Adjunct Instructor, CDL - Evening Shift

Laramie County Community College; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 95,054,000 - 99,187,000; Part time

Job summary

Laramie County Community College in Cheyenne, WY seeks a part-time Adjunct Instructor for the CDL Program to deliver non-credit instruction, support students, perform safety checks, and assist with program operations under the CDL Program Manager.

Responsibilities include using standard curriculum, conducting pre-trip inspections, maintaining vehicles, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and FMCSA, with emphasis on accurate record-keeping and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Three years of Class A CDL experience and eligibility for College insurance.
• Current US DOT Medical Certificate.
• Registered in FMCSA Clearinghouse and able to pass pre-employment checks.
• Motor Vehicle Record reflecting Licensed Commercial Status.

Responsibilities

• Deliver non-credit CDL instruction using standard curriculum.
• Support students and ensure safety during driving and training activities.
• Perform vehicle inspections and coordinate maintenance with CDL Program Manager.
• Ensure compliance with school policies, OSHA, FMCSA, and state regulations.
• Assist with program operations and record-keeping as needed.

Skills

CDL experience

Safety training

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

FMCSA Clearinghouse

US DOT Medical Certificate

Job description

The Adjunct Instructor, CDL Program position is part-time, non-benefited position responsible for program instruction, student support, safety, equipment inspection, and supporting the overall program operations. Under the general direction of the Outreach and Workforce Development CDL Program Manager, the Instructor performs duties related to delivering the LCCC Non-Credit instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their potential.

This position uses the standard curriculum and approved methodology to ensure student progress in both written coursework and practical driving skills, while providing relearning opportunities through approved strategies as needed. This position requires a strong background and understanding of the curriculum as well as superior training skills. Also, calls for flexibility, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work closely and without conflict with both internal and external customers.

Compensation: $33.39/hr.

Priority Screening Date:Position is open until filled.

Starting Date:As soon as practical after the hiring process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This position is non-exempt and is eligible for compensatory or overtime pay provisions of the FLSA. This listing of essential duties is not all-inclusive, but representative, other duties may be assigned).

• Ensure student understanding of content by preparing and delivering clear objectives and instructional activities that facilitate active learning.
• Demonstrate safe vehicle operation by applying proper driving techniques, conducting thorough pre-trip inspections, and adhering to safety protocols in various driving conditions.
• Maintain vehicles in safe operating condition by performing routine inspections, identifying potential mechanical issues, and ensuring timely maintenance in accordance with safety regulations.
• Complete maintenance repair forms to CDL Program Manager
• Ensure the program consistently operates in compliance with school policies and procedures, OSHA, FERPA, FMCSA, state law, and applicable rules by implementing and monitoring practices that adhere to these standards and ensuring all records are accurately prepared and updated.

Other tasks may be assigned based on contemporary institutional needs.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

• While performing the essential functions of this position a variable work schedule may be required
• There may be occurrences of interacting with employees and/or students, past employees and/or students, members of the general public, and others who express opinions, may exhibit strong emotions, which will require the employee to interact professionally, diplomatically, and appropriately in such situations
• While performing the essential duties of this position, an employee would frequently be required to move around the assigned work areas as well as within hallways, meeting rooms, and other parts of the campus facilities
• There may be multiple/daily instances of prolonged sitting, standing, and personal computer use, which would include keyboard and/or mouse usage as well as viewing a computer monitor
• An employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more to perform essential position functions
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
• The overall work environment requires the mental ability to shift focal point quickly due to interruptions; an employee must be able to mentally track multiple projects and tasking as well
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; however, there may be instances of somewhat loud environments.

NOTE: This position description is a general description; it is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of the College are expected to perform other tasks as assigned by their respective supervisor/manager regardless of job title or routine job duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Highschool diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Three years of Class A CDL experience and eligibility for coverage by the College’s insurance policy.
• Current US DOT Medical Certificate
• Registered in the FMCSA Clearinghouse system and able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Motor Vehicle Record reflecting “Licensed” Commercial Status.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree from a regionally accredited institution in Business, Management, Transportation Logistics, or a closely related field
• License and ability to operation a manual 10 or 13 speed transmission
• Two years of instructional experience in a CDL training program or equivalent
• Possession of, or willingness to obtain, endorsements for Hazardous Materials, Doubles/Triples, and Tanker
• Strong computer skills
• Experience in both local, and over-the-road driving

If you are selected for the position, your appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. LCCC reserves the right to end this employment agreement should the results of your background investigation not be successful.

LCCC DOES NOT SPONSOR H1B VISAS.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Laramie County Community College is an EEO/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

Please contact: Title IX, Title VI, and ADA Coordinator, Suite 205, Clay Pathfinder Building, 1400 E College Drive, Cheyenne, WY 82007, 307.778.1144, [e-mail]. Contact information for the regional Office for Civil Rights is: Office for Civil Rights, Denver Office, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, 303.844.5695, [e-mail]. Updated 6/2025.

The mission of Laramie County Community College is to transform our students' lives through the power of inspired learning. Our over-arching goal is that our accomplishments as a community college will distinguish LCCC from others in the nation, in turn benefiting our communities and bringing pride to the Great State of Wyoming. Our core values include Passion, Authenticity, and the Desire to Make a Difference.