Job description

Gallatin College Montana State University (MSU) is seeking an Advanced Technology Division Director to oversees all Advanced Technology programs and their associated faculty. The Division Director for Advanced Technology has teaching responsibilities and will administer overall operations for the Advanced Technology programs, which currently include Photonics and the Aviation Electronics programs. Other advanced technology programs will be added as needed by industry. This is an annual .80 FTE contract with administrative and faculty contract duties.

Gallatin College MSU is Southwest Montana’s two-year college, offering associate degrees and one-year professional certificates. Gallatin College complements the four-year programs at MSU and ensures access to workforce development that promotes a vibrant local economy.

Gallatin College’s Advanced Technology Programs prepare students with the skills necessary for employment in Southwest Montana. Gallatin College provides a comprehensive, accessible, responsive, student-centered learning environment that facilitates and supports the achievement of individuals’ professional and personal goals, and enhances the development of Montana’s citizens, communities, and economy.

The journey to discovering your purpose may take many turns and Gallatin College faculty and staff support students on their own unique journeys. Faculty and staff work closely with individual students to provide guidance, help them learn in their own ways, provide career advice and most importantly, ensure student success.

We seek individuals who work professionally, independently, and effectively with diverse individuals. Candidates must possess successful interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills and have the ability to contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Montana State University.

Duties and Responsibilities
Recruit, hire, supervise and manage non-tenure track faculty to ensure quality of instruction meets industry and accreditation standards in accordance with college policies.
Teach a couple of courses a semester in any Advanced Technology program, courses could include electronics, photonics, or avionics.
Be available to teach and support faculty and students during the evening hours and when needed.
Summer hours will also be required not more than 10 hours a week and those can be flexed.
Coordinate program activities alongside Gallatin College administration, faculty, and staff.
Develop and implement the request, purchase and maintenance of instructional equipment and supplies to ensure inventory control and efficiency for the program.
Foster positive student and industry relations, including coordination of the Advanced Technology program’s Advisory board.
Monitor and research national trends in Advanced Technology and related fields to ensure relevant instruction and course offerings to a broad range of students.
Evaluate success of program on an annual basis to include student, alumni, and employer satisfaction, based on assessments of students, and employers.
Make needed improvements to the programs, which may include new programs or courses.
Recruit, retain, and graduate students according to college expectations.
Seek relevant industry certification that ensures quality and industry connection.
Prepare reports as necessary for internal and external review.
Serve on campus committees to foster a supportive institutional climate and an informed faculty and staff support network.
Oversees academic advising with student success team for students, from orientation to graduation.
Seek industry accreditation for the programs to ensure quality; assist in the improvement of the programs and maintain relevance of education with the industry.
Implements student tracking systems, direct the collection of data at key points identified in the evaluation plan, including retention, graduation, and placement rates.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Associate degree in an Advanced Technology subject matter, or related field.
At least 3 years demonstrated experience in private and/or public industry in an advanced technology capacity. Which could include photonics, electronics, avionics, or advanced manufacturing.
Experience networking with local industry partners.
3 years’ experience teaching or training in an educational setting or in industry.
Demonstrated proficiency in your industry specific software or CRM.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, which could include photonics, electronics, engineering, avionics, or advanced technical manufacturing.
Certification or equivalent in your related advanced technology field.
Experience teaching or training in an educational or private workforce training setting.
Experience teaching and administration in a technical or community college.
Use of technology beyond basic computer skills.
Use of simulation technology for teaching-learning.

The Successful Candidate Will
Commitment to two-year education that meets high academic standards and responds to student and industry needs.
Passion for teaching grounded in candidate’s area of expertise and a commitment to student success.
Possess strong management skills to oversee the faculty, students, facilities, and curricula for Advanced Technology programs.
Desire to innovate and to grow professionally and engage with the advanced technology community and faculty.
Contribute to an effective work atmosphere by interacting positively and appropriately with students, co-workers, supervisors, visitors, and community members.
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work positively with teams and individuals with diverse backgrounds, ethnicities, and interests.
Willingness to participate actively in college activities beyond one’s field of expertise.
Membership in the appropriate industry associations.
Have an appreciation of diverse constituencies and add intellectual diversity to the department.
Dedication to supporting and enhancing Montana State University’s initiative for diversity, equity, and inclusiveness.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
Some evening work schedule and hours are required.
Special events and work during those special events will be required.
This position requires travel to multiple educational labs around the county.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Physical Demands
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The Program
The Advanced Technology Division incorporates a variety of advanced technology programs which will include photonics, avionics, electronics and others as appropriate

The Department
These programs are part of Gallatin College Workforce programs.

The College
Gallatin College is Southwest Montana’s two-year college. Gallatin College is a college of Montana State University, that offers workforce programs at the Certificate of Applied Science and Associate levels. Additionally, Gallatin College offers Associate of Art, and Associate of Science degrees.
Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date

Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on April 28th, 2023 ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions
Diversity Statement

Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html
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FLSA Status Exempt

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