Automotive Adjunct Professor

Salary Location Olympia Main Campus, WA Job Type Part-time Job Number PTF-210 Division Instruction Department Automotive(210) Opening Date 03/20/2023 DESCRIPTION BENEFITS QUESTIONS Our Opportunity Adjunct faculty salary for the 2023-2024 fiscal year is $1,068.
00- $1,090.
00 per credit hour as listed in the CBA (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader).
South Puget Sound Community College seeks candidates for a part-time/adjunct position to teach evening courses in the Automotive Department.
This position will begin effective September 18th, 2023.
The instructor should be able to teach and guide students in the diagnosis and repair of passenger car and light trucks in both lecture and lab settings.
Again, teaching assignments will be during the evening.
This recruitment is open to all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications stated below.
Applications received by the closing date will be used to create an applicant pool that may be used to fill similar vacancies at the College which may occur over the next 6-9 months.
South Puget Sound Community College is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its professional staff.
The students that we serve come from a variety of backgrounds.
We strongly encourage members of the underrepresented groups, veterans, and bi- or multi-lingual individuals to apply for this position to help meet the needs of our diverse students and service district.
We also offer: A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs Fine dining in the Percival Room, offering vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices as part of our Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts programs The Clipper Coffee Corner serving Batdorf & Bronson coffee and a selection of delicious food items from our baking/culinary students A brand new Health & Wellness Center FREE Bus service every 15 minutes to downtown Olympia and beyond FREE parking on our campuses – permits are not required On-campus child care Percival Creek which runs beneath our campus footbridge, provides year-round beauty and views of Chinook, Coho, and chum salmon pass through each fall Many walking paths that are marked and on nicely paved sidewalks SPSCC promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events on campus Lots of activities with our Artist & Lecture series, which are FREE for staff and faculty Many community events in the Kenneth J.
Minnaert Center for the Arts Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)that offer an opportunity for SPSCC employees to gather and connect around issues that define them personally, and which affect their work at the College and their professional development.
Current Employee Resource Groups include: Staff and Faculty of Color (SFOC) ERG - an employee network which strives to create an intentional and relational foundation for community and trust building across different groups through shared values.
The LGBTQIA+ ERG creates a space for LGBTQIA+ staff and faculty at the college to share resources, build support and community, and work towards greater equity and accessibility.
What You'll Do Successful candidates will possess the interest, skills, and abilities to help college teams lead the state in innovative and collaborative learning experiences designed to optimize student success.
Successful candidates will exhibit the following qualities: Place student success at the center of all decision-making.
Engage with students, faculty, staff, and administrators to create a community of learners.
Seek opportunities for teaching and learning excellence.
Embrace change, risk-taking, and innovation.
Respect the richness of diverse cultural values, beliefs, and practices of others.
Contribute to the technical and general education of students who will apply learning to the world of work and transfer their education to a university.
Faculty members will work with other faculty, staff, and administrators to: Craft contextualized and integrated learning experiences to meet stated student learning outcomes at the course, program, and college-level.
Create and facilitate authentic contextualized and integrated learning experiences in the areas of Automotive Technology in relation to identified college pathways that are linked to career goals.
Create authentic assessments of students' knowledge, skills and abilities in Automotive Technology and college abilities that measure course, program, and college-wide outcomes.
Apply multiple teaching and learning strategies that promote the affective, cognitive and kinesthetic domains of learning.
Advise students regarding academic pathways and the courses needed to reach each student's academic goals.
Use local, state, and national data and analytics to continuously improve strategies for student success.
Use a wide range of learning resources, tools, and technologies to improve access and student success in higher education.
Serve on committees that support the shared governance of the college.
Remain current with automotive trends, breakthroughs, and incorporate into the curriculum Possess knowledge to perform a high skill level to all 8 automotive service and repair areas Demonstrate multicultural competence (including an awareness and understanding of historically disadvantaged populations) and create an educational and work environment that affirms a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Support the college's mission by creating a work environment of mutual respect and fairness, while encouraging creative and critical thinking.
Contribute to the appreciation of diversity and foster a climate of multicultural understanding.
Qualifications You Possess Minimum Qualifications Associate's degree related to Automotive Technology orthree (3) years of recent industry experience in automotive technology Successful applicant will be required to obtain current ASE Certification within 90 days of hire, including: ASE A6 - Electrical/Electronic Systems Certification.
ASE G1 – Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Certification Ability to work evening schedule Ability to provide and teach automotive skills, automotive theory, and operations and maintenance of automotive equipment in a structured lecture and lab environment A Washington State Professional Technical Vocational Certificate or ability to become vocationally certificated, which requires at least two years of applicable experience within the last five years.
Demonstrated experience designing contemporary curriculum.
Demonstrated experience or participation with persons from diverse backgrounds such as sexual orientation, racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, socio-economic, physical and learning abilities, and a commitment to an inclusive and equitable working/learning environment.
Preferred Qualifications ASE-Certified Master Automobile Technician status ASE L1 Certification Experience successfully instructing adult learners such as industry workers or students 5 years recent industry experience Evidence of teaching excellence Ability to establish community and industry connections, particularly as they relate to students educational experience Evidence of innovative and diverse teaching methods, and technologies, to support teaching and learning in a dynamic educational environment A commitment and ability to work effectively with students of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, including a wide range of student preparedness and physical abilities Experience in the academic advising of students, with knowledge of transfer and AA programs To Apply Applications must be completed online and include the following attachments: Cover letter addressed to the Screening Committee highlighting your ability to perform the responsibilities and competencies described in the job posting.
Current resume/CV showing all educational and professional experience which demonstrates how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications.
Top candidates will be notified directly to interview for this position.
Selection will be based on the applicant's knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties listed in this job posting as identified in the materials requested above.
Applications with comments directing the reader to see attachments will be considered incomplete.
Veterans Preference Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wishing to claim Veterans Preference should redact their personally identifiable information from a copy of their United States Department of Veterans Affairs honorable discharge documentation and email to wpeters@spscc.
edu with the job number for which they are applying in the subject line.
Background Check Condition of Employment Employment with the college is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.
Any adverse information will be considered on a case-by-case basis and does not automatically preclude a candidate from employment.
Bargaining Unit This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by the South Puget Sound Federation of Teachers, AFT/AFL-CIO, Local 4603.
SPSCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) is an equal opportunity employer.
We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientations, and gender identity diversity.
Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons over age 40, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
The College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Applicants needing accommodation in the application process in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources office at (360) 596-5500.
The College is committed to enhancing the diversity of our faculty and staff, as well as our student population.
We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legal protected status.
SPSCC is a drug-free workplace.
Agency South Puget Sound Community College Address 2011 Mottman Rd SW Olympia, Washington, 98512 Phone 360-596-5546 360-596-5500 Website https://spscc.
edu/employment Our Opportunity Adjunct faculty salary for the 2023-2024 fiscal year is $1,068.
00- $1,090.
00 per credit hour as listed in the CBA (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader).
South Puget Sound Community College seeks candidates for a part-time/adjunct position to teach evening courses in the Automotive Department.
This position will begin effective September 18th, 2023.
The instructor should be able to teach and guide students in the diagnosis and repair of passenger car and light trucks in both lecture and lab settings.
Again, teaching assignments will be during the evening.
This recruitment is open to all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications stated below.
Applications received by the closing date will be used to create an applicant pool that may be used to fill similar vacancies at the College which may occur over the next 6-9 months.
South Puget Sound Community College is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its professional staff.
The students that we serve come from a variety of backgrounds.
We strongly encourage members of the underrepresented groups, veterans, and bi- or multi-lingual individuals to apply for this position to help meet the needs of our diverse students and service district.
We also offer: A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs Fine dining in the Percival Room, offering vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices as part of our Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts programs The Clipper Coffee Corner serving Batdorf & Bronson coffee and a selection of delicious food items from our baking/culinary students A brand new Health & Wellness Center FREE Bus service every 15 minutes to downtown Olympia and beyond FREE parking on our campuses – permits are not required On-campus child care Percival Creek which runs beneath our campus footbridge, provides year-round beauty and views of Chinook, Coho, and chum salmon pass through each fall Many walking paths that are marked and on nicely paved sidewalks SPSCC promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events on campus Lots of activities with our Artist & Lecture series, which are FREE for staff and faculty Many community events in the Kenneth J.
Minnaert Center for the Arts Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)that offer an opportunity for SPSCC employees to gather and connect around issues that define them personally, and which affect their work at the College and their professional development.
Current Employee Resource Groups include: Staff and Faculty of Color (SFOC) ERG - an employee network which strives to create an intentional and relational foundation for community and trust building across different groups through shared values.
The LGBTQIA+ ERG creates a space for LGBTQIA+ staff and faculty at the college to share resources, build support and community, and work towards greater equity and accessibility.
What You'll Do Successful candidates will possess the interest, skills, and abilities to help college teams lead the state in innovative and collaborative learning experiences designed to optimize student success.
Successful candidates will exhibit the following qualities: Place student success at the center of all decision-making.
Engage with students, faculty, staff, and administrators to create a community of learners.
Seek opportunities for teaching and learning excellence.
Embrace change, risk-taking, and innovation.
Respect the richness of diverse cultural values, beliefs, and practices of others.
Contribute to the technical and general education of students who will apply learning to the world of work and transfer their education to a university.
Faculty members will work with other faculty, staff, and administrators to: Craft contextualized and integrated learning experiences to meet stated student learning outcomes at the course, program, and college-level.
Create and facilitate authentic contextualized and integrated learning experiences in the areas of Automotive Technology in relation to identified college pathways that are linked to career goals.
Create authentic assessments of students' knowledge, skills and abilities in Automotive Technology and college abilities that measure course, program, and college-wide outcomes.
Apply multiple teaching and learning strategies that promote the affective, cognitive and kinesthetic domains of learning.
Advise students regarding academic pathways and the courses needed to reach each student's academic goals.
Use local, state, and national data and analytics to continuously improve strategies for student success.
Use a wide range of learning resources, tools, and technologies to improve access and student success in higher education.
Serve on committees that support the shared governance of the college.
Remain current with automotive trends, breakthroughs, and incorporate into the curriculum Possess knowledge to perform a high skill level to all 8 automotive service and repair areas Demonstrate multicultural competence (including an awareness and understanding of historically disadvantaged populations) and create an educational and work environment that affirms a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Support the college's mission by creating a work environment of mutual respect and fairness, while encouraging creative and critical thinking.
Contribute to the appreciation of diversity and foster a climate of multicultural understanding.
Qualifications You Possess Minimum Qualifications Associate's degree related to Automotive Technology orthree (3) years of recent industry experience in automotive technology Successful applicant will be required to obtain current ASE Certification within 90 days of hire, including: ASE A6 - Electrical/Electronic Systems Certification.
ASE G1 – Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Certification Ability to work evening schedule Ability to provide and teach automotive skills, automotive theory, and operations and maintenance of automotive equipment in a structured lecture and lab environment A Washington State Professional Technical Vocational Certificate or ability to become vocationally certificated, which requires at least two years of applicable experience within the last five years.
Demonstrated experience designing contemporary curriculum.
Demonstrated experience or participation with persons from diverse backgrounds such as sexual orientation, racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, socio-economic, physical and learning abilities, and a commitment to an inclusive and equitable working/learning environment.
Preferred Qualifications ASE-Certified Master Automobile Technician status ASE L1 Certification Experience successfully instructing adult learners such as industry workers or students 5 years recent industry experience Evidence of teaching excellence Ability to establish community and industry connections, particularly as they relate to students educational experience Evidence of innovative and diverse teaching methods, and technologies, to support teaching and learning in a dynamic educational environment A commitment and ability to work effectively with students of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, including a wide range of student preparedness and physical abilities Experience in the academic advising of students, with knowledge of transfer and AA programs To Apply Applications must be completed online and include the following attachments: Cover letter addressed to the Screening Committee highlighting your ability to perform the responsibilities and competencies described in the job posting.
Current resume/CV showing all educational and professional experience which demonstrates how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications.
Top candidates will be notified directly to interview for this position.
Selection will be based on the applicant's knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties listed in this job posting as identified in the materials requested above.
Applications with comments directing the reader to see attachments will be considered incomplete.
Veterans Preference Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wishing to claim Veterans Preference should redact their personally identifiable information from a copy of their United States Department of Veterans Affairs honorable discharge documentation and email to wpeters@spscc.
edu with the job number for which they are applying in the subject line.
Background Check Condition of Employment Employment with the college is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.
Any adverse information will be considered on a case-by-case basis and does not automatically preclude a candidate from employment.
Bargaining Unit This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by the South Puget Sound Federation of Teachers, AFT/AFL-CIO, Local 4603.
SPSCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) is an equal opportunity employer.
We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientations, and gender identity diversity.
Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons over age 40, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
The College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Applicants needing accommodation in the application process in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources office at (360) 596-5500.
The College is committed to enhancing the diversity of our faculty and staff, as well as our student population.
We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legal protected status.
SPSCC is a drug-free workplace.
Adjunct faculty who work 50% or more of a full-time workload for two consecutive quarters (for eligibility, spring and fall are considered consecutive) at one or more public higher education institutions will become eligible for state-sponsored health insurance and retirement benefits.
For more benefits information please visit our Employee Benefits website.