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Fayetteville Technical Community College

Pool - Gunsmithing Instructor (Part-Time)

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A Blacksmith or Forge Worker hammers and forges bars, rods, ingots and plates of iron, steel or other metals, and draws wire to make and repair various kinds of tools, metal articles, pieces of equipment, and agricultural and related implements.

$44,550 / year median in North Carolina

-4% projected decline

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F75-18 Announcement Summary This is a continuous recruitment pool not specifically advertised. The pool is continuous in order to develop a qualified pool of interested candidates. We invite applications to be submitted for potential openings. Fayetteville Technical Community College is seeking qualified applicants for this part-time position. The Gunsmithing curriculum is designed to provide the student with the required skills needed to refurbish metal, wood, composites and laminates as applicable to firearms, to diagnose malfunctions for repair, and to accomplish more complex custom gunsmithing tasks. Course work includes manufacturing of tools used in the gunsmithing trade, restoration of firearms, stock making, barrel work, repair work, and custom work. The student will accomplish this work by performing actual gunsmithing tasks in a hands-on environment. Qualified candidates will possess excellent computer skills, demonstrate evidence of a career that includes flexibility and willingness to change; open-mindedness, fairness and the ability to see multiple perspectives; a willingness to take risks, and willingness to accept responsibility for professional and personal growth. Duties Provide general classroom and clinical lab instruction both online and in a traditional setting. Teach face-to-face classes to include days, evenings, and weekends both on and off campus. Incorporate latest instructional technologies and interactive learning technologies in course delivery. Advise students who are in the program or aspire to be in the program. Monitor and improve student retention. Participate in faculty committees and other activities, as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Associate Degree in Gunsmithing or related field or a minimum of 5 years Gunsmithing experience. Must demonstrate proficiency in machine tool technology, mills and lathes; bluing, parkerizing and painting; ATF/FFL rules and regulations. Must be able to pass background checks demonstrating legal authorization to possess a firearm. Communication skills, both oral and written, and excellent computer skills (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel) are necessary. Applicants not meeting these minimum requirements will not be considered for this position. Preferred Qualifications Associate Degree in Gunsmithing or related field. Teaching experience at the community college or four-year college. On-line teaching experience. CNC experience (CAD/CAM). Special Instructions to
Applicants NOTE:
All applicants under consideration for employment at Fayetteville Technical Community College will be required to complete a consent form that allows FTCC to conduct a criminal background check on your behalf so that you may be considered further for the position for which you have applied.