College: DCC
Department: Academic Affairs
Sub department: Science and Mathematics
Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 9 month
Duties and Responsibilities:
Instruction & Teaching:
Teach a full load (typically 15 credit hours per semester or equivalent contact hours) in Process Technology and related disciplines
Deliver lecture and hands-on instruction in areas such as:
Process operations
Safety, health, and environmental practices
Instrumentation and control systems
Process equipment (pumps, valves, heat exchangers, distillation)
Utilize lab equipment, simulators, and industry-standard technologies
Develop and maintain course syllabi aligned with master course templates and learning outcomes
Incorporate active learning, competency-based instruction, and industry scenarios
Ensure compliance with SACSCOC, LCTCS, and institutional academic standards
Curriculum & Program Development:
Participate in curriculum design, revision, and alignment with industry needs
Support development of stackable credentials (CTC, CTS, TD, AAS)
Integrate industry-based credentials (IBCs) where applicable
Student Support & Engagement:
Provide academic advising and mentoring to students
Maintain regular office hours
Support student retention and completion initiatives
Participate in recruitment, outreach, and dual enrollment activities
Assessment & Accreditation
Participate in program assessment and continuous improvement processes
Maintain documentation for accreditation and program review
Track and report student learning outcomes and workforce placement data
Industry & Community Engagement
Maintain strong relationships with local industry partners (refineries, chemical plants, energy sector)
Participate in advisory committee meetings
Facilitate internships, apprenticeships, and job placement opportunities
Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and safety standards
Institutional Service
Serve on college committees
Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and institutional initiatives
Support compliance with safety and institutional policies
Required Education: Education:
Associate degree in Process Technology, Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology, or closely related field AND
Minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience
OR
Bachelor’s degree in a related field AND
Minimum of 3 years of industry experience
Required Experience: Industry Experience:
Direct experience in petrochemical, refining, manufacturing, or process operations environment.
Experience with process systems, safety procedures, and industrial equipment
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge:
Industrial process systems, including petrochemical and refining operations
OSHA safety standards and industrial safety practices
Process instrumentation and control systems (PLC/DCS exposure preferred)
Equipment operation: pumps, compressors, distillation columns, heat exchangers
Skills
Effective classroom and laboratory instruction
Ability to translate complex industrial processes into teachable concepts
Strong communication (written and verbal)
Use of instructional technologies (LMS such as Canvas, PTEC simulation software)
Classroom and lab management
Abilities
Work effectively with diverse student populations
Maintain safe laboratory environments
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and industry partners
Adapt instruction for multiple delivery formats (face-to-face, hybrid, online)
Maintain currency in a rapidly evolving industrial field
Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Technology, Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology, or closely related field a related field AND
Minimum of 3 years of industry experience
Preferred Experience: Prior teaching or training experience (community college or industry training)
Industry certifications (e.g., NCCER, OSHA, operator certifications)
Experience with simulators (e.g., process simulation software)
Experience with PLCs, DCS systems, or instrumentation
Familiarity with Louisiana workforce and LCTC systems
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge:
Industrial process systems, including petrochemical and refining operations
OSHA safety standards and industrial safety practices
Process instrumentation and control systems (PLC/DCS exposure preferred)
Equipment operation: pumps, compressors, distillation columns, heat exchangers
Skills
Effective classroom and laboratory instruction
Ability to translate complex industrial processes into teachable concepts
Strong communication (written and verbal)
Use of instructional technologies (LMS such as Canvas, PTEC simulation software)
Classroom and lab management
Abilities
Work effectively with diverse student populations
Maintain safe laboratory environments
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and industry partners
Adapt instruction for multiple delivery formats (face-to-face, hybrid, online)
Maintain currency in a rapidly evolving industrial field
Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, DCC has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. DCC is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. DCC is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
