Adjunct Faculty - Applied Technology (Automotive Technology)

Job Summary: The adjunct faculty member in the automotive technology program will instruct students in a course and any associated lab(s) that align with individual expertise and experience. These courses are to encompass the theoretical and hands-on aspects of automotive technology. Courses in the program include but are not limited to welding, auto electrical systems, suspension, manual drive train, automotive brakes, engine rebuilding, automotive heating and air conditioning, automatic transmissions, automotive repair, engine performance and computers, engine fuel and emission controls, automotive estimating, automotive management, diesel engines, and hybrid, electric, and alternative fuel vehicles.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares instructional materials and instructs students in selected automotive technology courses
• Develops and/or selects appropriate instructional materials for selected assigned courses
• Performs duties associated with instructing and assessing student progress in a timely way. These include but are not limited to grading and required record keeping according to university guidelines
• Teaches day and/or evening classes/labs as available (in consultation with the chair)
• Stays current in the automotive technology field
• Respects and upholds university values
• Demonstrates behavior congruent to these values with students in classrooms and lab spaces; and with campus colleagues
• Implements and upholds university and departmental policies in the classroom

Employment Qualifications: (Required)

• Earned ASE certifications in the automotive area(s) relevant to course content(s)
• Experience with automotive technology standards and trends; willingness to integrate new skills and technology

Employment Qualifications: (Desirable)

• Master level ASE certified
• Associates or Bachelor's degree in automotive technology related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities to work with university students
• Demonstrated formal training and continuing education in automotive technology
• Recent professional work experience in automotive industry.