PLEASE NOTE: This position is for the UNM Gallup Branch, located in Gallup, NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, NM.

The University of New Mexico-Gallup invites applications for the position of Lecturer I or II within our Construction Technology program. As one of four branch community colleges of the University of New Mexico, we serve approximately 2,200 students in a vibrant and culturally rich environment. Located in Gallup, New Mexico—approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque—UNM-Gallup is situated in the Four Corners region, in close proximity to the Navajo Nation, Zuni Pueblo, and Hopi Reservation. The city of Gallup, with a population of 22,000, offers a unique blend of outdoor recreational activities, diverse museums, and extraordinary cultural experiences, all while maintaining a welcoming small-town atmosphere.

UNM-Gallup is committed to serving a diverse student population and employs over 100 full-time and part-time faculty members. We are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offer a range of academic programs, including Associate degrees, selected Bachelor’s degrees, Career Technical Education certificate programs, as well as adult basic education (ABE/GED), workforce training, and personal enrichment courses. Our institution also collaborates with multiple high school populations, including McKinley Academy, Middle College High School, and the Center for Career and Technical Education.

This is an exciting time to join our faculty as we expand our programs, engage with our community, and establish multiple endowments and grant opportunities while hiring a substantial cohort of new faculty members. Faculty members at UNM-Gallup have access to career advancement opportunities as outlined in the UNM Faculty Handbook and the faculty union collective bargaining agreement.

Key Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Teach a 27 credit-hour course load in the area of Construction Technology, annually.
• Maintain an active record of service, as defined by the UA-UNM Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
• Participate in monthly division meetings.
• Execute other relevant duties as agreed upon in collaboration with the division chair, as outlined in the annual faculty-chair agreement.

In addition, the selected candidate will be expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion by actively practicing inclusive behavior and proactively managing bias within the educational environment.

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Certifications or Industry-recognized credentials in construction-related technologies (i.e., NCCER or OSHA)
• A minimum of five years’ work experience in the construction trade

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Construction Technology or closely-related field
• A minimum of three years demonstrated experience teaching Construction Technology or Building Trades at the secondary or post-secondary level.
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

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Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.