Job Title Water/Wastewater Instructor (Remote) Agency Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service Department Infrastructure Training And Safety Institute Proposed Minimum Salary $5,833.34 monthly Job Location Bryan, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description The Agency Instructor I, under direction, will assist in training various specialty skilled and/or semi-skilled courses within the Water Program. The Agency Instructor I will utilize their knowledge of adult learning theories and learning styles to help maximize learner success and ensure overall effectiveness of the course instruction. The Agency Instructor I will perform online and/or classroom instruction, field-based skills training, and/or may provide technical assistance. This position will also use a variety of media to present course materials and may assist in creating new and/or updating curriculum content, when necessary, to meet learner needs. This is a remote position. The Agency Instructor I is expected to maintain their technical competence and skills and will report to the Agency Training Manager. Required Qualifications: + Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (equivalency: will consider an Associate’s degree with six years of related experience in the operation, maintenance, design, construction, or regulation of water utility systems or a High School Diploma/GED with eight years of related experience in the operation, maintenance, design, construction, or regulation of water utility systems) + Three years of experience in the operation, maintenance, design, construction, or regulation of water utility systems + TCEQ Sponsor RequirementsOne year of experience in training adults, and 60 hours of classroom instructional experience ORCompletion of approved Instructor training courses in:1. Methods of Teaching OR Effective Instructional TechniquesAND2. Instructional Design and Evaluation OR Organizational and Use of Training Materials Required Licenses/Certifications: + Valid Driver’s License + Texas Class "B" Water License + Texas Class "B" Wastewater License Physical Requirements: + Ability to communicate orally and in writing + Ability to regularly use a computer/keyboard + Ability to work outdoors exposed to various weather conditions, potential allergens, elevated noise levels, cold and heat + Ability to support training delivery for up to 8-10 hours/day (standing) + Physical conditioning consistent with setting up classrooms, wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) during instruction, movement of training equipment and instructional materials up to 40 lbs. + Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines Preferred Qualifications: + Master's Degree from an accredited college or university + Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology or related field from an accredited college or university + Five or more years of experience in the operation, maintenance, design, construction, or regulation of water utility systems + Six months or more experience as an Instructor in Water Utilities courses + Texas Class "A" Water license, with experience in both Surface Water and Groundwater + Texas Class "A" Wastewater license + Texas BPAT, CSI, or OSSF licensing + Five or more years of adult education and/or training Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: + Advanced knowledge and understanding in the operation, maintenance, design, construction, or regulation of water utility systems + Knowledge of basic office and online presentation software and instructional programs + Strong verbal/written communication and presentation skills + Knowledge of principles and methods for teaching and instructing individuals and groups + Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods + Skilled in utilizing various learning and active listening strategies + Ability to orally comprehend and express information and use inductive and deductive reasoning + Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others + Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality + Strong interpersonal and organizational skills + Ability to interact respectfully and professionally with all levels of management, staff, students, and customers Equipment: + Standard office equipment: computer, keyboard, multifunctional printer, telephone + Training and field equipment + PPE as necessary Notifications: + This position is security-sensitive. + This position may require up to 80% or more travel. + This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. + This position allows telecommuting per TEEX guidelines. + This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TEEX regulations and procedures. + All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and Agency safety requirements. Essential Duties, Tasks, and Percentages: Provide classroom and field instruction for the Water and Wastewater Training Program - 80%: + Travels to remote locations and provides classroom instruction across the state as assigned by program supervisor (travel will frequently require multiple overnight stay(s)) + Ensures concerned parties, points of contacts, host organization, agencies, are contacted and notified of schedules, locations, and times + Ensures all training materials and training aids are prepared before class and secured and accounted for upon completion of the course + Follows approved curriculum course outline, performs all course exercises as explained in the Instructor Guide + Ensures participants have achieved terminal objectives of the course + Provides the opportunity for participants to evaluate training + Assists with course development and review as needed, recommends changes/updates to materials + Maintains subject matter expertise on water related topics of instruction + Administers course post-testing + Ensures completion and collection of student attendance rosters, registration forms, pre-test/post-test, course evaluations, and delivery records forms + Prepares class records and ensures that they are submitted in a timely fashion at the conclusion of the training + Ensures class documentation is completed in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with division guidance, Agency, and contractual requirements (if applicable) Assist in the development and/or revision of the various water program courses as required- 10%: + Updates technical courses, conducts special training courses as assigned by the program supervisor + Develops course outlines for new or emerging treatment technologies + Researches, develops, and writes new instructional material in support of the Water Program and/or updates materials in support of other water related courses + Ensures that new instructional materials are reviewed as they become available to determine relevance with current courses + Actively participates in team meetings and events Provide technical assistance and program support –10%: + Provides on-site technical assistance and one-on-one training to operators of water & wastewater treatment plants to assist in the improvement of water quality and the public health + Assists the Training Manager/Coordinator with customer interactions + Assists in the marketing of division programs and events to potential customers and students + Submits administrative paperwork to include timesheets and travel expenses/receipts within the required time frame per agency and division policy Other Duties: + Participates in professional development opportunities + Maintains involvement with Agency Initiatives (CoP’s, committees, etc.) + Actively demonstrates the TEEX Values – Safety, Teamwork, Adaptability, Respect, and Stewardship + Maintains and safeguards assigned divisional equipment and property + Generates e-mails and reports as needed + Maintains a clean and professional appearance + Maintains an orderly and clean workspace + Demonstrates a positive attitude and work ethic + Exhibits punctuality by arriving to work and scheduled events on time + Performs additional work duties as assigned + As part of the TEEX’s mission of providing training, developing practical solutions, and saving lives; this position could be required, if called upon, to deploy within the State of Texas as directed by this position’s Division Director/ HQ Department Head All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.