Construction Faculty Trinidad

Position Type: Faculty 9 Month Full Time College: Trinidad State College Division: Academic Affairs Department: TSC Construction Trades Campus: Trinidad Main Campus Location: Trinidad Salary Range: 45,000 to 50,000 Who We Are: At TSC, we value and uphold a commitment to a workplace that focuses on employees. Our mission statement is "Enriching our diverse communities through quality educational experiences and lifelong learning." Trinidad State College, located in Trinidad, Colorado, is a state-supported, two-year institution of higher education. The College was established by an act of the State Legislature in 1925 and is the oldest public two-year college in the State of Colorado. The College’s Service Area includes eight rural counties characterized by low population density and small communities.

One campus is located in Trinidad and is a residential campus while the other, located in Alamosa, is a commuter campus. Both campuses serve distinct populations. As a comprehensive Community College, Trinidad State College not only offers ongoing transfer Associate of Arts Degree and Associate of Applied Science (vocational) Degree programs but also has developed and implemented numerous successful short-term vocational certificate programs, and totally inclusive adult education and developmental programs.

Job Summary

Trinidad State College is seeking a full-time Construction Faculty member based at the Trinidad Campus in Trinidad, CO. Reporting to the Dean of Instruction, this position provides high-quality instruction, student support, and program development in construction trades, including the Colorado Partnership for Education and Rural Revitalization (COPERR) program. The faculty member will teach through classroom, laboratory, shop, and supervised construction-site experiences; assess student learning; and prepare students for employment and further education. The successful candidate will bring current construction industry knowledge and practical experience to a sustained, employer-responsive program serving Trinidad State College Communities.

In addition to teaching, the faculty member will coordinate instructional and day-to-day construction activities for approved COPERR projects, emphasizing student safety, quality workmanship, timely completion, and responsible use of resources. Project activities must serve student learning and operate within approved budgets, schedules, and College authority. The Construction Faculty member is also expected to participate fully in the academic and institutional responsibilities of the College, including faculty meetings, professional development, assessment activities, advisory committee activities, student advising, recruitment and outreach, commencement, and other college activities as assigned. Duties & Responsibilities: Instruction and Curriculum • Develop and deliver high-quality instruction in construction-related courses. • Teach courses in areas such as residential construction and renovation, carpentry, construction safety, construction methods, blueprint reading, estimating, building codes, construction technology, and related areas based on qualifications and program needs. • Provide instruction through classroom, laboratory, shop, and hands-on learning environments, including approved off-campus COPERR project sites. • Prepare and maintain course syllabi, D2L course shells, instructional materials, assignments, assessments, and other required course documentation. • Align course instruction and construction-site activities with approved course and program learning outcomes; assess and document students' demonstrated skills. • Incorporate current construction practices, technologies, tools, equipment, and industry standards into instruction. • Integrate construction mathematics, problem-solving, teamwork, and professional jobsite practices into instruction. • Provide students with timely feedback and maintain accurate and timely grade records. • Maintain regular and appropriate communication with students. • Provide instruction that supports students with varying levels of academic preparation and prior construction experience.

Laboratory and Hands-On Instruction • Provide direct supervision of students during laboratory, shop, and field-based activities; assign tasks appropriate to students' training and demonstrated skills. • Provide and document instruction in the safe use of tools, equipment, materials, personal protective equipment, and construction processes. • Maintain a safe, organized, and professional instructional environment. • Apply College safety policies and applicable jobsite requirements; identify hazards, stop unsafe work, report incidents, and implement corrective action before activities resume. • Coordinate the inspection, maintenance, and safe use of construction laboratories, shops, tools, equipment, and instructional materials. • Prepare project scopes, material estimates, schedules, and resource requests for approval; coordinate vendors, inspectors, and authorized contractors. • Maintain inventory records and secure, orderly storage of program materials, tools, and equipment; support responsible use of program resources. • Coordinate required permits, inspections, and project closeout through authorized College personnel and the applicable building authority; do not begin regulated work before required approvals are in place. • Coordinate licensed trades and qualified environmental professionals as required. Students and faculty must not perform work beyond their qualifications, supervision arrangements, or legal authorization. • Identify potential lead, asbestos, structural, and other rehabilitation hazards; stop affected activities and coordinate assessment or remediation before student work proceeds. • Maintain project activity, material-use, and job-cost records with Business Office staff; track approved budgets, schedules, and milestones and promptly report variances for corrective action. • Inspect workmanship and coordinate correction of deficiencies and final inspections so approved projects are completed safely, to required standards, and ready for authorized disposition. Student Support and Advising • Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress, course selection, program completion, and career opportunities. • Identify students who may be experiencing academic or other barriers and connect them with appropriate College support services. • Support student retention, persistence, completion, and transition into employment or additional education. • Maintain appropriate office hours and availability to students. • Participate in student recruitment, orientation, outreach, and program promotional activities. Program Development and Industry Engagement • Maintain current knowledge of construction industry practices, technologies, codes, standards, and workforce needs. • Establish and maintain relationships with Trinidad State College service area construction companies, contractors, trade organizations, workforce agencies, high schools, local governments, housing partners, and other community partners. • Convene and support the Construction Program Advisory Committee in coordination with the Dean of Instruction. • Use employer feedback and student outcomes to inform curriculum, project selection, and program improvements. • Assist with development of internships, work-based learning, apprenticeships, industry certifications, and other workforce opportunities when appropriate. • Participate in program review, assessment, accreditation, and continuous improvement activities. • Work with enrollment and marketing staff on recruitment strategies that increase enrollment and awareness of construction career opportunities. • Collaborate with Academic Affairs and workforce development staff on recurring courses, short-term training, and pathways into certificates, apprenticeships, and employment based on demand and available resources. • Contribute to an annual program sustainment plan addressing enrollment, completion, employment outcomes, project completion, costs, and resources needed for continued operation.

College and Faculty Responsibilities • Participate in required faculty meetings, in-service activities, assessment days, professional development, and other institutional activities. • Participate in committee assignments and other shared governance responsibilities. • Participate in commencement, student recognition, and other College events as required. • Provide accurate student participation, training, and project documentation needed by designated College staff for COPERR reporting and compliance. • Participate in faculty evaluation processes and professional development activities. • Maintain knowledge of and comply with College policies, procedures, academic standards, and applicable state and federal regulations. • Provide technical input on proposed properties and projects. Property acquisition, sale, contracts, insurance, grant administration, and reinvestment decisions remain with authorized College personnel, subject to applicable funding requirements. • Use College purchasing and contracting processes and remain within delegated authority; obtain approval before committing funds or changing project scope. • Support the mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Trinidad State College. • Perform other related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator within the approved All other duties as assigned. Competencies/KSAs: The successful candidate should demonstrate: • Strong knowledge of residential construction, renovation, and current industry standards. • Strong commitment to workplace and instructional safety. • Ability to translate practical construction experience into effective instruction. • Ability to teach students through hands-on, project-based learning. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. • Ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, employers, and community partners. • Ability to organize instruction and construction projects, including schedules, estimates, materials, equipment, and project records. • Ability to work collaboratively in an academic environment and balance student learning with safe, timely project completion. • Commitment to student success, retention, completion, and workforce preparation. • Commitment to continuous professional and instructional improvement. Minimum Qualifications: • Associate degree in Construction, Construction Technology, Building Construction, or a closely related field or equivalent combination of education and professional experience as permitted by College policy. • Hold, or demonstrate eligibility to obtain within 90 days of hire, the local general contractor license required for assigned projects, or jurisdiction-approved qualifying-party status when the license is held by the College.

Required authorization must be secured before performing duties that require it and maintained throughout the assignment. • Significant, progressively responsible professional experience in residential construction and renovation, including hands-on work, jobsite coordination or crew supervision, and successful project completion. • Hold, or be eligible to obtain, the appropriate Colorado postsecondary Career and Technical Education (CTE) teaching credential through the College before teaching assigned CTE courses, and maintain the credential as required. • Demonstrated ability to read construction plans, estimate materials and costs, sequence work, and apply construction methods, building codes, and safety practices. • Demonstrated ability to work effectivel