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Sustainable-Renewable Energy Instructor

Colby Community College 

Location:  Norton, KS

DESCRIPTION

~ Colby Community College is located in northwest Kansas, approximately 50 miles from the Nebraska and Colorado borders. From a humble beginning of the 99 students in 1964, CCC now serves more than 1900 students annually. ~

In addition to a 57-acre main campus, CCC has a 60-acre farm used as a hands-on laboratory and training facility. The college also accommodates hundreds of off-campus students through face-to-face, online, and hybrid courses.

A number of studies conclude CCC is a solid educational investment. Colby has a strong history of student performance and ranks near the top for graduation and retention rates among all Kansas community colleges. 

Position Overview

Colby Community College is accepting applications for a full-time Sustainable-Renewable Energy Instructor to teach at the Norton Correctional Facility. The office for this position is located inside the NCF. The nine-month position begins in August 2020. Candidate should establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, administrators, and faculty. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will assess student learning and application of course objectives and competencies, along with designing, developing, and maintaining course curriculum.

Participation in various professional activities, such as actively serving on program advisory committees with area businesses, recruiting and advising students is expected. Must understand the importance of technology, integrity, innovative thinking, and working as a team to increase enrollment in a rural setting. 

Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Knowledge and understanding of electricity and/or electronics
  • Experience in electrical, solar, or wind energy field, or possess a renewable energy technology certificate or equivalent

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