Heavy Equipment Operator Adjunct Instructor

Southwest Virginia Community College

$40.00-$45.00

United States, Virginia, Cedar Bluff

635 Community College Road (Show on map)

Apr 18, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title	Heavy Equipment Operator Adjunct Instructor
Role Title	Adjunct Instructor
Role Code
FLSA	Exempt
Pay Band	UG
Position Number
Agency	Southwest Virginia Community College
Division	Southwest Virginia Community College (Div)
Work Location	Tazewell - 185
Hiring Range	$40.00-$45.00
Emergency/Essential Personnel	No
EEO Category	I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time	Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-	No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?	No
Work Schedule	Up to 29 hours per week. Schedule will vary dependent upon class schedule.
Sensitive Position	No
Job Description	Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC offers associate's degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. SWCC also has associate's degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice. Southwest Virginia Community College is in search of a Non-Credit Heavy Equipment Operator Adjunct Instructor to serve its Workforce and Continuing Education Division. The position will serve main and off site campuses. Instructional workload will be based on demand in surrounding communities serviced by the College. The successful candidate must be self-motivated, able to multi-task, and create a student-oriented learning environment. Classes may be offered day, evening, or weekends. Primary duties are to coordinate, administer, manage, and deliver non-credit programs. Responsible for the recruitment, work-based learning opportunities, and job placement of students into workforce. Manages the program advisory board(s) Defines learning objectives, prepares and teaches classes, creates a student-oriented learning environment, and evaluates student learning in assigned courses Engages in curriculum and course development Serves as academic advisor Serves on college committees and participates in other college activities Must be available to teach day, evenings, weekends, and on and off-campus classes in person and online Assists in the recruitment, training and support of adjunct instructors within teaching field. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor Instructional faculty must reside in the state of Virginia or be available to teach in-person classes at one of the Southwest Virginia Community College ( SWCC) locations (Main Campus, Lebanon, Bluefield, Southern Gap).
Special Assignments	May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications	Five years of occupational experience in heavy equipment operator, operating modern heavy equipment used in the construction industry Combination of education and industry credentials to demonstrate content expertise Excellent written and oral communication skills Commitment to community college philosophy and student success Ability to plan, organize, prioritize ad work independently Must be able to successfully complete background check
Additional Considerations	NCCER qualified instructor Experience teaching adult learners and/or in a community college Experience using Canvas or similar learning management system Experience teaching with simulators Associates degree Recent experience preparing adult students for success on credentialing exams
Operation of a State Vehicle	Yes
Supervises Employees	No
Required Travel	Travel may be required.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	ADJ_2387P
Recruitment Type	General Public - G
Number of Vacancies	multiple
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date	04/18/2025
Job Close Date	04/28/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Agency Website	www.sw.edu
Contact Name	Human Resources
Email	hr@sw.edu
Phone Number	276.964.7333
Special Instructions to Applicants	To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application. Please visit jobs.vccs.edu to apply.
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer	The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement	The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement	The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement	VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting	https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/82929