ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS!
The Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Division of AVTEC, is recruiting for a
Construction Instructor located in Seward!
No Cover Letter Required!
This position is in the Alaska Vocational Technical Center Teacher's Unit (AVTECTA).
What You Will Be Doing:
As an AVTEC Instructor, you will serve as an instructional subject matter expert in construction. You will plan, develop, and deliver short-term and long-term courses in Construction Technology, Building Maintenance and Construction, and Vessel Repair and Maintenance, utilizing various instructional methodologies and delivery models to maximize access and learning by students of varying skill levels. In addition, you will participate in the development and implementation of construction based apprentice programs.
Our Organization, Mission and Culture:
The Alaska Vocational Technical Center has been training Alaskans for work for over 50 years and the staff and instructors continue to play a vital role in the success of AVTEC students. We help them change their lives through training and preparation for work in their chosen field. Our mission, to deliver flexible, accessible and affordable workforce training that is responsive to the dynamic needs of business and industry and serves Alaska’s diverse communities, is realized through our day to day operations. We live by and model the core values of professionalism, respect, accountability, citizenship, and inclusion in all we do to help Alaskans gain skills, secure employment, and succeed in life.
The Benefits of Joining Our Team:
Everyday at AVTEC brings new opportunity for growth and development. In this position, you will be able to develop and hone your skills and build knowledge and competencies in new areas. As a member of the staff at a division of the State of Alaska, you are employed by the State of Alaska and as such are offered paid leave accrual, retirement and health benefits, and with the nature of the calendar year at AVTEC there is opportunity for flexibility in taking leave and alternative working schedules.
The Working Environment You Can Expect:
AVTEC is located in Seward, a small and friendly community situated at the head of Resurrection Bay, surrounded by mountains. Amenities like coffee shops, retails stores, and restaurants are all within walking distance from any AVTEC campus and beautiful nature trails and a great walking/bike path is just steps away from the office door. The working environment and culture is friendly, flexible, and supportive and we believe in a healthy work/life balance and provide opportunity to pursue that daily.
This position requires periodic travel throughout Alaska for remote delivery of courses.
Who We Are Looking For:
To be successful in the position a candidate will need the following core competencies:- Education and Training: Knowledge of teaching, training, research, making presentations, lecturing, testing, and other instructional methods.
- Oral Communication: Makes clear and convincing oral presentations. Listens effectively; clarifies information as needed.
- Written Communication: Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
- Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
- Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.