FACULTY POSTINGS

Adjunct Ag Mechanical Systems- Precision Agriculture- NOC – Tonkawa 

Northern Oklahoma College Division of Agriculture & Biological Science in Tonkawa is seeking an adjunct instructor an Ag Mechanical Systems course for the Fall 2024 semester. Applications will be taken until the position is filled. Applicants must have a minimum requirement of a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, or closely related field, and exhibit strong communication skills. A master’s degree with preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Ability to lead hands-on laboratory experiments demonstrating new technology in precision agriculture
• Teaching a maximum of 12 credit hours per the fall and spring semesters, with the understanding that the number of hours available will fluctuate from semester to semester based on the needs of the division.
• Schedule a minimum of 30 minutes of office hours either prior to or following class period.
• Provide required data for program assessment.

Areas of Knowledge and Expertise Include:

• A thorough understanding of subject matter of the courses taught and of laboratory techniques required of the course. Topics to be covered will include: historical and modern farming equipment, set up and use of GPS systems on agricultural equipment, agricultural automation and robotics, and irrigation and fertilization techniques.
• Prior teaching experience and classroom management is preferred.
• Mastery of computer skills.
• Experience with Learning Management System (LMS) is preferred (training will be available).
• Subject to satisfactory Fair Credit Reporting Act Disclosure which includes a criminal background check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, push, lift, haul, pull, reach, carry, grasp, squat or stoop, bend and twist the body while performing essential duties, use hands to operate controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, talk or hear. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Applicants will need to submit an NOC application which is available online at www.noc.edu/faculty , a letter of application, a resume, official college transcripts, and three references with name, job title, professional relationship, phone number, address, and email address to Northern Oklahoma College, Human Resources, P.O. Box 310, Tonkawa, OK 74653 or complete application packets can be emailed to human.resources@noc.edu. EOE

Adjunct Business Instructor- NOC Tonkawa or Enid

SUMMARY: Under the direction of and in collaboration with the Division Chair, the Adjunct Business Instructor is responsible for all aspects of classroom instruction.  The Adjunct Business Instructor performs his/her duties in a timely manner with a spirit of cooperation with the Division Chair and fellow divisional faculty and in agreement with institutional policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES INCLUDE:

• Clearly communicate the essential concepts in business related courses and provide an innovative, dynamic learning environment to facilitate student learning.
• Utilize appropriate assessment measures to gauge student comprehension of material and communicate progress regularly to students through assignment feedback and online grade posting.
• Participate in scholarly activities and professional development to enhance classroom instruction.
• Assist with continued accreditation of the Business Division through the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
• Provide required student learning outcome assessment data to Division Chair in a timely manner.
• Perform duties in a manner that supports teamwork and professionalism among colleagues.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Subject to satisfactory Fair Credit Reporting Act Disclosure which includes a criminal background check.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: A minimum of a master’s degree in Business is required, MBA preferred.  Must have excellent communication and computer skills and a minimum of 18 graduate hours in business. Teaching experience or professional experience in business related field is preferred. Teaching areas could include but are not limited to Introduction to Business or Business Ethics courses. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. The position is can be located on either the Tonkawa or Enid Campuses.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, push, lift, haul, pull, reach, carry, grasp, squat or stoop, bend and twist the body while performing essential duties, use hands to operate controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, talk or hear. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Candidates must be available beginning August 2024. Please direct inquiries to Cara Beth Johnson, Division Chair (580-628-6340 or carolyn.johnson@noc.edu). Applicants will need to submit an NOC application which is available online at www.noc.edu/faculty , a letter of application, a resume, official college transcripts, and three references with name, job title, professional relationship, phone number, address and email address to Northern Oklahoma College, Human Resources, P.O. Box 310, Tonkawa, OK 74653 or complete application packets can be emailed to human.resources@noc.edu. EOE

Nursing Clinical Instructors- Stillwater & Tonkawa-Part- Time

Applications are being accepted by Northern Oklahoma College for Part-Time Nursing Clinical Instructors to teach nursing clinicals and/or assist in the campus practice lab for the Tonkawa and Stillwater campuses. A minimum of an BSN degree is required with at least 2 years of current full-time clinical experience in med-surg, mental health, critical care, OB, or pediatric settings. Instructors must have a current unencumbered RN license to practice in Oklahoma and be computer literate. Fall semester clinicals begin in August, and spring clinicals begin in January. Part-time clinical faculty are paid $50 per hour and are hired on a per-semester basis. Clinical days are negotiable. Please direct inquiries to Dr. Nikole Hicks, Division Chair (580-628-6679 or nikole.hicks@noc.edu). Applicants will need to submit an NOC application form available online at www.noc.edu/faculty, cover letter, resume, three professional recommendations, and current official transcripts to Human Resources, Northern Oklahoma College, PO Box 310, Tonkawa, OK 74653 or complete application packets can be emailed to: human.resources@noc.edu  EOE

Biological Sciences Instructor- Stillwater-Full Time

Northern Oklahoma College Division of Agriculture & Biological Science is seeking a full-time, tenure-track instructor for Biological Sciences on the Stillwater campus to begin Fall 2024. The position requires teaching in a variety of teaching modalities, which may include ITV and internet, as well as, traditional classroom setting. Other duties will include advising and committee responsibilities. Teaching areas include but may not be limited to General Biology, Microbiology, Environmental Science and corresponding laboratory sections. An evening course may be considered part of the faculty member’s teaching responsibility. A successful applicant will have a master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the biological sciences. Previous teaching experience is preferred. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Teach a minimum of 30 credit hours, typically split as 15 credit hours for both the fall and spring semesters.
• Provide academic advisement to Science students.
• Serving on two institutional committees.
• Providing required data for program assessment.
• Reviewing and completing textbook adoption as needed.
• Assisting in developing semester course schedules.

Areas of Knowledge and Expertise Include:

• A thorough understanding of subject matter of the courses taught and of laboratory techniques required of the course.
• Prior teaching experience and classroom management is preferred.

• Mastery of computer skills.
• Experience with Learning Management System (LMS) is preferred (training will be available).

• Subject to satisfactory Fair Credit Reporting Act Disclosure which includes a criminal background check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, push, lift, haul, pull, reach, carry, grasp, squat or stoop, bend and twist the body while performing essential duties, use hands to operate controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, talk or hear. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Applicants will need to submit an NOC application which is available online at www.noc.edu/faculty , a letter of application, a resume, official college transcripts, and three references with name, job title, professional relationship, phone number, address, and email address to Northern Oklahoma College, Human Resources, P.O. Box 310, Tonkawa, OK 74653 or complete application packets can be emailed to human.resources@noc.edu.EOE

Adjunct Biology Laboratory Instructor- Enid-Part Time

Northern Oklahoma College Division of Agriculture & Biological Science in Enid is seeking an adjunct instructor for General Biology Laboratory for the Fall 2024 semester. Applications will be taken until the position is filled. Applicants must have a minimum requirement of a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or closely related field, and exhibit strong communication skills. A master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Biological Science is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Teaching a maximum of 12 credit hours per the fall and spring semesters, with the understanding that the numbers hours available will fluctuate from semester to semester based on the needs of the division.
• Schedule a minimum of 30 minutes of office hours either prior to or following class period.
• Provide required data for program assessment.

Areas of Knowledge and Expertise Include:

• A thorough understanding of subject matter of the courses taught and of laboratory techniques required of the course.
• Prior teaching experience and classroom management is preferred.
• Mastery of computer skills.
• Experience with Learning Management System (LMS) is preferred (training will be available).
• Subject to satisfactory Fair Credit Reporting Act Disclosure which includes a criminal background check.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, push, lift, haul, pull, reach, carry, grasp, squat or stoop, bend and twist the body while performing essential duties, use hands to operate controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, talk or hear. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Applicants will need to submit an NOC application which is available online at www.noc.edu/faculty , a letter of application, a resume, official college transcripts, and three references with name, job title, professional relationship, phone number, address, and email address to Northern Oklahoma College, Human Resources, P.O. Box 310, Tonkawa, OK 74653 or complete application packets can be emailed to human.resources@noc.edu. EOE

Process Tech, WIND Techonology Instructors- Tonkawa-Part Time

Northern Oklahoma College Division of Engineering, Physical Science, and Process Technology is seeking an adjunct instructor to support the WIND Technology Program to begin the Fall semester of 2024. This is a teaching position on the Tonkawa Campus. Teaching areas can be adapted to the individual’s skill set in the Wind/Process Technology Industry. A successful applicant will have at least an Associate of Applied Science or Associate Degree with experience in the industry and strong communication skills. Previous teaching experience is preferred. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Applicants will need to submit an NOC application form available online at website www.noc.edu/faculty , a letter of application, resume,  official transcripts, and three references to the  Human Resource Department, Northern Oklahoma College, P.O. Box 310, Tonkawa, OK 74653 or complete application packets can be emailed to: human.resources@noc.edu . EOE

Chemistry or Physics Physical Science Instructors- Tonkawa-Part Time

Northern Oklahoma College Division of Engineering, Physical Science, and Process Technology is seeking an adjunct instructor for Chemistry or Physics to begin the Fall semester of 2024. This is a teaching position on the Tonkawa Campus. Teaching areas include General Chemistry and Concepts of Chemistry or General Physics and Concepts of Physics. However, additional teaching duties could be in the area of General Physical Science and Earth Science. A successful applicant will have a master’s degree with a minimum of 18 hours in chemistry or physics and strong communication skills. Previous teaching experience is preferred. Applicants will need to submit an NOC application form available online at website www.noc.edu/faculty , a letter of application, resume,  official transcripts, and three references to the  Human Resource Department, Northern Oklahoma College, P.O. Box 310, Tonkawa, OK 74653 or complete application packets can be emailed to: human.resources@noc.edu . EOE

Renewable Energy Specialist (60%)– Tonkawa

SUMMARY:  This is a grant-funded position housed on the NOC Tonkawa campus ending September 30, 2024, pending ongoing grant funding and performance standards. The position is responsible to lead the pilots of a new Renewable Energy option under the A.A.S. in Electronics Technology. The Specialist will lead activities related to the targeted program’s establishment in coordination with Department Chairs. Post-grant, the Specialist may also serve as an adjunct instructor for the new program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Oversee implementation of program equipment
• Lead and oversee pilots of new courses, evaluating results of program development
• Coordinate with Project Director and NOC faculty to ensure institutionalization of new academic programs
• Document and maintain record of activities toward goals of grant project

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The ideal candidate will be able to work well with students, faculty, administration, and staff members, as well as external stakeholders and supporters; work well under pressure; meet deadlines, and set priorities while maintaining professional relationships when dealing with individuals; he or she must also value the significance of collaborative inclusiveness with a diverse employee and student population. Subject to satisfactory Fair Credit Reporting Act Disclosure which includes a criminal background check.  Hire is also contingent upon Federal agency approval.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:   A minimum educational level of a Bachelor’s in Electronic Engineering Technology or similar field is required, Master’s preferred. Minimum 3 years’ professional experience in the field. Experience in instruction, higher education experience preferred. Excellent communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work on team.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, push, lift, haul, pull, reach, carry, grasp, squat or stoop, bend and twist the body while performing essential duties, use hands to operate controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, talk or hear. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Applicants will need to submit an NOC application which is available online at www.noc.edu/faculty, a letter of application, a resume, official college transcripts, and five references with name, job title, professional relationship, phone number, address and email address to Northern Oklahoma College, Human Resources, P.O. Box 310, Tonkawa, OK 74653 or complete application packets can be emailed to human.resources@noc.edu. EOE