Lecturer or Professional Practice Assistant Professor - Behi - UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY
PRICE, UT
About the Job
Lecturer or Professional Practice Assistant Professor - Behind the Wheel - CDL
Requisition ID: 2023-6609
# of Openings: 2
Location: US-UT-Price
Category: Faculty
Position Type: Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification: Faculty
College: College of Agriculture and Applied Sc
Department: Technology Design and Technical Educ
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits
Overview
The Department of Technology, Design, and Technical Education (TDTE) at Utah State University (USU) is seeking two (2) full-time, dynamic, knowledgeable, and experienced candidates for two faculty positions as a Lecturer or Professional Practice Assistant Professor, Behind the Wheel - CDL, at the USU Eastern Campus in Price, Utah. This position is a non-tenure track, fiscal-year (twelve-month) appointment.
The role assignment is 95% teaching and 5% service.
Estimated start date is August 1, 2023.
Responsibilities
This individual will be responsible for providing behind-the-wheel training involving the actual operation of a commercial motor vehicle by a student (entry-level driver). The two individuals will follow current program curriculum, Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations, and will coordinate instruction with all trucking program personnel. The two individuals will be responsible for training students how to safely drive Class A, semi-tractor-trailer, commercial motor vehicles with non-synchronized manual transmissions, fifth wheel coupling, single trailers of up to 53 feet and possibly double belly dump trailers. The following are specific responsibilities:
* Conduct demonstrations of driving operations to students
* Ensure all students are operating equipment safely and within university policy
* Supervise assigned students and provide documentation of student attendance and training records, including administering skills evaluations
* Provide in-person instruction on daily basis to students in the following areas:
* Learner permit (Laws and Regulations)
* Pre-trip Inspection (Maintenance)
* Basic Control Skills (Dump and Trailering, Backing skills)
* Road Driving (Behind the Wheel)
* Ensure Program vehicles are fueled
* Provide minor maintenance of vehicles
* Process paperwork for the ELDT (computer skills)
* Assist with theory instruction as needed
Skills and Abilities:
The successful candidate should have the following skills and abilities:
Skills:
* Analytical and problem-solving skills
* Interpersonal problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
* Skills in ordering equipment and supplies
Abilities:
* Ability to teach in-person
* Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, non-verbally, and in writing
* Ability to develop and enforce policy and procedures
* Ability to develop calendar training schedules
* Ability to plan, manage, evaluate, and achieve goals
* Ability to assess organization and individual performance
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications for Lecturer
* Holds a valid CDL Class A license
* Five years verifiable experience driving Class A, commercial motor vehicles (formal academic training from an accredited college may be substituted for three years of work experience at the... For full info follow application link.
USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protec
ted veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).
Requisition ID: 2023-6609
# of Openings: 2
Location: US-UT-Price
Category: Faculty
Position Type: Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification: Faculty
College: College of Agriculture and Applied Sc
Department: Technology Design and Technical Educ
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits
Overview
The Department of Technology, Design, and Technical Education (TDTE) at Utah State University (USU) is seeking two (2) full-time, dynamic, knowledgeable, and experienced candidates for two faculty positions as a Lecturer or Professional Practice Assistant Professor, Behind the Wheel - CDL, at the USU Eastern Campus in Price, Utah. This position is a non-tenure track, fiscal-year (twelve-month) appointment.
The role assignment is 95% teaching and 5% service.
Estimated start date is August 1, 2023.
Responsibilities
This individual will be responsible for providing behind-the-wheel training involving the actual operation of a commercial motor vehicle by a student (entry-level driver). The two individuals will follow current program curriculum, Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations, and will coordinate instruction with all trucking program personnel. The two individuals will be responsible for training students how to safely drive Class A, semi-tractor-trailer, commercial motor vehicles with non-synchronized manual transmissions, fifth wheel coupling, single trailers of up to 53 feet and possibly double belly dump trailers. The following are specific responsibilities:
* Conduct demonstrations of driving operations to students
* Ensure all students are operating equipment safely and within university policy
* Supervise assigned students and provide documentation of student attendance and training records, including administering skills evaluations
* Provide in-person instruction on daily basis to students in the following areas:
* Learner permit (Laws and Regulations)
* Pre-trip Inspection (Maintenance)
* Basic Control Skills (Dump and Trailering, Backing skills)
* Road Driving (Behind the Wheel)
* Ensure Program vehicles are fueled
* Provide minor maintenance of vehicles
* Process paperwork for the ELDT (computer skills)
* Assist with theory instruction as needed
Skills and Abilities:
The successful candidate should have the following skills and abilities:
Skills:
* Analytical and problem-solving skills
* Interpersonal problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
* Skills in ordering equipment and supplies
Abilities:
* Ability to teach in-person
* Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, non-verbally, and in writing
* Ability to develop and enforce policy and procedures
* Ability to develop calendar training schedules
* Ability to plan, manage, evaluate, and achieve goals
* Ability to assess organization and individual performance
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications for Lecturer
* Holds a valid CDL Class A license
* Five years verifiable experience driving Class A, commercial motor vehicles (formal academic training from an accredited college may be substituted for three years of work experience at the... For full info follow application link.
USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protec
ted veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).
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