Gunsmithing Instructor

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Gunsmithing Instructor

Job Description

Position: Faculty, Full-time, Tenure-track, 9-month annual renewing contract, Benefits, FLSA Exempt; College pays up to $1,000 for relocation expenses

Start Date: August 13, 2026

Salary Hire Range: $42,118 - $60,439 annually for each 9-month contract (actual amount depends on education and experience)

Job Summary:

The Gunsmithing Instructor is a full-time, benefited, tenure-track, faculty categorized position located at the Douglas Campus. The Instructor must use multiple learning methods in the classroom to maximize student learning. The position is responsible for facets of the Gunsmithing Program and curricula. The primary duty is to prepare and deliver in-class, hybrid, and/or online instruction to students. Strong personal leadership, organization, instruction, and communication skills are needed to meet program requirements and enable student success.The Gunsmithing Instructor typically works Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. All full-time faculty are expected to teach fifteen (15) hours per semester with a total of thirty (30) per academic year. EWC requires a minimum of five (5) on campus office hours held throughout the week. The position may require minimal travel.

Essential Functions/Duties:

Instruct assigned day, evening, and/or distance classes according to degree/program curricula

Facilitate a student-centered positive and productive learning environment

Coordinate, prepare, revise, and deliver curricula, syllabi, and lesson plans in classroom, hybrid, and/or online settings per degree/program outline

Utilize the Learning Management System (Canvas) to deliver course information to students

Advise and mentor students through their plan of study

Maintain current and accurate records of assigned courses and students; submit grades

Assess student learning outcomes and use the results to improve curricula

Create new courses to meet programmatic needs; assist in meeting accreditation requirements

Aid and participate in student recruitment and retention

Maintain and post regular office hours; be accessible to students outside normal class time

Remain current in discipline and area of assignment

Serve on standing and ad-hoc committees as assigned

Participate in College training and operational events

Attend and participate in graduation ceremonies

Assist with the selection of adjunct faculty and provide for their support

Approximate apportionment of time: 75% teaching courses in gunsmithing or related fields; 10% college and professional activities including committee work, assessment of student learning outcomes, and otherwise contributing to the collegiate needs of the institution; 10% advising and recruiting students; and 5% other duties as assigned

Perform all other duties of a similar nature or level as assigned

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate degree in Gunsmithing or related field

Three years professional work experience directly related to gunsmithing assignment/duties

Current and valid Federal Firearms License

Previous professional teaching/instructor experience

Current and valid state-issued Driver License

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Gunsmithing or related field

Six years of professional work experience directly related to gunsmithing

Graduate of an accredited gunsmithing degree program

Previous professional Gunsmithing Instructor experience

Previous instruction experience in higher education

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

162

Open Date

10/29/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application Process: Apply online at and provide: 1) Cover letter; 2) Resume'; 3) Three letters of reference and recommendation; 4) Unofficial copies of college/university transcripts; and 5) Statement of Teaching Pphilosophy (single page)

Optional-None

Information:

• Incomplete applications will not be considered • Submitting false, misleading, or misrepresenting statements could lead to disqualification and employment termination • Copies of official transcripts must be provided if hired • Foreign transcripts/credentials must be accompanied by a US equivalency statement from an approved evaluation service • Employment contingent on successful background check results • Driving record must meet College's insurability requirements.

• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire • EWC is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

Open Until Filled