Columbus Technical College is seeking an individual to serve as a full-time Instructor in our Computer Information Systems/Information Technology Department. This individual will be responsible for preparation of lesson plans for classroom and lab hands on lab instruction. This position also requires evaluation of student progress in attaining goals and objectives; attend staff development training, workshops, seminars, and conferences, and ensure all safety and security requirements are met in trainings. This is a full-time/exempt position.

Please note the following information regarding this position:

1. May be required to teach high school students
2. May require teaching on or off campus throughout our service delivery area (Muscogee County, Stewart County, Quitman County, Chattahoochee County, Harris County, and Talbot County)
3. May require travel

Responsibilities:

• Instruct students in Computer Information Systems/Information Technology/Cyber Security
• Ensures adherence to technical college and safety requirements in classrooms and labs by following established procedures.
• Correctly assesses the educational needs and class progress of students.
• Selects and obtains appropriate educational materials for courses.
• Prepares reports on the status of students in the program indicating whether performance is aligned with performance indicators, program goals and progress schedule.
• Ensure consistency in syllabi, lesson plans, tests, and other appropriate materials.
• Prepares appropriate curricula, including non-traditional content and methods to achieve objectives and goals of students.
• Prepares lesson plans, prepares lectures, writes course overviews and outlines
• Prepare tests, class projects and case studies; grades papers; averages grades, prepares grade reports, and coordinates make-up tests with learning lab
• Completes all internal and external training requirements timely
• Assists with the design and execution of special events, projects and activities as requested
• Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in teaching discipline or information technology/computer from an accredited college or university *and* relevant certifications in the field of study

-OR-

• A Master’s degree or higher in computer information system/cyber security from an accredited college or university in the discipline

-OR-

• A Master’s degree or higher in a related field with a concentration in computer information system/cyber security and a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours or 27 graduate quarter hours in the teaching discipline

Preferred Qualifications (In addition to minimum qualifications):

• Experience teaching in a post-secondary institution
• Any of the following certifications:
  • Cisco Certification Network
  • Ass.v7(Networks)
  • CCNAv7-Switches, Routers, & Wireless Essentials
  • CCNA Enterprise Networking, Security, Automation
  • CyberOps Associate
  • Apple Swift Certification

Salary/Benefits:

Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include state holidays, annual leave, and sick leave, State of Georgia Retirement, Health and Flexible Benefits Program.

Application Deadline:

Applications accepted until filled. Applicants must submit a Columbus Technical College employment application online and upload a cover letter, resume and copy of transcript(s) at time of application (Incomplete submissions will not be considered). **Please note: All references will be checked prior to employment offer. Post offer requirements will include a criminal background check and motor vehicle records check. **

Please note: If you are a current retiree of the State of Georgia Teachers Retirement System (TRS) or Employee’s Retirement System (ERS), you must contact your retirement system prior to working for Columbus Technical College and verify your eligibility to work and the work hour limitations. Failure to comply with the retirement system’s requirements may cause a delay or stoppage of your retirement pay. Upon hire, you must notify Columbus Technical College Human Resources Department of your retirement status.

Employment Policy:
Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Columbus Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.
For nondiscrimination information, please contact:

• Dr. Felicia Harris, Title IX Coordinator for Students – 706.641.5032, fharris@columbustech.edu
• Jennifer Thompson, Title IX Coordinator for Employees – 706.649.1883, jthompson@columbustech.edu
• Olive Vidal-Kendall, Section 504 Coordinator (ADA/Section 504) – 706.649.1442, ovidal-kendall@columbustech.edu

All coordinators can also be reached at Columbus Technical College, 928 Manchester Expressway, Columbus, Georgia 31904-6572.