Director & Instructor, Construction Management at Oregon Institute of Technology in Klamath Falls, Oregon

Job Description:

Position Summary:
Position Type Non Tenure
Working Title Director & Instructor, Construction Management
Classification Title Instructor
College/Division College of Engr, Tech & Mgmt (ETM)
Department Management
Salary Range  115,000 - 120,000
Work Location Klamath Falls, OR
Position Terms/Mo 10
Full/Part time Full Time
Appointment FTE (%) 1.0
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt
Application Link Oregon Institute of Technology Portal | Director & Instructor, Construction Management

Job Description:
Oregon Institute of Technology, the premier public polytechnic university in the Pacific Northwest and the Business & Technology Department (Management) invite applications for the position of Director & Instructor in Construction Management. Oregon Tech is one of the top public regional universities in the Western United States and is consistently ranked among the top public colleges in the nation by US News & World Report. Oregon Tech offers innovative and rigorous degree programs.

Oregon Tech is a growing university with multiple locations including a rural campus in Klamath Falls, an urban campus in Portland-Metro, and a strong online presence, each offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Oregon Tech prides itself on delivering a high quality, hands-on educational experience in a collaborative learning environment.

This non-tenure track position is focused in two areas: 50%, on the establishment and management of a new Construction Management program which includes student recruitment, promoting the program, advising students, and building industry relationships and 50% course development and teaching. Teaching will be primarily in the foundational areas of heavy civil construction and construction management. Candidates for this position should have extensive construction industry experience, preferably in heavy civil construction.

As part of their professional development and service, the faculty member will have the opportunity to advance the department’s student success initiatives as related to the program across campuses. These opportunities could include building student pipelines and pathways, improving student retention, building student communities, and establishing university-community and university-industry partnerships in support of student projects and internship experiences. The faculty will also be required to participate in internal and external trainings and to grow philanthropic support and work closely with the University’s Advancement team. As such, candidates will have a history of actively working with colleagues to lead and support departmental and university initiatives.

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degrees in construction management; or related fields
• More than 10 years of construction experience, especially heavy construction

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate / terminal degree in a related field
• Demonstrated ability in teaching, both in person and online
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with construction industry in the region
• Demonstrated experience with construction technologies and equipment to create an industry-ready graduate
• Relevant industry certifications (i.e. PMP, CMAA, Lean Six Sigma)

Special Instructions for Applicants:

The initial review of applications will begin April 21, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted after the initial review date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. Therefore, at the discretion of the University, materials received after the initial review date may not receive full consideration.

To apply, please visit:  Oregon Institute of Technology Portal | Director & Instructor, Construction Management

Then, upload the following elements to your application:
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Transcripts (Unofficial)
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Professional References List
3. License/Certification

Please reach out to the Office of Human Resources for additional support.

Salary/Compensation: $115,000 - $120,000 per year

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