Henry Ford College presents an opportunity for a Full-time Faculty - Energy Technology HVAC position.  

Teach courses in or related to Energy Technology-HVAC for majors and non-majors in a variety of delivery modes as assigned (in-person, online, or hybrid) and as consistent with both current developments in the discipline as well as best practices in teaching and learning to foster and improve student success.  Actively engage in curriculum and course development; course and program coordination; advising and assisting students; the assessment of student learning; training and mentoring colleagues; and, the continuous improvement of the program/department.  Cooperate with the College community in meeting the needs of students with diverse backgrounds and abilities, both in the classroom and in the college environment.   Participate in shared governance through meeting attendance and service on program, department, school, divisional, and college-wide committees.  Work collaboratively to advance other program, department, school, divisional, and college-wide initiatives.    

Complete application materials include: 

• Resume

• Cover letter

• Unofficial transcripts

• Complete list of classes taught including the course, year, semester and credit hours 

• Teaching philosophy (AI submissions will not be considered)

Educational and professional qualifications to be determined by hiring manager, search committee, and HR consistent with accreditation guidelines and standards - generally stated as: 

• Earned associate's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in Energy Technology, HVAC, Power Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field required.  A valid Journeyman's card appropriate to area of instruction or Renewable Energy Professional (REP) certification may be considered in lieu of an associate's degree in combination with a minimum of 5 years' full-time work experience. 
• Demonstrated expertise in residential and commercial hydronic systems, heat pump technologies, Energy Technology Management, energy production, building controls and performance, and/or sustainable design and construction required.
• Current industry-related certification and/or licensure including EPA Section 608 Certification, Building Performance Institute (BPI) Certification, and North American Technician Excellence (NATE) Certification required.  Agreement to complete such certification/licensure within two years of hire may be considered as condition of employment.

• Candidates must express themselves clearly and effectively in both oral and written form.
• Candidates must demonstrate competence in designing, organizing, and delivering effective and appropriate learning experiences in classroom and/or laboratory settings.
• Candidates must demonstrate effectiveness using technology to provide instruction, including use of online learning platforms to deliver and manage course materials, possessing the willingness and ability to be trained in new technology as needs arise.
• Candidates must demonstrate an understanding of the community college mission/philosophy, possessing the desire and ability to work collaboratively, effectively, and responsibly with colleagues, staff, and community college students in a diverse and multicultural setting.
• Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to keeping professional skills and knowledge up to date.

The Ideal candidate may have a career or experience that includes some or all of the following:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Energy Technology, HVAC, Power Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field 
• Ten (10) years of professional experience in the industry
• Prior college-level teaching experience or experience teaching/training adult learners
• Current State of Michigan Unlimited Mechanical Contractor's License with credentials in HVAC, Refrigeration, Unlimited Heating, Unlimited Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Service, Hydronic Heating Systems, and Building Controls.

Additional Unique Competencies:

• Technical Credibility - Understands and appropriately apply principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.  
• Technology Management - Keeps up to date on technological developments. Makes effective use of technology to achieve results. Ensures access to and security of technology systems. 
• Partnering - Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.  
• Flexibility - Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles, particularly in terms of students and other stakeholders. 
• Interpersonal Skills - Treats students, staff, faculty, and the community with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations. 
• Decisiveness - Makes well-informed, effective, and timely decisions, even when data are limited, or solutions produce suboptimal consequences; perceives the impact and implications of decisions on all college stakeholders. 
• Problem Solving - Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations. 
• External Awareness - Understands and keeps up to date on local, national, and international policies and trends that affect higher education and shape stakeholders' views; and how the College impacts the community. 
• Accountability - Is accountable for measurable, high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives and sets priorities.   Accepts responsibility for mistakes and seeks to improve. Complies with established control systems and rules for data integrity.

• Teach 15 contact hours per week and provide a minimum of 5 hours per week or consultation with students.
• Prepare innovative and effective learning experiences (lectures, labs, demonstrations, exercises, activities) that foster student engagement, understanding, and success.
• Assist in coordination of courses within the discipline, including but not limited to maintaining syllabus templates, updating and distributing instructor guides, selection of textbooks and learning materials, updating course policies, revision and distribution of course documents and resources, instructor mentoring, and collaboration with academic leadership and support staff.
• Incorporate appropriate use of instructional technology into classroom and laboratory settings to enhance and facilitate student learning.
• Share in the responsibility of developing and coordinating effective student learning experiences beyond the classroom (assigned labs, studios, academic supports, etc.), including organization and maintenance of equipment employed in such settings.
• Comply with, promote, enforce, and maintain all safety and security protocols, regulations, features, and practices regarding equipment and facilities usage in learning environments.  
• Maintain and apply current knowledge of the discipline/subject area/field as well as effective educational methodologies and practices by engaging in relevant and ongoing professional development.
• Work collaboratively with faculty colleagues and academic leadership regarding course, curriculum, and program development; teaching innovation; student retention and completion; course and program enrollment initiatives; the assessment of student learning, testing, and grading; instructor training and mentoring; establishment and compliance with program/department/school policies; and, advancement of the College's mission, underlying principles, and strategic plan.
• Monitor and document the academic performance/progress of students to ensure that they successfully achieve the criteria for completing course and program learning outcomes.
• Support student success by facilitating their awareness and navigation of college resources.
• Cooperate with the College community in meeting the needs of students with diverse backgrounds and abilities, both in the classroom and in the college environment.  
• Participate in shared governance through meeting attendance and service on program, department, school, divisional, and college-wide committees.  
• Work collaboratively to advance other program, department, school, divisional, and college-wide initiatives.    
• Adhere to and comply with all policies, procedures, and processes established by the program, department, school, division, and College, meeting deadlines and due dates as established.
• Acquires and maintains certification or licensure as may be appropriate and/or required regarding technologies, standards, and practices taught in assigned courses.
• Perform/complete other duties as assigned.

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