Position Details Position Information Position TitlePart Time Instructor Automotive POOLClassification TitleF3Hourly rate Stipend or Load Unit752 per load unitClose DateOpen Until FilledYesOpen Until Filled NotesPOOL - Open for the 2025-26 academic yearPosition TypeEmployee ClassPart-Time InstructorInstructor StatusThis is a part-time instructor position non-represented and non-benefited.Overtime EligibleExemptFLSA StatusLearned ProfessionalCampus LocationBendPrimary PurposeTo provide instruction in automotive technology as a member of an instructional team of full time and Part-time instructors. Instruction is for students in a Master Automotive Technician Certificate and AAS in Automotive Management Programs or one of several certificate programs. Faculty are expected to teach automotive technology direct student discussion select laboratory learning experience appropriate for meeting objectives and evaluate student performance in the classroom and laboratory. Faculty member expected to manage and evaluate students in the self-paced learning components included in the automotive curriculum.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesEffectively teach potions of automotive technology relating to eight ASE content areas.Provide individual conference time to guide and evaluate student progress.Management of the self-paced components of this program is included in the teaching loads.Teaching assignments may include courses taught during the day andor evening.Maintain a quality classroom learning environment and work effectively with individual students.Use teaching and assessment methods which incorporate current educational standards.Evaluate and maintain records of student progress and provide necessary feedback to students regarding their performance. As well as cooperate with other College personnel to assist students with career planning job placement and follow-up studies and act as a resource person for students.Provide instruction in Automotive courses in classroom remote or online delivery mode using established course outcomes. This includes providing individual conference time to guide and evaluate student progress. Teaching assignments may include courses taught during the day andor evening classes taught on any of the four campuses COCC serves by interactive video chat technology.Cooperate with the Business Department efforts to revise and standardize curricula for these classes.Attend regular trainings as scheduled by the department or College.Perform other essential duties and tasks specific to each location as assigned.Work with appropriate College personnel to write proposals for program funds.Department SpecificKnowledge Skills and AbilitiesIndividuals must possess these knowledge skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job with or without reasonable accommodation using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.Thorough knowledge of Automotive field based on education andor experience in the field.Knowledge andor work experience in automotive certificate course and shop equipment instruction.Knowledge of teaching and instruction of various audiences and group dynamics.Visual ability corrected to enable instructor to observe direct and supervise students in classroom situations.Ability to operate or oversee the operation of computers video chat technology e.g. Zoom and familiarity with or willingness to learn the learning management system LMS used at COCC.Ability to orally communicate effectively with others using the English language with or without the use of an interpreter.Ability to communicate effectively in writing using the English language with or without the use of auxiliary aids or services.Ability to review understand and apply concepts presented in training programs conferences andor professional literature.Ability to work with other faculty and COCC staff at all levels and be flexible with job tasks and hours.Willingness to travel andor teach at various hours and locations as required.Ability to work cooperatively with and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience.Ergonomic RequirementsThe ability to work in classroom and office environments using computers white boards projectors and other basic office equipment as well as shop equipment. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.Standing is required 50 of the time. Occasional exposure to fumes and vapors. Must occasionally handle equipment that is heavy. On-going exposure to some grease oil and dirt. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions without a significant risk of injury or to otherwise demonstrate or explain how they can perform the essential functions listed above.Minimum RequirementsAssociate of Science Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Technology.Five 5 years of current journeyman level experience in automotive technology.ASE Certification in the areas taught prior to hire date. Proof of ASE Certification is required.Equivalency StatementThe College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.Preferred QualificationsAssociate of Science in IndustrialTechnical Education.Teaching Experience.EEO StatementThe goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age disability sex marital status national origin ethnicity color race religion sexual orientation gender identity genetic information citizenship status veteran or military status pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1 N-2 or N-3.In support of COCCs EEO statement bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk . What is your highest level of education No High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED Professional Certification or License not a degree Associates Degree Bachelors Degree in ProgressBachelors Degree Masters Degree In ProgressMasters Degree Ph.D. in ProgressPh.D.J.D.M.D.Other Doctorate Level Degree How many years of COLLEGE LEVEL teaching experience do you have Less than 1 year1-2 years 2-3 years3 years More than 3 years We recognize the value of skills knowledge and experience gained outside of formal education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum education andor experience requirements but possess other qualifications or experience they feel are equivalent are encouraged to apply. Check the applicable boxes below and explain in the next question why your educationexperience should be considered equivalent. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on the box or boxes you check as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process. I meet all minimum requirements education and experience listed for this position.I do not meet the minimum education degree requirements.My degree is not in the required stated areas.I have less than the minimum years experience in the areas required. As a follow up to the previous question explain how your educationexperience should be considered equivalent to the minimum requirements. If you feel you meet all the stated minimum requirements please put NA. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on your response as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process. Open Ended Question In support of COCCs commitment to diversity equity and inclusion bilingual fluency in English and another language is considered a plus Please list any languages other than English in which you are fluent read and write Open Ended Question COCC employees must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed. Are you or will you be residing in the state of Oregon by the start date of this position YesNo The College CANNOT provide support or sponsorship of any type for visa applications and related paperwork for employment purposes. To be considered applicants must already be authorized to begin work in the United States be able to arrive in the country and maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support. Are you currently or will you be authorized to begin work in the United States able to arrive and able to maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support by the positions start date Yes I am already or will be authorized to begin work in the United States able to arrive and able to maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support by the positions start date.No. Are you a U.S. military veteran COCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. To receive veterans preference in this recruitment process you must upload your DD214 and 215 215 if applicable or certification that you expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status as supporting documentation. You will have the opportunity to upload the documents in the next step of this application process. Yes I am a veteranNo I am not a veteran If you have identified yourself as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran by submitting your DD214 and DD215 if applicable forms as proof of veteran status please describe any transferable skills earned during your military service that you feel relate to the requirementspreferences of this position. Open Ended Question Background checks are required for all employees of COCC. Should an offer of employment be made to you and accepted by you you will receive an email from COCC HireRight Screening requesting your consent and basic information to complete the check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of the criminal background check. Confirmed findings on a criminal background check will not automatically disqualify you from being hired into a position. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis considering the job responsibilities and other risk factors. Additional information regarding COCCs criminal history check policy can be found online in the General Procedures Manual Section HR-2-1. Please indicate here if you will provide consent to the criminal history check when requested by the College Yes I will provide my consent when requestedNo I will not provide my consent when requestedApplicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResumeVitaeCover LetterCollege Transcript 1 unofficialOptional DocumentsLetter of Recommendation 1US Military DD 214