Trainer|Instructional Designer (HVAC|Building Automation), Grant-funded, Full-time Apply
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About Jamestown Community College:
Jamestown Community College, a SUNY institution, is a comprehensive community college with degree granting campuses in Jamestown and Olean, New York. JCC is an innovative, open access institution that meets regional education needs by providing transfer degree programs, career programs, community service, developmental education, and training programs for business and industry. Guided by principles that emphasize student success and continuous improvement, JCC welcomes applications from qualified, enthusiastic candidates.
Position Description:
Full-time, grant-funded, remote & on-site work flexibility. Multi-purpose position with fluency in HVAC, refrigeration, heat pumps, electrical, building management, building automation/controls and information technology to develop and teach courses to include, HVAC, refrigeration, heat pumps, building automation, systems fundamentals, control devices and applications, networking and advanced electrical and systems integration and troubleshooting.
Requires extensive experience with building HVAC, electrical and building controls technology with expertise in a wide variety of technical subjects including hardware and software troubleshooting. Lead curriculum development and instructional design, both in general and in collaboration with external manufacturers, architects, general/mechanical contractors and their specific needs. Teach and facilitate training, provide project management to support the development and delivery of individual courses and programs. Ability to work in a collaborative environment, multitask and often work with aggressive timelines.
Essential Functions:
- Instruct and deliver Workforce Development (WD) classes in a variety of HVAC and building automation related topics.
- Work directly and independently with external clients to understand and define their training needs, develop training to address needs, and subsequently deliver customized training.
- Establish the alignment between workforce to academic through industry-recognized certifications.
- Align programs with the career communities developed by Academic Affairs as part of the college wide guided pathways initiative
- Develop and revise training materials that integrate adult learning theory using a variety of delivery methods to include face-to-face, hybrid and on-line.
- Use solid instructional design methodology, interactive activities, job aids to include competency based evaluations.
- Lead or participate in projects designed to improve training and learning by establishing standardized, measurable assessments and evaluations.
- Assist in the design and development of interactive and multimedia instructional programs using the latest technology, including but not limited to software, hardware, web-based applications, social media tools and other emerging technologies.
- Design and develop hybrid and on-line courses using video editing software
- Produce narrative videos
- Document new and existing curriculum processes and system functionalities.
- Develop, implement and maintain ongoing evaluation strategy, measure effectiveness and efficiency of training programs and monitor their impact.
- Collaborate with other Instructional Designers, Training Specialists, Trainers, full-time faculty, adjunct faculty, etc. across client groups to ensure the best utilization of resources and best practices.
- Create and maintain relationships with area manufacturers to promote all WD and JCC programs.
- Research, review and make recommendations regarding existing or new WD curriculum and programs.
- Provide instructional support to WD training programs and/or students.
- Revise, edit and critique existing, public domain or vendor curriculum for traditional, self-paced, or modularized delivery.
- Provide activity reports and fiscal forecasts as required or requested.
- Represent WD and the College to the public.
- Maintain currency and relevancy through professional development.
- Collaborate with high school guidance counselors and teachers to ensure proper understanding of the college workforce developments, certificate and degree programs in manufacturing
- Assist in maintenance, safety and security of facilities, supplies, and equipment.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Competencies:
- Customer focus and commitment to providing excellent customer service
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Detail-oriented
- Creativity
- Self-motivation
- Planning
Other Duties:
- Travel for this position is required, including travel between the Jamestown, and Cattaraugus County campuses and to other locations throughout the Colleges service area.
- Ability and willingness to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to effectively develop and manage budgets.
Qualifications:
Required: Bachelors degree plus a minimum five (5) years experience with commercial building energy management, facility management, operations and maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to demonstrate ability to perform the job.
Ability to coordinate and develop complex documents and to write and deliver persuasive proposals/presentations. Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects in a team setting. Computer application skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (or equivalent), and spreadsheet applications.
Preferred: Bachelors degree plus a minimum ten (10) years experience in with commercial building energy management, facility management, operations and maintenance.
Experience: 10+ years industry experience. 3 5 years relevant experience in teaching or training or instructional design demonstrating multi-tasking, planning, project management and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to specify learning objectives and outcomes, develop and deliver assessments, course materials and learning activities that are aligned with stated objectives and outcomes.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated project management experience. Working knowledge of graphic software applications and learning management systems. Experience integrating technology into course curriculum through a variety of delivery methods. Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
Additional Information:
Salary: $55,000 - $75,000. Excellent benefits package, including medical and dental insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, and NYS retirement.
Final candidates are subject to a pre-employment criminal background investigation.
Please note that Jamestown Community College does not sponsor H-1B Visas.
Application Instructions:
To be considered for this position, please complete the required online application and submit the following required documents, by clicking on the link below:
- Resume.
- Cover letter.
- Transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable at application but official transcripts will be required prior to appointment).
- Names and contact information for three professional references.
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Review of applications will commence immediately and continue until position is filled.
Please contact humanresources@mail.sunyjcc.edu with any questions or concerns.
JCC Non-discrimination Notice
Jamestown Community College does not discriminate and will make all decisions regarding admission and the entire educational process of its students, and recruitment, hiring, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of sex, gender (including sexual harassment, gender harassment, and harassment due to pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related conditions), gender identity, gender expression, gender non-conformity, sexual orientation, marital or domestic partner status, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information of an individual or family member of the individual, requesting an accommodation, veteran or military status, family care status, requesting or taking pregnancy, parental or disability leave, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, or regulation. All such discrimination and harassment is unlawful and will not be tolerated by JCC.
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