Credit-Free Instructors

Category: Credit Free Subscribe: Department: Workforce Development and Continuing Education Locations: Poughkeepsie, NY Posted: Dec 18, 2020 Closes: Open Until Filled Type: Part-time Position ID: 127158 About Dutchess Community College:

Located in the heart of New York's beautiful and historic mid-Hudson Valley, just 90 minutes north of New York City, Dutchess Community College (DCC) is one of 64 colleges within the State University of New York, the largest comprehensive public higher education system in the country.

DCC's strategic direction is guided by four lenses through which we view our work: Students. Learning. Community. Growth. We are committed to respecting individuality, embracing diversity, being "student-ready," partnering with and serving our community inclusively. The College welcomes and seeks to grow pools of prospective employees who share and are anxious to support the institution's core values: Excellence. Collaboration. Engagement. Equity. Innovation.

Job Description:

This is a call for applications to create a pool of qualified credit-free instructors. Credit-free instructors at DCC teach a variety of classes in the department of Workforce Development & Continuing Education. Applications will be kept on file for two years, at which time applicants seeking to remain in the pool must reapply and update their information.

The Office of Workforce Development & Continuing Education (WDCE) at Dutchess Community College provides high quality, market-responsive workforce development training. We serve businesses of all sizes, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies, as well as individuals who are seeking a new or enhanced skill-set.

Credit-free Instructors may deliver workshops or courses on our main campus, at our extension locations, online, or on-site at a business or organization's location.

Applications can be for one or any combination of the following areas:

Leadership and/or Organizational Management

Human Resource Management

Employee Growth (Entry level to professional)

Advanced Manufacturing & Supply Chain Management

Information Technology (including cybersecurity, programming, cloud computing, etc.)

As well as specific, certified career-training areas

Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

NYS Security Guard Training

NYS Real Estate licensure

Other career-training areas

Requirements:

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Appropriate licensure and/or industry specific certification, as applicable

• 3+ years' experience in related field (industry-specific)

• Experience instructing students or mentoring employees in a formal or informal setting (classroom, workshop, company training, apprenticeship, etc.)

• Demonstrated commitment to remaining current in emerging trends, topics, and new research in subject matter area(s) of expertise

• Strong communication, presentation, and public speaking skills

• The ability to work effectively with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff

• The ability to work effectively without direct supervision

Additional Information:

The college will independently verify education credentials as provided on the application. Additional references may be requested. All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States

Application Instructions:

Please complete our online application by clicking on the "Apply" button, and include the following:

• A current resume or curriculum vita

• A cover letter that identifies your area of expertise and demonstrates how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position

• Three current professional references

SALARY: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience

Applications from minorities, veterans, the disabled and all others are encouraged (AA/EOE).

Dutchess Community College is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.