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Surveying Instructor -

Part-time Wenatchee Valley College Salary:

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Part-time Job Number:

2026-00052

Location:

1300

Fifth Street, Wenatchee, WA Department:

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Continuous Job Summary Surveying Instructor Wenatchee Valley College is seeking a part-time instructor to teach in the Drafting Technology Certificate program with a focus on land surveying, mapping, and field data collection for the

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Intro to Surveying course offered every April-June. This program prepares students for entry in surveying, civil engineering technology, construction, and geospatial analysis. There may be opportunities to teach additional classes about interpreting engineering graphics, or even explore development of a more robust surveying education pathway to other WA colleges. We are looking for an enthusiastic instructor with professional expertise who can provide high-quality instruction and hands-on learning opportunities to students pursuing technical careers in this essential and growing field.

Note :

Employment of individuals who reside outside the state of Washington requires prior approval from both human resources and the college president. Absent such approval, the college will not hire out-of-state employees. Essential Functions Develop or adapt and deliver course content, including syllabi, presentations, hands-on training, and lessons, in alignment with program and college standards. Provide 3-5 hours of in-person instruction per week for ~10 weeks that integrates surveying theory with applied, hands-on field and lab experiences in land measurement, GPS/GNSS technology, and mapping. Teach students safe and effective practices for operating surveying instruments, conducting fieldwork, and managing digital data workflows. Instruct on the following course outcomes: Transferring elevations, measure angles, and take field survey measurements using a total station, and leveling equipment. Establishing and utilize survey evidence such as monuments, written, measurements, parole, occupation, and judicial notice. Understanding datum and coordinate systems, vertical and horizontal curves, and the Public Land Survey System. Interpreting legal descriptions and blueprint plan and section views; apply these skills to field survey data collection. Identifying and correcting survey errors. Familiarity with use of other survey techniques such as GPS, LIDAR, bathymetry, scanners, and drones. Evaluate student performance, provide timely feedback, and assign grades in accordance with college policies. Maintain accurate class and program records as required. Foster a supportive learning environment emphasizing professionalism, accuracy, safety, teamwork, and inclusivity. Collaborate with program faculty, advisory committees, and industry partners to ensure curriculum reflects current industry practices, state standards, and emerging technologies. Maintain office hours and provide support to students outside of scheduled class times.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

At least five years of professional experience in land surveying, geomatics, or a closely related field. Demonstrated technical expertise in survey fieldwork, data collection, mapping, or boundary surveying . Proficiency with modern surveying instruments such as total stations, GNSS receivers, and data collectors. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ten years of professional experience Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Washington State, or ability to obtain one. Teaching or training experience in a college, apprenticeship, or industry setting. Experience with surveying software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, or ArcGIS . Experience utilizing a Learning Management System, such as Canvas. Successful experience teaching, especially at the college level.

The Successful Candidate Must Demonstrate:

Effective listening and customer service when working with others. Excellent customer service skills; including establishing, building, and maintaining internal/external customer satisfaction. Professional and courteous interactions with students, faculty, and staff. An appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace. Ethics and integrity. Dynamic, non-traditional delivery methods to teach students of widely varying levels of proficiency and from diverse backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles. Experience using computers as an instructional aid in and out of the classroom to enhance learning.

Additional Information Application and Selection Procedure:

Complete application packages must include the following: Complete Wenatchee Valley College online application. Upload a cover letter that specifically describes how your educational background and experience meet the minimum and preferred qualifications. (five pages max) Upload a resume. (five pages max) Upload copies of transcripts for all colleges and universities attended (unofficial are fine). Three professional references. Interviews may include a teaching demonstration on a topic selected by the interview committee. It is your responsibility to submit all required application materials before the deadline. Please do not send student evaluations, reference letters or other unsolicited materials. They will not be shared with the screening committee and cannot be returned to you. Only finalists may be asked to send additional materials. Attachments from prior applications will not upload automatically to your new application. Should you have difficulties uploading your documents, please contact NeoGov Technical Support at 1-855-524-5627 for assistance. Complete applications will screened weekly and continue until the position is closed.

Pay:

The pay for classes depends on the number of credits and instructional mode (lab, lecture or a combination). In general, each lecture credit is one hour a week and paid at $124.76 per hour ($1372.40 per credit). For example, if the class was five credits, it would meet five hours per week and be paid at 55 hours for the quarter and the salary would be approximately $6,862. Each lab credit is two hours and paid at $62.38 per hour. Therefore, if the class was a three-credit lab, it would meet six hours per week a be paid at 66 hours for the quarter and the pay would be approximately $4,117.

Other Benefits:

Part-time faculty may become eligible for healthcare and retirement benefits at the beginning of the second consecutive quarter of half-time or more employment at one or more Washington state institutions of higher education. Half time is determined based on each institution's definition of full time (7.5 credits for WVC). Members may 'stack' workloads between other qualifying colleges. A part-time faculty member must qualify each quarter they teach, to maintain eligibility. Once eligible, part-time faculty will be notified of their benefit and retirement options. Sick leave is awarded every quarter based on the full-time equivalent teaching percent. If eligibility requirements are met, a comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance. Life and long- term disability insurance plans reduced tuition for the employee; and retirement benefits are also provided. For more information, please visit our human resources website>benefits: https://wvc.edu/about/human-resources/benefits.html . Part-time faculty are covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Evening assignments may be a part of the instructional load. Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Degrees must be from accredited colleges or universities recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and verified by National Student Clearinghouse. International degrees will be verified for U.S. equivalency.

Conditions of Employment:

The finalist for this position will be subject to a criminal background check prior to the start of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily prevent employment but will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by HR staff. Wenatchee Valley College has no responsibility or obligation to sponsor an H-1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

Reasonable Accommodation:

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the application and employment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible. Requests should be made to the human resources office by calling 509-682-6440. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the state's free telecommunication access service.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Wenatchee Valley College is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment and student enrollment. All programs are free from discrimination and harassment against any person because of race, creed, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a service animal by a person with a disability, age, parental status or families with children, marital status, religion, genetic information, honorably discharged veteran or military status or any other prohibited basis per RCW 49.60.030, 040 and other federal and laws and regulations, or participation in the complaint process. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies and Title IX compliance for both the Wenatchee and Omak campuses: To report discrimination or harassment: Title IX Coordinator, Wenatchi Hall 2322M, (509) 682-6445, title9@wvc.edu .

To request disability accommodations:

Student Access Director, Wenatchi Hall 2133, (509) 682-6854,

TTY/TTD:

Dial 711, sas@wvc.edu . This recruitment announcement may not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified at any time. To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/wvc/jobs/5520459/surveying-instructor-part-time je-e4b05d11e4c44f68903342509f550c0c