examples
include teaching in the evening and weekends in Rock Springs;
developing and teaching customized short courses tailored to the
needs of local industry; teaching in the standard classroom, lab
and through alternative methods, such as internet, or a combination
of these methods. 5. Advises students clearly and effectively;
learns the requirements for Western graduation and for transfer to
other regional colleges and universities. Updates the advising
information in the Western Advising Handbook related to his/her
curricula at the University of Wyoming and other regional
universities. 6. Recommends course schedules to the School Chair;
recruits and mentors adjunct instructors as assigned; prepares and
updates course outlines; recommends new courses as needed. 7.
Designs and implements effective learning processes for students;
provides feedback on student improvement in attaining the Western
Goals for Student Success. 8. Develops effective working
relationships with colleagues. Serves as a resource to the
community by being willing to speak to groups, answer specific
inquiries, assist with research projects and workshops, locate
information and perform other related tasks. 9. Develops good
working relationships with professionals in the College's service
area in order to solicit cooperation and advises regarding
curricular planning, new training opportunities, and other related
information to keep the program current and meeting local needs.
Organizes and conducts annual and/or semi-annual advisory councils
with industry partners to maintain and develop curriculum needs in
the industry. 10. Collaborates with the School of Manufacturing &
Industrial Technology Chair, the Dean of Outreach and Workforce
Development, and the Director of Workforce Development to design
courses or training that meets the needs of local industry; meets
with training directors or others from local power industry,
responding promptly to inquiries by phone or e-mail, and
accompanying the Director of Workforce Development, at times, on
visits to local powerline operations. 11. Recruits traditional-aged
students by cooperating with the Director of Admissions, developing
relationships with high school instructors, visiting area high
schools, encouraging students to attend Western, and promoting the
value of the College's technical programs. Visits industry sites to
recruit adult students to Western's technical programs. 12. Meets
with local power industries both to identify their training needs
and to update the powerline curriculum. 13. Maintains and repairs
lab/education training equipment and facilities; designs and builds
training models as necessary. 14. Maintains a reasonable schedule
of office hours that allows on-campus and distance education
students to interact and ask questions and that provided time to
interact with colleagues, and complete other duties. 15.
Participates actively in the College's Assessment Program,
including Program Review. Minimum Qualifications: INSTRUCTOR OF
POWERLINE TECHNOLOGYMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Academic Credentials: •
Journeyman Utility Lineman license and four (4) years of
professional experience with powerline operations or powerline
technologies. Related Degrees: • Electrical engineering,
Substation, Powerline Equivalent Experience: • Associate's degree
in powerline technology and four (4) years of professional
experience with powerline operations or powerline technologies. OR
• No degree but has eight (8) years of professional experience with
powerline operations or powerline technologies. 1. Ability to
establish and maintain effective working relationships with
students, colleagues, local industry, and administrators. 2.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in all facets of the
student-teacher relationship and to teach a diverse group of
community college students. 3. Demonstrated effective verbal and
written communication skills. 4. Evidence of continued professional
development. Equivalency Statement For those who do not exactly
meet all the minimum qualifications, an equivalent combination of
education and experience which has provided comparable knowledge
and abilities may be acceptable. Preferred Qualifications:
PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Education Experience,
Knowledge, and Abilities) 1. Graduation from a regionally
accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in
Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Engineering
Technology, or related field. 2. Experience teaching at a community
college. 3. Active participation in relevant professional
organizations. Open Date: 02/18/2026 Close Date: Open Until Filled:
Yes Special Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial transcripts are
accepted for application purposes. Official transcripts are
required as a condition of employment. This is a 9 month, faculty
position located on the Rock Springs campus. This position's
starting salary is $72,000. Estimated Salary: $72,000 - $88,200
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