Posting Details
Posting Summary Working Title: Mechatronics Fundamentals Instructors Part-Time Role Title: Adjunct Faculty Role Code: FLSA Exempt Pay Band: UG Position Number: 286A9999 Agency: Virginia Western Community College Division: Virginia Western Community College Div Work Location: Roanoke City - 770 Hiring Range: Commensurate based on qualifications Emergency: Essential Personnel EEO Category: B-Professional 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 Hours and days vary based on course offerings and enrollment. Adjunct faculty positions are appointed on an as needed course-by-course semester basis.
Job Description
Virginia Western Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education operating under the Virginia Community College System, a statewide system of community colleges. The College operates under the policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Virginia Western Community College Local Advisory Board. Virginia Western is located on a 70-acre campus in southwest Roanoke, VA. The service region of the College includes Roanoke, Salem, Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. The College was established in 1966 and has grown from an initial enrollment of 1352 to its current annual enrollment of over 9,000 students in credit courses and more than 1,400 enrollments in fast-track workforce and continuing education courses.
Virginia Western Community College, located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains of the Roanoke Valley, is accepting applications for part-time Mechatronics Fundamentals Instructors in the School of Career and Corporate Training, previously called Workforce Development. Mechatronics Fundamentals instructors will perform a variety of technical instructional assignments and classroom preparation requiring in-depth knowledge of two or more of the following topics:
• Electrical • AC/DC • Multimeters • Precision Measuring Instruments • Mechanical Systems • Pneumatics • Hydraulics • Programmable Logic Controllers • Sensors • Robotics
This position will also assist in all other instructor-related duties to support the program and the CCT department. Adjunct faculty positions are appointed on an as-needed course-by-course semester basis.
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.
Required Qualifications
A minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, which may include coursework in a Community College or University setting and/or work experience in an environment using expertise in electrical AC/DC, multimeters, precision measuring instruments, mechanical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, programmable logic controllers, sensors, and/or robotics, and/or safety in a manufacturing environment. Must complete the applicable National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) training and credentials in the topics of expertise within 6 months of hire.
All Adjunct Faculty positions require excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, ability to write syllabi and exams, ability to develop learning strategies, curriculum, and assessments, as well as the ability to work with students of varying abilities from diverse backgrounds.
Additional Considerations
Associates degree in a Career and Technical Education field preferred. National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) credentials preferred, e.g., Festo or Snap-On. Classroom Mechatronics instruction experience providing instruction in accelerated formats geared towards certification exam preparation. Demonstrated track record of high-level student credential and institutional outcomes with the ability to deliver instruction in the classroom and in lab environments.
Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel NA
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number: ADJ_3024P Recruitment Type: General Public - G Number of Vacancies: multi-hire Position End Date: if temporary Job Open Date: 02/03/2026 Job Close Date: 02/22/2027 Open Until Filled: Yes Agency Website: www.virginiawestern.edu Contact Name: Email: hr@appsvirginiawestern.edu Phone Number: Special Instructions to Applicants
Only online applications will be accepted. Submission of online application must also include a resume, cover letter, and transcripts of all college work completed. An other document, such as a letter of reference or additional transcripts, is optional and may be included as part of the online application process. We MUST receive copies of transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions. If the transcripts are not attached to the online application, please upload a document indicating that the transcripts will be mailed or sent separately to fulfill this requirement. The application will not be accepted without this required documentation.
Materials submitted via regular email attachment, postal mail, fax, or in-person in lieu of the online application will not be considered.
For more specific information regarding the application process at Virginia Western, visit http://www.virginiawestern.edu/hrcareeropenings.php.
Questions about the online application process can be called 540-857-7282 or 857-7283.
Females, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
TTY 711" or 1-800-828-1120.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA) and ADAAA, Virginia Western Community College will provide if requested reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes.
Virginia Western is committed to Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and Diversity.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer The selected candidates offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks, relevant to employment, and other checks requested by the VCCS, such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealths Statement of Economic Interest. 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.
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