Director of Oil & Gas Training at New Mexico Junior College, NM

About the Department

The Director of Oil and Gas shall report to the Vice President of Training and Outreach. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Coordinates and develops non-credit oil and gas curriculum, including lease operator training. 
• Develops and manages the oil and gas training facilities; oversees the location, purchasing, and installation of equipment.
• Assist with student recruitment, registration, and job placement, including representing the college and/or program at on and off-campus events and ongoing networking with employers.
• Recruits oil and gas companies to utilize and support New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) training programs; reaches out to industry partners and provides program information, expertise, and support; promotes the oil and gas technology program through the use of community and media involvement.
• Assist with advisory board member recruitment and retention, attend advisory board meetings, and work with the advisory board to develop, validate, and regularly update program content and outcomes.
• Researches and stays up-to-date on petroleum technology trends and attends professional oil and gas industry functions locally, regionally, and nationally. 
• Instructs oil and gas classes, as needed.
• Responsible for growing the department by adding new programs based on demand and sustainability.
• Researches, identifies, and recruits potential students. 
• Hiring and managing all aspects of contract instructors, including filing all proper paperwork and submitting contracts and invoices.
• May serve on various campus committees as assigned. 
• Performs other duties as assigned or required. 
• Nothing contained herein shall limit the President in assigning the employee to any of the various college activities for which he/she would be qualified in order to meet the needs of New Mexico Junior College.

Position Duties

• Bachelor’s degree required in an oil & gas-related field. 
• Five (5) years of experience in the production and exploration facets of the oil industry; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of department and College policies and procedures. 
• Knowledge of curriculum development.
• Knowledge and technical understanding of the oil and gas industry.
• Skill in managing equipment purchases and budgetary oversight. 
• Skill in promoting, marketing, and recruiting for educational programs.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. 
• Skill in project management and organization. 
• Ability to research information related to new oil & gas developments. 
• Ability to operate a personal computer proficiently and related software and standard office equipment. 

Other Qualifications

In compliance with federal law, all individuals hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This is a twelve-month exempt position. Standard benefits apply.

To apply:

Submit the NMJC application form via the NMJC website (www.nmjc.edu), a letter of application (cover letter), resume, unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required prior to employment), and three references with current addresses and telephone numbers.