Electrical Trades Technology (Electrician) Instructor - Full - Time Faculty in Auburn Hills, Michigan at Oakland Community College Office Of Human Resources

Oakland Community College is seeking a full-time Electrical Trades Technology (Electrician) instructor who will participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses, and other experiences that will directly result in the educational growth of the students and support advancement of the strategic plan of the program and college.

The Electrical Trades Technology (Electrician) Faculty member provides high-quality classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction in electrical trades programs. Instruction is aligned with current industry standards, safety practices, and applicable electrical codes. The faculty member supports student success, workforce development, and industry partnerships while contributing to the continued growth and improvement of the program.

$70,857- $80,694 Starting Base Salary ($70,857 - $126,747 full salary range for the 2026-27 Salary Schedule).

Potential for additional pay:
Overload – 60% over base
Supplemental contract
Coordination of Program

Instruction and Curriculum

• Teach electrical trades courses in classroom, laboratory, and hands-on learning environments.
• Deliver instruction aligned with the National Electrical Code (NEC), industry standards, and workplace safety requirements.
• Teach topics including electrical theory, wiring methods, residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems, motor controls, and electrical safety.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi, student learning outcomes, assessments, and instructional materials.
• Regularly lead curriculum development and revisions through established College processes to stay current with industry codes and processes.
• Support the development and implementation of Electrical Trades certificate and degree programs.
• Build and develop a robust Advisory Board for ETT program relevance

Student Support and Engagement

• Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress, career pathways, and industry opportunities.
• Support student retention, completion, and workforce readiness initiatives.
• Maintain regular office hours and communicate effectively with students regarding course expectations and academic success.
• Participate in outreach and recruitment initiatives and events

Program and Institutional Responsibilities

• Participate in program review, curriculum assessment, and continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, advisors, and industry partners to support student success and program effectiveness.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry practices, emerging technologies, and applicable electrical codes.
• Support accreditation, assessment, compliance, and other College initiatives as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician license or card.
• Associate degree or higher in Electrical Technology or a closely related field.
• Minimum three (5) years of recent experience in the electrical trade.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master Electrician license.
• Teaching, training, or apprenticeship instruction experience.
• Experience working with commercial and/or industrial electrical systems.
• Experience developing curriculum or training materials.
• Familiarity with instructional technologies and student-centered teaching practices.
• Experience teaching in a community college, technical school, apprenticeship program, or workforce development setting.
• Demonstrated commitment to student success and inclusive teaching practices.
• Ability to teach in multiple instructional modalities, including face-to-face, hybrid, and online environments.