Assistant Professor, Welding

Position Overview

Degree Level: Total Annual Pay
Associate Degree $50,000.00
Bachelor's Degree $52,500.00
Master's Degree $55,000.00
Doctorate Degree $57,500.00

The following is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This list of duties is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all the functions and responsibilities performed.

Position Summary:
ENMU-Roswell is seeking a qualified and dedicated Welding Instructor to join our faculty on a full-time, tenure-track basis. This nine-month contract position is key to delivering hands-on technical welding and fabrication education. This position includes teaching responsibilities, including some evening hours. Some travel may be required for recruitment, community outreach, and professional development. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will contribute to other academic initiatives aligned with their expertise and the College’s evolving needs. This position reports to the Academic Director and the Dean of Technical Education.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach a range of welding courses, including:
  • Structural and pipe welding (introductory through advanced levels)
  • Welding-related mathematics
  • Print reading
  • Metal fabrication techniques
• Prepare students for welder qualification exams and industry certification.
• Develop course materials, syllabi, and maintain online content via Canvas.
• Track and report student attendance and academic performance.
• Maintain welding lab equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Advise students on academic plans and progress toward credentials.
• Participate in departmental planning and semester course scheduling.
• Serve on college committees and attend required meetings and campus events.
• Contribute to recruitment and outreach initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the College’s mission.

Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Associate’s degree plus three years of full-time work experience in the welding field or five years of full-time work experience in the welding field. Applicants without an Associate’s degree or AWS Certification (CWI/CWE) must complete the degree and obtain CWI/CWE certification within three years of the hire date.
• Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• Authorization to work in the United States at the time of employment.

• Associate's Degree or higher in a related field such as:
  • Welding
  • Metallurgy
  • Mechanical Engineering
• Teaching experience.
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or Certified Welding Educator (CWE).

Working Conditions

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, in environments varying temperatures, including extreme hot and cold.
• Requires lifting up to 80 pounds and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• May involve minor safety hazards that could result in cuts, bruises, or similar injuries.
• Deadlines are routine with generally sufficient lead time. Work volume varies seasonally in a predictable manner. Priorities are usually anticipated, though some interruptions and occasional pressure from individuals other than the immediate supervisor may occur.
• The job frequently requires standing, sitting, talking, and hearing.
• Occasionally requires walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, manual dexterity, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Vision requirements include the ability to read printed and electronic information.
• Work is performed in a non-smoking facility.

Additional Information

Electronic Application Instructions: Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link on the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:

Required Documents:
Letter of Interest
Resume / Curriculum vitae
Contact information for three references (blind or off list reference checks may be conducted on finalists)
Transcripts Official or Unofficial (Scanned/PDF transcripts required if being used to meet the minimum or preferred qualifications; Copy and Paste transcripts will not be considered.)

ENMU-R is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Title IX/IPRA. Eastern New Mexico University - Roswell does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact the office of human resources at (575) 624-7412. New Mexico is an open records state; therefore ENMU-R complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Any concerns regarding sex discrimination should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator at either titleix.coordinator@enmu.edu, (575) 562-2235, or Quay Hall Office 109, 1500 S Avenue K, Portales, NM 88130. Requests for records should be sent to Teresa Casarez at teresa.casarez@roswell.enmu.edu. For any other inquires please contact Human Resources at (575) 624-7412 or email roswell.hr@enmu.edu

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

ENMU-Roswell reserves the right to cancel, change, or close any advertised position at any time. The decision to do so will be based upon the needs of the University and the final determination will rest with the President.

APPLICANTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SUBMITTING COMPLETE APPLICATIONS

Insurance

Insurance for Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell is offered through the New Mexico Public Schools Insurance Authority. High coverage and low coverage options are offered for medical and dental insurance so employees can choose the plan that's right for them.

• Health insurance is offered through both Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico and the Presbyterian Health Plan
• Dental insurance is offered through United Concordia.
• Vision insurance is offered through Davis Vision.
• Life insurance is offered through Standard Life Insurance Company and UNUM Life Insurance Company.

• Medical leave is accrued 48 hours in the Fall and 48 hours in the Spring.
• Personal Leave - Five personal work days each academic year and two work days during the summer. Only regular faculty will be eligible for personal leave. Personal leave will not accumulate from academic year to academic year.

• During the first year of service, full time non-exempt (hourly) employees accrue 7 hours of annual leave and 7 hours of medical leave per month.
• The second year of service, full time non-exempt employees accrue 10 hours of annual leave and 10 hours of medical leave per month.
• The third and subsequent years of service, full time non-exempt employees accrue 14.66 hours of annual leave and 14 hours of medical leave per month.
• Employees must work for the University for three months before they are eligible to use annual leave.
• Leave accruals will be pro-rated for part time employees.

• Full time exempt employees accrue 14.66 hours of annual leave and 14 hours of medical leave per month.
• Employees must work for the University for three months before they are eligible to use annual leave.
• Leave accruals will be pro-rated for part time employees.