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The only thing better than attending Northwest Tech as a student is coming to work here every day! 

Why Work for Northwest Tech?

There is a good chance folks hear "family atmosphere" a lot when looking around for a new position, but at Northwest Tech, we actually live it. We are firm believers in an "all-in" culture of doing what is needed to get the job done. We have a little over 70 employees on our team of faculty, staff, and administration, and we do everything we can to support one another and - most importantly - our students. Sometimes this means we have team members helping run mud volleyball pits, serving popcorn to students, jumping in as guest speakers in classes, serving together on our community volunteer day, and a variety of on-campus projects we run every year. 

Our Community

If you are not from the area and are considering a position here, the community of Goodland is a wonderfully warm little city on the High Plains. We have a little over 3,500 people in the county and incredible support (that continues to grow) from our community and workforce partners for the work we do at the college. We have one of the largest service areas in the state of Kansas and we work hard to provide opportunities for students and employers across the 17 counties in NW Kansas we serve. 

Program Success

Moving to the classroom and shops, we're incredibly good at providing top-notch technical education for our students specifically designed to meet the needs of our employer partners. Each year, we consistently place in the top 25 two-year public colleges in the nation on our student success rates (i.e. our ability to get kids from orientation to graduation). That places us in the top 3% nationally for our ability to successfully provide education for our students. That doesn't happen without an incredible team of employees in every role on campus. 

Nearly all of our programs have achieved 100% job placement. Industry demand for our students is at an all-time high, salaries for our graduates are even higher, and it's a great time to be in technical education. 

Benefits

Here are a few quick benefits we offer our employees because we know there is more to making a decision to work here than just what you get paid. If you want to learn more about our benefits, be sure to check out the employee handbook at the bottom of the page or contact our HR office.

  • Insurance: We cover the cost of every employee's single health plan through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas. This means as an employee, if you take the single plan coverage, there is no cost to you - we have you covered! If you need coverage for your family and/or kids, we apply the value of the single plan toward the coverage you need for your family. 
  • Leave days: Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, Maternity/Paternity/Adoption are a part of our standard benefits package because a) life happens, and we all need the ability to take time off, and b) we want employees to have a great balance between work and life.
  • Retirement: Every employee participates in the KPERS (Kansas Public Employees Retirement System) program, which allows you to have retirement benefits when the time rolls around. 
  • And many many more benefits!

So the question truly becomes....why NOT work for Northwest Tech? 

Online Employment Application

Open Positions:

Currently, we are actively seeking great people to fill the following positions.

  • Project Director for NWKTC’s Title III Strengthening Institutions Program Grant

    NWKTC is seeking a Project Director for our Title III Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) grant
    funded through the U.S. Department of Education titled “SEATSS – System for Early Alert, Tutoring, and
    Student Support.” This position is a grant-funded position; the grant is currently in the first of five years.

    Project Overview
    Our project seeks to expand access, increase success, and improve career readiness through the
    following initiatives:
     Proposed Activity #1: Enhancing Infrastructure for Student Success: Early Alert, Tutoring
     Proposed Activity #2: Develop Work-Based Learning and Career Services Program:
    NWKTC’s Title III Project will implement a Goals-Based Evaluation Plan to benchmark its progress and
    performance throughout the Project year (formative) and the Outcomes-Based Evaluation Plan to verify
    the accomplishment of performance objectives by the end of the funding cycle (summative).

    Scope of Work
    The Project Director reports directly to the Vice President of Academic Advancement; the project
    director supervises the two Title III counselors.
     Coordinate the effective implementation of Title III Program activities.
     Manage the day-to-day operations of the department including supervision and evaluation of
    personnel.
     Develop and implement a file system/tracking system to document Title III activities,
    expenditures, report
     Comply with regulations regarding EDGAR, FERPA and use of confidential information for data
    collection and evaluation, if applicable.
     Meet all funder requirements for the period of performance and approved timeline as it relates
    to the project.
     Work in cooperation with the Title III external evaluator, Project Staff and Implementation Team
    to review and assess existing data collection systems, making appropriate recommendations to
    achieve program data collection goals.
     Performs other duties as assigned.

    Preferred Qualifications/Required Education
     Master’s degree in education, counseling, public administration, or related fields;
     Supervisory experience
     experience working with educational opportunity programs, academic support programs, or
    similar programs for underrepresented and first-generation college students.                                                                                                                                                                                 knowledge of budgeting, funding processes, and long-term planning;

    To apply for this position, please submit the following items:
    1. Cover letter describing experience with grant-funded initiatives and/or academic support
    programs
    2. CV or resume and online application (https://www.nwktc.edu/employment-application)
    3. Contact information for three professional references (personal, co-worker, or subordinate
    references will not be acceptable)

    Review of applications will occur as they are received and will continue until the position is filled.

    Send application materials to:

    Lisa Blair, Ph.D. Vice President of Academic Advancement
    (lisa.blair@nwktc.edu)

    Northwest Tech
    1209 Harrison Ave, PO Box 668
    Goodland, KS 67735
    sherri.knitig@nwktc.edu
    E.O.E./A.D.A.

  • CNA Adjunct Instructor
    Northwest Tech is seeking an individual to serve as the Certified Nurse Aide instructor.  This is a part-time, adjunct position that involves teaching the 90-hour nurse aide program, coordinating various clinical sites, and communicating with KDADS on all course approval and reporting requirements.
    Qualified applicants must hold a current Kansas License Practical Nurse (LPN)/Registered Nurse (RN) license or current LPN/RN unencumbered license and be in good standing, and have a minimum of two years full-time licensed nursing experience (LPN or RN).
    Licensed experienced must include one of the following:
    At least 1,750 hours of experience in a setting which demonstrates long-term nursing care or complete annually at least 7 hours of professional continuing education in “Person Centered Care for the Adult Care Home” and meet at least one of the following requirements (experience supervising nurse aides, experience teaching adults, complete a course in teaching adults, or complete a professional continuing education offering on supervision or adult education).
    Interested persons shall complete an online employment application at https://www.nwktc.edu/employment-application and attach copies of their resume, references and valid credentials. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Open until filled.
    E.O.E./A.D.A.
     

     

  • Respiratory Care Instructor/Director of Clinical Education

    Join the Northwest Tech faculty team as a Respiratory Care Instructor/Director of Clinical Education and pass your skills onto the next generation of students entering the workforce.  

    Requirements: Bachelor's Degree*, current RRT credential and current state license or NBRC verification letter; minimum four years' experience as an RRT with at least two years in clinical respiratory care; minimum two years' experience either as an appointed faculty member in a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program or as a clinical instructor/preceptor for students of such programs; completed CoARC Key Personnel Training Program*

    *If candidate does not yet have these credentials, arrangements may be made to complete these upon hire.

    The desired candidate must be able to teach first-year students, including classes such as: Cardiopulmonary A&P; Patient Assessment & Planning; Respiratory Care Sciences; Respiratory Care I; Respiratory Care Pharmacology; Cardiopulmonary Pathology & Treatment; Clinical Practice I.  

    Position will remain open until filled. 

    To apply submit a Cover Letter, Resume, and Transcripts (unofficial – official required if hired) and Employment Application (https://www.nwktc.edu/employment-application) to:

    Sherri Knitig, Vice President of Operations
    1209 Harrison Street
    PO Box 668
    Goodland, KS 67735
    Email: sherri.knitig@nwktc.edu

    E.O.E./A.D.A.

  • CDL Trainer(s)

    Northwest Tech is hiring CDL trainers. We have recently revamped our CDL training program to meet the current federal regulations. The program consists of eight short courses; some are classroom-based reviews for written exams and others are individualized courses for practice driving on the range and road. We also offer courses for the (S), (P), (H), (N), and (T) endorsements.

    Duties vary based on experience and preferences.

    • Classroom instruction: Help students prepare for written exams. These positions will be paid an adjunct contract for teaching.
    • Practice Driving: Help students learn how to drive commercial vehicles. These positions will be paid an hourly wage; hours are to be arranged with students in the CDL program.
    • Record keeping/documentation: Must comply with federal guidelines for tracking student hours; must be able to use the federal portal to submit reports

    Please complete the NWKTC job application and the CDL instructor application form.

    Required Qualifications

    • At least 2 years of experience as a commercial driver (i.e. combination vehicle; school bus: passenger vehicle)
    • Valid Class A CDL License
    • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
    • Good driving record: No more than 3 moving violations in the last 2 years; no suspensions; no history of DUI or DWI; no preventable accidents

    Preferred Qualifications

    One or more of the following Endorsements: (S), (P), (H), (N), and (T)

    E.O.E./A.D.A.

  • Child Care Specialist Instructor

    Northwest Kansas Technical College has recently established an online Child Care Specialist program that provides training leading to the CDA certification and the AAS degree. The College is seeking a full-time faculty member to be based on-campus.  In addition to teaching, duties include marketing and recruiting for the program, working with the program advisory board, engaging in the campus community, and seeking partners to offer practicum experiences for students.

    Applicants should have at least 5 years of child care provider experience in a home setting (or a combination of 5 years in a home setting along with a center and/or Head Start), and CDA certification.  A two-year tech certificate or an associate’s degree in Early Childhood is required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Previous teaching experience is not required, but is a plus. Open until filled. Please complete an employment application at https://www.nwktc.edu/employment-application, and attach a file which includes resume, cover letter, transcripts (unofficial are okay until a job offer is made), and references.

    Northwest Kansas Technical College

    Sherri Knitig, VP of Operations

    1209 Harrison Street, PO Box 668

    Goodland, KS 67735

    Email: sherri.knitig@nwktc.edu

    E.O.E./A.D.A.

  • Powersports Technology Instructor

    Northwest Kansas Technical College is a public, two-year technical college located in Goodland, Kansas.  The College is seeking a qualified instructor to launch its new face-to-face, hands-on Powersports program.

    This program will provide students the knowledge and experience to diagnose, service, and repair major components of ATVs and outdoor power equipment - essentially most equipment used in outdoor activities that has an engine.  Program courses include: Shop Orientation/Safety (includes OSHA 10); Suspension and Steering; Wheel Alignment Diagnosis & Repair; Brakes, Wheels and Tires; Electrical; Electronics; Engine Performance and Preventative Maintenance; Powersports Drive Systems; Engine Diagnosis Skills and Repair; AC, Heating & Ventilation Systems; Cylinder Head & Valve Train Diagnosis & Repair; Engine Block Assembly Diagnosis & Repair; Advanced Engine Performance; Lube/Cooling System Diagnosis & Repair.

    The position starts in March to provide faculty the time to prepare the facility, curriculum, and assist with student recruitment.  The first group of students will start in August 2024. Industry experience in the field is essential and a Bachelor’s degree in a related area is required; however, successful candidates with less than a Bachelor’s degree will have three years, with financial assistance provided, to meet this accreditation requirement.

    Open until filled. Please complete an employment application at https://www.nwktc.edu/employment-application, and attach a file which includes resume, cover letter, transcripts (unofficial are okay until a job offer is made), and references.

    Northwest Kansas Technical College

    Sherri Knitig, VP for Operations

    1209 Harrison Ave, PO Box 668

    Goodland, KS 67735

    sherri.knitig@nwktc.edu

    E.O.E./A.D.A.

  • Business Instructor

    Northwest Kansas Technical College (Northwest Tech) is a two-year technical college located in Goodland, Kansas. The College is seeking a qualified instructor to teach face-to-face courses within the Business program.

    Requirements:  MBA or similar master’s degree in a business area. (Applicants with the bachelor’s degree will be required to complete a master’s degree in a business area within the first three years of teaching to meet HLC qualifications).

    Open until filled. To apply submit Resume, and Transcripts (unofficial – official required if hired) and an Employment Application, (https://www.nwktc.edu/employment-application), to:

    Sherri Knitig, VP for Operations

    Northwest Tech

    1209 Harrison Ave, PO Box 668

    Goodland, KS 67735

    sherri.knitig@nwktc.edu

    E.O.E./A.D.A.

  • Adjunct English Instructor (online)

    Northwest Kansas Technical College (Northwest Tech) is seeking a qualified online adjunct
    English instructor to online Technical Writing, English Comp I and II. Primary instruction is
    online coursework. The target population for this teaching assignment is primarily high school
    dual-credit students in Northwest Kansas; some technical college students may also opt for the
    online offerings.
    A Master’s degree in English from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning is
    required. Prior online instructional experience a plus.
    To apply submit a cover letter, resume, and transcripts (unofficial – official required if hired) to:
    Lisa Blair, Dean of Academic Advancement
    Northwest Tech
    1209 Harrison Ave, PO Box 668
    Goodland, KS 67735
    Lisa.blair@nwktc.edu

  • Head Women's Basketball Coach

    Northwest Kansas Technical College is seeking a Head Women’s Basketball Coach. Northwest Tech is a small, rural technical college located in Goodland, KS.

    Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: operating the women’s basketball program (recruiting, scheduling, fundraising, travel, budgeting and practice plans); coaching, teaching, and training students in skills and strategies related to competition; and mentoring and maintaining discipline of student athletes ensuring their academic progress. The coach shall represent Northwest Tech and the program in a professional manner, while enforcing college and NJCAA and KJCCC guidelines governing the sport.

    Please complete the online application at https://www.nwktc.edu/employment-application and attach a resume and references.

    E.O. E./A. D. A.

  • Director of Apprenticeship and Work-Based Learning

    Northwest Tech, Goodland, Ks, has recently developed an Apprenticeship Office to grow and create new registered pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs at the College. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to fill the role of Director of Apprenticeship and Work-Based Learning. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the strategic planning, implementation, and management of apprenticeship grant programs aimed at supporting workforce development and fostering a skilled and competitive workforce.  Ideal candidate qualifications include: associate or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, proven experience in program development, grant administration, or related roles (experience with apprenticeship programs strongly preferred).  Competitive salary and benefits. Open until filled.  Please complete an online employment application and attached a resume at https://www.nwktc.edu/employment-application. E.O.E./A.D.A.

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Employee Handbook

 

Northwest Kansas Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. 

EOE disclaimer: NWKTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, or sex. Accusations concerning sexual discrimination, sexual harassment, and age discrimination should be referred to the TITLE IX COORDINATOR/AGE ACT COORDINATOR, Dean of Student Advancement at 785-890-3641. Accusations based on disability or race, color, or national origin should be referred to SECTION 504 COORDINATOR/ADA COORDINATOR/TITLE VI COORDINATOR, Dean of Academic Advancement, located at 1209 Harrison (785-890-3641).