Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Instructor, Agriculture Management & Production - FT
Department
Agribusiness
Location
Beatrice
Job Category
Faculty
Job Type
FT
Posting Number
02133
Position End Date
Position Summary Information
General Description of Position
Under the general direction and supervision of the Dean and Associate Dean, the Instructor, Agriculture Management & Production, is responsible for developing and implementing courses in the Agriculture Management & Production program. Courses may take place in classroom, laboratory, online, and hybrid (online & face-to-face) formats. This is a full-time position for the upcoming 2026-2027 Academic Year.
Essential Functions
The instructor is responsible for writing course objectives, implementing appropriate teaching strategies, advising students, monitoring and evaluating student progress, and keeping accurate and timely student records. Teaching assignments for this position include, but are not limited to, various aspects of the Agriculture Management & Production Program.
- Provide instruction and develop courses in assigned subject areas.
- Practice and encourage safety.
- Provide instruction to a diverse student population according to the objectives of each course in the Ag Production & Management program.
- This instructor will utilize a variety of instructional strategies in the classroom/laboratory that include but are not limited to lectures, small groups, indoor and outdoor demonstrations, and laboratory activities.
- Prepare and administer student evaluation instruments and maintain accurate student records on attendance, achievement, and progress in a timely manner.
- Remain current in events and developments related to the subject area. Increase and improve personal teaching and subject knowledge through supplemental sources such as in-service activities, conferences, workshops, technical updates, and personal self-study.
- Participate in division and college meetings and committees.
- Participate in program Workforce Leadership Team (WLT) meetings.
- Maintain the security of college vehicles, equipment, facilities, and materials.
- Serve as an Academic Advisor for students. Tasks included in this area are: advising students on their academic progress, courses needed for graduation, and division/college policies and procedures; and generally, serve as the first line of communication between students and the college staff.
- Develop and/or revise course objectives, content, descriptions, and instructional strategies on approved college curriculum forms. In addition, the instructor will develop, revise, and maintain classroom/laboratory policies, grading structures, and strategies. This instructor will review, evaluate, and recommend textbooks for course use.
- Function as a Member of the Ag Production & Management program, Agriculture Division, Instructional Division, and SCC teams.
- Interact with colleagues, students, staff, supervisors, and the public in a manner that will project a positive image of the program and the College, and which promotes/facilitates instructional services such as recruitment, placement, and orientation as assigned. This includes support of SCC policies, goals, and strategic plans.
- Maintain and upgrade the Ag Production & Management classroom/laboratory instructional facilities and equipment. Responsible for verifying the maintenance of facilities and equipment to ensure that it is kept in safe and proper working order for student use.
- Individualized Development Plan (New Instructors): Each new instructor will develop an individualized development plan in cooperation with the Vice President of Instruction or his/her designee.
Promote a Culture of Belonging
Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College's policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.
Marginal Functions
- Operate and utilize as part of the teaching process appropriate audio-visual equipment, computers, and learning management system(s), including but not limited to PowerPoint, Microsoft Office products, Canvas, etc.
- Provide information and data that will assist in the preparation of budgets, course schedules, vehicle condition reports, MAP Goals, assessment reports, and other required reports.
- Serve as a substitute instructor within the Agriculture Division when needed, as assigned by the Associate Dean or Dean.
- Serve as a technical advisor from the Ag Production & Management program to assist other programs at the College.
- Coordinate with the Farm Manager and Assistant Farm Manager to identify, recruit, and schedule student worker employees for production operations.
- Perform other related duties within the division/program as assigned.
- May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.
- Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.
- Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Possess current knowledge of and experience in the Agriculture Management & Production field. This could include, but not limited to any of the following areas: Fundamentals of Ag Marketing, Ag Commodity Marketing, Ag ACFS, Ag Occupation Exploration, Agribusiness Management, Farm and Ranch Management, Enterprise Analysis, Ag Leadership, Ag Photography, Intro to Ag Ed, Hort Business Management, Soils and Plant Nutrition, Agribusiness Sales, Introduction to Livestock Production, Live Animal/Carcass Evaluation, Companion Animal, Crop & Food Science, Ag Technology, and Cooperative Education Experience.
- Ability to operate the tools and equipment and all types of processes required for the particular courses assigned to teach.
- Ability to apply and demonstrate effective communication skills.
- Ability to develop and incorporate a variety of teaching strategies and techniques in the classroom/laboratory.
- Ability to devise and utilize appropriate evaluation methods for classroom/laboratory use.
- Possess a working knowledge of all manner of industry processes, procedures, and industry best practices for particular courses assigned to teach.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing, in person, and on the phone.
- Ability to use basic computer skills.
- Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds for short distances and move tables, chairs, and media equipment when necessary.
- The individual must possess the above skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Agriculture Education, or a directly related field of study.*
- Two (2) years of recent experience in Agriculture or Agriculture Education.
*An Associate's degree in an agriculture-related field,
plus a total of four (4) years of professional work experience in the Agriculture industry, may be substituted for the degree/experience requirement.
Desired Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Agriculture or Agriculture Education.
- Previous teaching experience.
- Additional post-secondary training or degree.
- Industry-recognized certification(s) related to Agriculture Management & Production.
Salary
$56,900 per year (2025-2026 rate)
Benefits
SCC BEN Dollars - Eligible Employees: Full-time status. Regular employees with an FTE of 0.75 or greater will be eligible for SCC Ben Dollars. All employees will be required to elect a health insurance option. If the cost of insurance coverage selected by an employee exceeds the SCC Ben Dollars available, all additional costs will be withheld from the employee's paycheck. Any SCC Ben Dollars that the employee does not elect to use for the purchase of dependent health and dental insurance will be paid to the employee in cash at $0.93 per $1.00 benefit dollar. All amounts paid are subject to withholding for income and employment taxes, but not subject to the College's contribution toward the Retirement Savings Plan - Group Retirement Account (GRA).
Schedule
This is a full-time regular position with an implied 40-hour work week, based on a 175-day work calendar. Teaching assignments for this position are scheduled and approved by the College between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday based on the instructional work calendar. Scheduled special activities, emergencies, or temporary schedule changes may require hours outside of the regular workday or workweek.
Posting Detail Information
Please be advised that Southeast Community College will require a Criminal History Background Check prior to final offer.
Open Date
04/13/2026
Close Date
04/27/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
If accommodation or assistance is needed to complete this application, contact Human Resources at 402-437-2553.
Quick Link
https://southeast.peopleadmin.com/postings/12147
