Workforce Instructors - Trades

Virginia Community College, United States

Updated: about 13 hours ago
Location: Frederick, OKLAHOMA
Deadline: 18 Nov 2024

Posting Details
Posting Summary


Working Title Workforce Instructors - Trades
Role Title
Role Code 01011-SW
FLSA Exempt
Pay Band UG
Position Number 298A0000
Agency Laurel Ridge Community College
Division Laurel Ridge Community College (Div)
Work Location Frederick - 069
Hiring Range Adjunct/Continuing Education Faculty: The rate per credit hour will commensurate with education and relevant or teaching experience
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Workforce Solutions offers courses during the day, evenings and weekends.
Sensitive Position No
Job Description


Instructor for Workforce Solutions – Trades
Workforce Solutions is accepting applications for instructors to teach in a variety of programming areas including:

  • Welding
  • Plumbing
  • HVAC
  • Electrical
  • Heavy Equipment Operations
  • Mechatronics

We offer scheduled classes at the college in an open enrollment setting as well as customized training for area businesses and corporations.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
While teaching experience is helpful, it is not required; however, professional experience and appropriate certification are critical. Our students expect to learn from seasoned professionals who can share their knowledge and relevant experience in the field. Students can be a mixture of novices, partially trained, or experienced technicians seeking a credential. Teaching positions are primarily in-person, but occasionally instruction may be hybrid, if necessary. Classes may be offered during the weekday, weekday evenings or weekends depending on the need. These positions are part-time and contracted on a course-by-course basis as needed. Our programs focus on credentials and skill enhancement rather than degree attainment. Classes may be offered at our Middletown or Fauquier Campuses, our Luray-Page County Center or an off-site location. Please see our website https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/ for additional information about Workforce Solutions and these programs.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
  • Teach as little as one evening per week
  • On average earn up to $3,500 on select programs
  • Actual compensation based on a variety of factors including subject area, length of class, and professional experience
  • Opportunity to become a national certified instructor
  • Teach in updated state-of-art labs, using equipment and tools for hands-on learning with our students
  • All class materials, lessons, tolls, and supplies are provided for our instructors
  • Receive the full support of our dedicated staff and lab tech assistant to make you and your students successful
  • No previous teaching experience required – if you have the heart to help others and learn, we will help you become a great instructor

APPLICATION PROCESS:
This is an open/standing position advertisement and not for a specific position. Completing an application will make you available for open positions based on your experience, the information you provide in your application, and relevant positions available. You are strongly encouraged to include a cover letter indicating your area of teaching interest/knowledge and strongly encouraged to provide a resume of your experience if you have one. Please complete the state application and provide all pertinent professional information about yourself. We regularly review applicants and if your qualifications match an open position, we will contact you.Please note: applicants must reside in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland or DC.
If you have questions and wish to learn more about any available positions, please call our office at (540) 868-7021
Telework

According to DHRM policy 1.61 Teleworking , effective July 5, 2022, Virginia state employees will return to the workplace. Consistent with pre-pandemic policies, telework may be an option for certain eligible positions. Eligible positions are determined by the type of work and job requirements of the position, as defined by heads of agencies.
Click here to learn about Laurel Ridge Community College.
Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email [email protected] for further information.
Sponsorship of an employee’s work authorization takes time and requires an ongoing financial investment. Therefore, Laurel Ridge Community College does not have funding to sponsor potential employees in the US on a work visa. We consistently follow this funding model to ensure our practices are not discriminatory. Exceptions would require approval from the college president.
Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non-merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment.
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.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Proven subject matter knowledge, which may be evidenced by training, experience, and/or credentials.
Non-credit courses require substantial experience in field of expertise.
Additional Considerations
Operation of a State Vehicle Yes
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel
We offer top quality courses on hundreds of subjects taught by expert trainers at our Middletown, Warrenton and Luray campuses/center. Responsibilities include teaching workforce courses, which may include hybrid, online, distance learning and on campus courses during the day, evening and weekends.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number ADJ_1786P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 500
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 05/16/2024
Job Close Date 11/18/2024
Open Until Filled
Agency Website https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/
Contact Name Faith Gaile
Email [email protected]
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
Upload cover letter (this is optional, but recommended) and resume (this is optional, but recommended) and unofficial transcripts (this is optional for all positions except faculty, clinical instructors and tutors). Reference checks, background screenings, and eVerify are required for all Laurel Ridge positions. Satisfactory reference, background screenings are a condition of employment.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155. Please note: Certificates of Disabilities that were issued between April 2022 & February 29, 2024, will continue to be valid for applying to state jobs.
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, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
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/73537

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