Wind Turbine Technology Director and Industry Trainer

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Position:	Wind Turbine Technology Director and Industry Trainer
Classification:	Administrator
Department:	Career and Technical
Report to:	Estherville Campus Executive Dean

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
This is a full-time position located at the Estherville Campus. Primary responsibilities are to direct and supervise the Wind Turbine Technology Academic Program and employees and to develop and implement various training programs for different segments of the wind energy business/industry.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
% of TIME

Constant
(67-100%)

1.	Supervise faculty and staff in the Wind Energy Program.
2.	Develop and implement training programs with area wind energy companies for their employees.
3.	Develop and implement professional certificate programs in the wind energy area as agreed upon with supervisor.
4.	Locate, interview, hire and evaluate instructors for the Wind Turbine Technology Program and wind energy business/industry training programs.
5.	Work closely with program instructors on curriculum, scheduling, and industry needs or training.

Frequent
(34-66%)

1.	Establish, monitor and maintain realistic budgets throughout the year.
2.	Maintain appropriate records to document progress for college and state reports.
3.	Locate and arrange facilities for classes.
4.	Maintain appropriate communications with other continuing education programmers and appropriate instructors/administrators/staff to ensure efficient coordination of training with all areas of the College.
5.	Market programs to guarantee dissemination of information and adequate enrollments.
6.	Public Speaking for various wind energy related presentations.
7.	Participate as a member of AWEA (American Wind Energy Association) and IWEA (Iowa Wind Energy Association) and other relevant associations and organizations.
8.	Establish advisory committees as needed to provide expertise and guidance in curriculum development and insure program effectiveness.
9.	Instruct Wind Energy courses as needed. Substitute for program instructors in their absence.
10.	Assist in the student recruitment process and marketing efforts of the College.

Occasional
(10-33%)

1.	Serve on selected and voluntary committees of the college when appropriate.
2.	Arrange and/or attend meetings when necessary.
3.	Conduct surveys to assess consumer needs and program effectiveness.
4.	Conduct community awareness programs to advertise services.
5.	Work with marketing staff on promotional materials.
6.	Perform other work duties as assigned and requested.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

1.	Ability to access, utilize, input and retrieve information from a computer.
2.	Represent the College in a positive, professional manner to employees, students, customers, visitors and the general public.
3.	Establish and maintain good working relationships with students, colleagues, staff, administrators and other contacts.
4.	Must be enthusiastic, energetic, self-motivated and creative with demonstrated leadership and organizational skills.
5.	Must develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of office procedures, telephone techniques and appropriate equipment, and utilize correct English, grammar, punctuation and spelling.
6.	Ability to read and understand written and oral instructions or communications.
7.	Ability to efficiently perform tasks in an environment of frequent interruptions.
8.	Ability to assume responsibility, deal effectively with problems and exercise good judgment when making decisions.
9.	Possess strong human relations skills and the ability to effectively relate to diverse personalities.
10.	Must possess the ability to make public presentations that are effective and well received.

SPECIAL DEMANDS:
Position involves sitting or standing most of the time in an office or classroom/laboratory setting. Constant (67-100%) reaching, standing walking, lifting, grasping, talking hearing, repetitive motions and viewing various types of close visual work. Frequent (34-66%) climbing, stooping, crouching, pushing, pulling and carrying. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and 10 pounds of force frequently. May be required to travel between sites utilizing personal vehicle. Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record and provide proof of insurance.

Employment with Iowa Lakes Community College is dependent upon successful passage of a criminal background check.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions, job duties/responsibilities, and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Three years or more industry experience or a combination of education and experience required. Bachelor’s Degree and experience in educational program development or instruction preferred.

SALARY:
260 day contract based upon experience and education. Position beginning date is negotiable.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
The following items must be included in your application packet before it will be considered a complete application:

Employment Application form
Applicant Confidential Information form (This data is used to comply with government required affirmative action record keeping only and is not used for applicant screening purposes.)
A letter addressing your qualifications for the position
A resume
A copy of transcripts, with originals due upon hiring

Only complete application packets will be considered for the position vacancy.

Beginning January 2010. Position open until filled; review of applications will begin December 7, 2009.

Contact Diane Friesner, dfriesner@iowalakes.edu or 712-362-0409 with questions.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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Request an application packet from:

Iowa Lakes Community College

Human Resources Office
19 South 7th Street
Estherville, IA 51334
712-362-0409

dfriesner@iowalakes.edu

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