Careers at Ranken

Job Title: Electrical Automation Technology Instructor

Location: Wentzville, MO.

Perks of working at Ranken:

• 11 Paid Holidays (1 week winter break - Christmas to New Years)
• Generous PTO schedule, 15 days to start
• 401K - immediate eligibility
• Pension plan
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance
• Paid Long-Term Disability & Short-Term Disability plans
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program -free confidential counseling
• Pet Insurance

Job Title: Automotive Collision Repair Technology Adjunct

Location: St. Louis, MO.

Purpose of the Role and Scope of Responsibility: Prepares for and teaches automotive collision repair courses and conducts labs as assigned by the department chair of the Automotive Collision Repair department. Hours: 5:30 pm -9:30 pm a few evenings a week. 

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Teaches assigned theory and lab classes. Plans daily activities for students in theory and lab. Supervises students for both theory and technical project grades.
• Instructs and evaluates students in a live work setting who are performing general services and repairs on automobiles, to include instruction in shop safety.
• Maintains a safe worksite and enforces Ranken’s safety standards.
• Teaching duties include refinishing, structural repair, nonstructural repair, mechanical collision repair, and work ethic.
• Is an active I-CAR instructor for live instruction or hands-on evaluations.
• Assists in the maintenance of ACR lab and classroom equipment.
• Assists management with developing curriculum and syllabi, budgeting, scheduling, hiring, and other duties.
• Participates in college governance, committee work, student advising, etc.
• Participates in available training to keep current in automotive collision repair technology.
• Assists in maintaining requirements of industry standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned by authorized individual.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge/Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in automotive collision repair technology from a regionally accredited institution and three years of experience in automotive collision repair.
• Technical faculty not possessing a bachelor’s degree in the field shall meet the following criteria:
  • A bachelor’s degree with the industry certifications to teach the identified technical courses.

Minimum Qualifications:

• An associate degree in the related field from a regionally accredited institution;
• Five years of work experience in the industry OR combination of additional work experience in the industry with industry certifications.
  OR
• A certificate in the related field from a regionally accredited institution;
• Seven years of work experience in the industry OR combination of additional work experience in the industry with industry certifications.
  OR
• Ten years of work experience in the industry OR combination of additional work experience in the industry with industry certifications.
• I-CAR Platinum Individual in one or more of the PHP roles.
• Community college or technical school teaching experience preferred.
• Excellent presentation skills including strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to teach and motivate students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills; ability to meet deadlines.
• Computer literate in MS Office.

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Ranken Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Perks of working at Ranken Part-time:

• 11 Holidays Off (1 week winter break - Christmas to New Years)
• Employee Assistance Program -free confidential counseling

Location: St. Louis, MO

Purpose of the Role and Scope of Responsibility: Under general supervision, teach high-performance tuning, including theory and extensive hands-on applications as assigned by the department chair.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Instructs and evaluates students in a live work setting, performing mechanical and electronic modifications to achieve optimum performance for specific applications.
2. Teaching duties include covering a variety of aftermarket tune software, carburation, electronic fuel injection, forced air induction, nitrous oxide, and shop safety.
3. Supervise and evaluate students operating an engine and chassis dynamometer.
4. Assists with the development of curriculum and syllabi.
5. Supervises and assists in maintaining HPRT lab and classroom equipment.
6. Participates in college governance, committee work, student advising, etc.
7. Participate in available training to stay current in high-performance automotive racing technology.
8. Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Preferred Qualifications:

• Appropriate degree and/or equivalent experience as an automotive tuner.
• In-depth experience with engine and chassis dynamometer tuning and applications with natural aspiration, forced air induction, nitrous oxide, carbureted, and fuel-injected systems.
• Experience with high-performance engine building, modification, and testing.
• Community college or technical school teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to teach and motivate students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and use good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills; ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent presentation skills, including strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work a flexible and adaptable schedule.
• Computer literate in MS Office.

The above information is intended to describe the most important aspects of the job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required to perform the work.

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Ranken Technical College promotes diversity among students, as well as its staff and faculty, and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, Ranken Technical College encourages resumes to be submitted from all interested applicants. Ranken will give consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected classes.

Perks of working at Ranken Part-time:

• 11 Holidays Off (1 week winter break - Christmas to New Years)
• Employee Assistance Program -free confidential counseling

Location: St. Louis, MO.

Purpose of the Role and Scope of Responsibility:  Responsibilities for the Plumbing Instructor include instructional planning, teaching, and learning; student recruitment, retention and advising; assist in the maintenance of lab and classroom equipment;  work with Plumbing program advisory committee to maintain and enhance Plumbing curriculum and assess Plumbing program outcomes; assist with scheduling, budgeting, hiring, and other duties; student advising, etc.; and participate in available training to keep current in Plumbing & Pipefitting Technology. Instruct and evaluate students in a live work setting who are performing general services and repairs. Special attention to service/ repair, commercial and residential, water supply, waste /vent systems, water heating, gas supply, plumbing math, blueprint reading. This includes theory and hands on in the shop.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five years of full time employment as a Licensed Plumber.
• Minimum of a Journeyman Plumbers license and one other license (Backflow, OSHA 30, Another state)
• Community college or technical school teaching experience a plus.
• Ability to motivate students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literate in MS Office.

If you wish to be part of a proud tradition of excellence in education, please apply below. Please specify whether you are looking for a full-time or part-time position. Excellent benefit package for full-time faculty.

Full-time days and Part-time evenings positions available.

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Perks of working at Ranken Part-time:

• 11 Holidays Off (1 week winter break - Christmas to New Years)
• Employee Assistance Program -free confidential counseling

Company Overview: Ranken Technical College, the regional leader in technical education since 1907, prepares students to enter the workforce or quickly advance in their careers. With more hands-on training than anyone else in the market, program options for relevant, in-demand technical careers, and strong relationships with employers, Ranken students don’t just graduate with an education – they graduate ready to work, and many Ranken grads land jobs within six months. Ranken offers a variety of degrees and certificates in our five core divisions: Automotive, Construction, Electrical, Information Technology, and Manufacturing. As a nonprofit college, we are driven by our belief in quality education. Ranken is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Comm. Visit www.ranken.edu for more information

Ranken Technical College promotes diversity among students, as well as its staff and faculty, and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, Ranken Technical College encourages resumes to be submitted from all interested applicants. Ranken will give consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected classes.

Location: St. Louis, MO.

Purpose of the Role and Scope of Responsibility: Prepares for and teaches Plumbing Technology courses and conducts labs as assigned by the department chair of the Plumbing Technology department.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Teaches assigned theory and lab classes. Plans daily activities for students in theory and lab. Supervises students for both theory and technical project grades.
2. Instructs and evaluates students in plumbing technology courses, to include instruction in shop safety.
3. Maintains a safe worksite and enforces Ranken’s safety standards.
4. Assists in the maintenance of lab and classroom equipment.
5. Assists management with developing curriculum and syllabi, scheduling, budgeting, hiring, and other duties.
6. Participates in college governance, committee work, student advising, etc.
7. Participates in available training to keep current in Plumbing Technology.
8. Assists in maintaining requirements of industry standards.
9. Performs other duties as assigned by authorized individual.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge/Education/Experience

• AS or BS degree in plumbing or related engineering field.
• Three years or more of residential or commercial plumbing or construction experience; knowledge of backflow testing procedures.
• Community college or technical school teaching experience preferred.
• Excellent presentation skills including strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to motivate students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Computer literate in MS Office.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills; ability to meet deadlines.

The above information is intended to describe the most important aspects of the job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required in order to perform the work.

Click here to apply.

Perks of working at Ranken:

• 11 Paid Holidays (1 week winter break - Christmas to New Years)
• Generous PTO schedule, 15 days to start
• 401K - immediate eligibility
• Pension plan
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance
• Paid Long-Term Disability & Short-Term Disability plans
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program -free confidential counseling
• Pet Insurance

Ranken Technical College promotes diversity among students, as well as its staff and faculty, and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, Ranken Technical College encourages resumes to be submitted from all interested applicants. Ranken will give consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected classes.

Job Title: HVAC Adjunct - Evening

Location: St. Louis, MO.

Purpose of the Role and Scope of Responsibility: Teach HVAC/R courses part- time, in a shop/lab environment, and in a lecture/classroom environment. Actively teach and evaluate students for technical and work ethic grades, reporting grades and attendance in a timely manner. Maintain safe work practices, tools, and equipment, keeping environment clean and organized. Assist in developing and maintaining the curriculum and syllabi used in the department.

Requirements:

• Applicants must hold at least a diploma in the HVAC field from an accredited technical college or university and a minimum of 3 years’ experience working in the field.
• HVAC/R: Knowledge of basic HVAC, refrigeration, and electrical principles; EPA certification.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Good organizational, interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.

Click here to apply to St. Louis, MO. 

Ranken Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Perks of working at Ranken Part-time:

• 11 Holidays Off (1 week winter break - Christmas to New Years)
• Employee Assistance Program -free confidential counseling

Job Title: Information Technology Evening Adjunct

Location: Wentzville, MO.

Pay: $35/hour.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Prepares for and teaches Information Technology courses and conducts labs as assigned by the division chair of the Information Technology department.
• Develops curriculum and perform duties as an instructor, teaching in a lecture/classroom environment.
• Actively teach and evaluate students for technical and work ethic grades, reporting grades and attendance in a timely manner.
• Maintain safe work practices, tools, and equipment, keeping environment clean and organized. Assist in developing and maintaining the curriculum and syllabi used in the department.
• Maintains a safe worksite and enforces Ranken’s safety standards.
• Assists in maintaining requirements of industry standards.
• Demonstrate positive work ethic traits, be a role model and motivate students.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree with 5 years industry experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows 10 or 11
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be detail oriented with excellent organizational skills.

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Ranken Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Perks of working at Ranken Part-time:

• 11 Holidays Off (1 week winter break - Christmas to New Years)
• Employee Assistance Program -free confidential counseling

Job Title: Advanced Precision Machining Instructor (CAD/CAM) - Evening

Pay/Schedule: $35/hr.; two nights a week.

Location: St. Louis, MO.

Purpose of the Role and Scope of Responsibility: Prepares for and teaches Advanced Machining Technology courses and conducts labs as assigned by the Department Chair of the Advanced Machining Technology department. We are looking for someone with Mastercam software experience.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Teaches assigned theory and lab classes. Plans daily activities for students in theory and lab.
2. Supervises students for both theory and technical project grades.
3. Instructs and evaluates students in Advanced Machining Technology courses to include instruction in shop safety.
4. Maintains a safe worksite and enforces Ranken’s safety standards.
5. Assists in the maintenance of lab and classroom equipment.
6. Assists management with developing curriculum and syllabi, scheduling, budgeting, hiring, and other duties.
7. Participates in college governance, committee work, student advising, etc.
8. Participates in available training to keep current in Advanced Machining Technology.
9. Assists in maintaining requirements of industry standards.
10. Performs other duties as assigned by authorized individual.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge/Education/Experience

• AS or BS degree in machining or related engineering field.
• Three years or more of practical work experience in general/advanced machining practices; experience with basic CNC or Mastercam knowledge.
• Community college or technical school teaching experience preferred.
• Excellent presentation skills including strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to motivate students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Computer literate in MS Office.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills; ability to meet deadlines.

Click here to apply.

Perks of working at Ranken Part-time:

• 11 Holidays Off (1 week winter break - Christmas to New Years)
• Employee Assistance Program -free confidential counseling

Ranken Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Title: IS Administrative Specialist

Location: St. Louis, MO.

Purpose of the Role and Scope of Responsibility:  This position provides essential administrative support to the Information Services, Buildings and Grounds, and Public Safety Departments by managing the Help Desk, coordinating daily operations, ensuring smooth workflows, and facilitating communication across departments as needed. This position requires a combination of administrative expertise and a willingness to engage with technical tools and processes. It is more of an administrative role for the Information Services Department than a technical role.

Principal Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

• Serves as the primary point of contact for the Help Desk, handling incoming requests via email or phone, logging work orders into Track-IT, and assigning them to the appropriate staff.
• Manages daily operations of the Mail Room, including Shipping & Receiving, and ensuring adequate supplies are maintained.
• Assists students and employees with basic technical requests such as password resets, printer setups, and capturing and transferring digital pictures.
• Maintains accurate records of staff and faculty laptop check-outs and returns using Track-It software.
• Prepare monthly reports on postage usage and other related metrics.
• Oversees the assignment and management of employee mailboxes and maintains records of mailbox keys.
• Coordinates the laptop lease program for students, including database management and handling requests for repairs.
• Provides invoicing support for the Buildings & Grounds Department.
• Manages and maintains mobile classroom laptop carts for general faculty use.
• Oversees IS student workers and guides daily tasks.
• Performs additional administrative duties as assigned to support department operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge/Education

Required: High School diploma, Office Productivity software training.

Preferred: Associate degree or specialized office automation/PC usage. Excellent customer service, communication, and organization skills.

Experience

Required: At least one year of administrative or clerical experience, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and general office tools.

Preferred: Two to four years of clerical experience, with knowledge of Microsoft Office and familiarity with website maintenance.

Licensure, Registration, Certification – None.

Note - Some evening and/or weekend hours will be required to participate in campus recruiting functions.

The above information is intended to describe the most important aspects of the job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required to perform the work.

Click here to apply. 

Perks of working at Ranken:

• 11 Paid Holidays (1 week winter break - Christmas to New Years)
• Generous PTO schedule, 15 days to start
• 401K - immediate eligibility
• Pension plan
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance
• Paid Long-Term Disability & Short-Term Disability plans
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program -free confidential counseling
• Pet Insurance

Ranken Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Title: Information Technology Instructor

Location: Wentzville, MO.

Purpose: Prepares for and teaches Information Technology courses and conducts labs as assigned by the division chair of the Information Technology department.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develops curriculum and performs duties as an instructor, teaching in a lecture/classroom environment.
• Actively teach and evaluate students for technical and work ethic grades, reporting grades and attendance in a timely manner.
• Maintain safe work practices, tools, and equipment, keeping the environment clean and organized.
• Assist in developing and maintaining the curriculum and syllabi used in the department.
• Maintains a safe worksite and enforces Ranken’s safety standards.
• Assists in maintaining requirements of industry standards.
• Demonstrate positive work ethic traits, be a role model, and motivate students.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree with 5 years industry experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows 10 or 11
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be detail oriented with excellent organizational skills.

Click here to apply. 

Perks of working at Ranken:

• 11 Paid Holidays (1 week winter break - Christmas to New Years)
• Generous PTO schedule, 15 days to start
• 401K - immediate eligibility
• Pension plan
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance
• Paid Long-Term Disability & Short-Term Disability plans
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program -free confidential counseling
• Pet Insurance

Ranken Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Title: Architectural Technology Adjunct

Location: St. Louis, MO

Purpose of the Role and Scope of Responsibility: Prepares for and teaches Architectural Technology courses and conducts studios as assigned by the department chair of the Architectural Technology department.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Teaches and evaluates assigned lecture and studio classes. Plans daily activities for students in lecture and studios. Supervises students for both lecture and technical project grades.
2. Instructs students about safe practices in the studio and carpentry shop, maintains a safe worksite, and enforces Ranken’s safety standards.
3. Assists in the maintenance of lab and classroom equipment.
4. Assists management with developing curriculum and syllabi, scheduling, budgeting, hiring, and other duties.
5. Participates in college governance, committee work, student advising, etc.
6. Participates in available training to keep current in Architectural Technology.
7. Assists in maintaining requirements of industry standards.
8. Performs other duties as assigned by authorized individual.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge/Education/Experience

• M-ARCH degree required.
• Three years or more of residential or commercial architectural design experience.
• Working knowledge of architectural design and drafting principles.
• Community college or technical school teaching experience preferred.
• Excellent presentation skills including strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to motivate students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Computer literate in MS Office.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills; ability to meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and other digital graphic software.

Click here to apply.

Perks of working at Ranken Part-time:

• 11 Holidays Off (1 week winter break - Christmas to New Years)
• Employee Assistance Program -free confidential counseling

Ranken Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Location: St. Louis, MO.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Click here to apply.

Perks of working at Ranken:

• 11 Paid Holidays (1 week winter break - Christmas to New Years)
• Generous PTO schedule, 15 days to start
• 401K - immediate eligibility
• Pension plan
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance
• Paid Long-Term Disability & Short-Term Disability plans
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program -free confidential counseling
• Pet Insurance

Ranken Technical College promotes diversity among students, as well as its staff and faculty, and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, Ranken Technical College encourages resumes to be submitted from all interested applicants. Ranken will give consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected classes.

Job Title: Public Safety Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Location: St. Louis, MO.

Purpose of the Role and Scope of Responsibility: This position is responsible for the security and safety of the campus including employees, students and visitors and physical assets and properties. Responsible for risk management, loss prevention, and a campus free from criminal incidents.

Principal Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

• Ensures the security and safety of the campus during 3rd shift. Monitors all campus surveillance equipment and campus alarms, both fire and intrusion. Maintains equipment and alarms in good working order.
• Primary responder during 3rd shift for all emergencies. Responsible for initiating messages using the emergency notification service, or contacting the proper person to do so, when time allows.
• Assists in recommending, creating and implementing campus safety policies and procedures. Proactively identifies safety and security issues and recommends and implements solutions.
• Serves as the primary contact for the St. Louis location first aid during 3rd shift.
• Maintains 3rd shift parking permits, campus keys, and related systems. Handles traffic and parking situations.
• Manages the 3rd shift security officer team in the performance of their duties. Ensures sufficient security coverage on all shifts. Assists with hiring, training and supervising all security officers. Takes corrective action as needed.
• Ensures friendly customer service by the 3rd shift security staff to employees, students and guests visiting the campus in providing directions and information. Coaches security officers on customer service techniques as well as appropriate methods to deal with difficult people.
• Follows up on 3rd shift security and safety incidents that have occurred, reviews sequence of events to determine whether proper action was taken and coaches security officers on any improvement in actions to be taken in the case of future incidents.
• Performs administrative duties and general office functions to ensure the department runs smoothly.
• Occupies a post/watch duty on 3rd shift.
• Serves as the local law enforcement liaison.
• Handles all key requests during 3rd shift.
• Licensed to carry a firearm.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge/Education –

Required: Associate degree in public safety, criminal justice, homeland security, emergency management or fire service or related discipline or equivalent relevant experience. Knowledge of effective management practices including hiring, training, and motivating a team of security officers. Effective customer service and communication skills. Ability to use sound judgment and decision-making skills, especially in emergencies or crises. Ability to effectively enforce policies for the safety and security of the campus. Good organizational and follow-through skills.  Successfully pass an extensive background investigation. Excellent computer skills, and knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree and knowledge of effective campus security procedures. Licensable to carry firearms.

Experience –

Required: Experience in Public Safety including supervisory experience.

Preferred: Three years of experience in Public Safety and/or campus security, or equivalent experience.

Note – This position may require additional weekend hours to participate in campus events and security-related functions.

The above information is intended to describe the most important aspects of the job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required to perform the work.

Click here to apply. 

Perks of working at Ranken:

• 11 Paid Holidays (1 week winter break - Christmas to New Years)
• Generous PTO schedule, 15 days to start
• 401K - immediate eligibility
• Pension plan
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance
• Paid Long-Term Disability & Short-Term Disability plans
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program -free confidential counseling
• Pet Insurance

Ranken Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.