Instructor or Assistant Professor of Oil & Gas Technology - Southeast New Mexico College

Required: Bachelor’s degree in a related field with five (5) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties or Associate’s degree in a related field with ten (10) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties. Master’s degree and experience teaching at the two-year college level preferred. Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience as approved by the Human Resources Department.

Rank: Instructor or Assistant Professor DOE

Tenure Status: Tenure Track

Salary: $59,160 to $65,790 DOE

Primary Activity: Credit and non-credit teaching opportunities, coordination of adjunct faculty teaching Oil & Gas related coursework.

General Information of Campus:

Located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is a newly independent public community college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. A proud Hispanic Serving Institution, it awards certificates and associate degrees that serve the needs of its region and prepare students to transfer to programs at other colleges or universities. SENMC offers Early College and Dual Credit programs in collaboration with local high schools.

Southeast New Mexico College enjoys the strong support of its community, and has been awarded several grants, which include $11.7 million from the U.S. Department of Energy and several multimillion-dollar grants from the U.S. Department of Education for student support.

The college’s diverse employee pool includes 38 full time faculty, 69 adjunct faculty, and 102 staff members. SENMC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, and college tuition reimbursement. More information on SENMC can be obtained from its website at

Position Summary:

Southeast New Mexico College is seeking applications for a full-time faculty position in Oil & Gas Technology. The accepted job candidate will teach courses in Oil & Gas Technology and related fields based on experience. The faculty member hired in this position is responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities to promote student-centered learning and success. At a minimum, the related activities include instruction, holding office hours, serving on various committees, and demonstrating a commitment to professional development through participating in local, state, regional, and national professional activities, and organizations.

Requirements for the Position:

Will be assigned to teach on a 9-month contract of 15 credit hours per semester (or the equivalent) of 100 and 200-level classes. Holds regular office hours in accordance with the policies established in the Faculty Manual. Teaching duties include teaching effectively to a diverse student body, conducting ongoing assessments of courses, and developing courses. College service commitments include participating in professional development activities and serving on various committees for the benefit of Southeast New Mexico College. Faculty may be assigned weekend and evening classes, and/or online classes. Evaluates student performance and instructional methods using the college’s established system of assessment. Serves as a member of the college’s various governance committees and task forces to promote institutional/instructional efficiency and support a culture of learning. Collaborates with other departments in regard to interdisciplinary projects, campus events, and instructional training. Attends scheduled faculty meetings, department meetings, required training, and committee meetings. Performs other duties as assigned. Since this position requires in-person teaching and other in-person faculty duties, the candidate will be required to live within commuting distance of Southeast New Mexico College.

Duties:

• Delivers classroom instruction that supports the learning outcomes of Oil & Gas Technology courses


• Must be willing to teach weekends and evenings as assigned


• Must participate in professional development activities, to include obtaining and maintaining industry recognized certifications required by the curriculum (e.g., National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) instructor certification)


• Evaluates student performance and instructional methods using the college’s established system of assessment


• Serves as a member of the college’s various governance committees and task forces to promote institutional/instructional efficiency and support a culture of learning


• Holds regular office hours in accordance with the policies established in the Faculty Manual


• Collaborates with other departments in regard to interdisciplinary projects, campus events, and instructional trainings


• Attends scheduled faculty meetings, department meetings, required trainings, and committee meetings


• Performs other duties as assigned

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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Finalists will be asked to demonstrate their teaching skills during the interview process.

Affirmative Action Statement:

.SENMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Reach and grasp objects


• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl


• Use of video display terminal


• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills


• Communicate information orally and in writing


• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication


• Proofread and check documents for accuracy


• Work a fluctuating work schedule

Performing the essential functions of this position requires the use of a computer throughout most of the workday, the ability to navigate a typical office environment, significant amounts of interpersonal interaction including oral and written communication, and the ability to keep track of multiple tasks, projects, deadlines, information sources and business processes. This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.