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Working Title Instructor of Automotive Technology Role Title 9 month-Instructor Gfund Role Code 01033-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band 00 Position Number 294G0007 Agency Southwest Virginia Community College Agency/Division Southwest Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Tazewell - 185 Hiring Range Minimum of $52,905 to commensurate with experience and qualifications Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Full 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
Work schedule will vary according to classes being taught and could be a combination of days, evenings, and weekends.
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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, Southwest 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. Southwest also has associate 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 accepting applications for a full-time Instructor of Automotive Technology to support an ARC POWER Grant-funded workforce training initiative. This is a three-year, full-time, hybrid faculty credit/non-credit, 9-Month, grant-funded position designed to enhance career pathways and provide students with technical skills and industry-recognized credentials needed for success in today's evolving automotive industry.
Position Summary
The Instructor of Automotive Technology will provide high-quality instruction in automotive systems, diagnostics, and repair within both classroom and hands-on lab environments. This position will focus on integrating nationally recognized, third-party certifications into the curriculum while preparing students for careers in traditional and emerging automotive technologies.
The instructor will teach courses within Career Studies Certificate programs, including:
In addition to teaching, the instructor will contribute to curriculum development, provide academic advising, and support student recruitment efforts. The position works collaboratively with faculty, workforce partners, and college staff to ensure student success and program effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities:
Instruction & Teaching
Certification Integration & Curriculum Development
Student Advising & Support
Recruitment & Outreach
Collaboration & Workforce Engagement
This is a restricted position. Continued employment in this role is contingent upon funding availability and the needs of the College. Position is not eligible for severance benefits under state policy. Grant term is three (3) years.
Instruction will primarily occur on Southwest's main campus; however, the instructor may also teach related courses at off-campus locations as needed.
A one-year probationary period is required for both new hires and transfers.
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.
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Additional Considerations
Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees No Required Travel
Travel is required
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number FAC_1992P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 06/24/2026 Job Close Date 07/08/2026 Open Until Filled No Agency Website www.sw.edu Contact Name Human Resources Email human.resources@sw.edu Phone Number 276.964.7339 Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application.
Please visit www.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
VCCS uses 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/97463
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