Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Faculty

Virginia Community Colleges; Cave Spring (VA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Western Community College is seeking a full‑time, 12‑month Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Faculty (Lecturer) to teach CNC machining, CAD/CAM, and related topics. The role includes curriculum development, assessment, and coordinating work-based learning with regional employers.

The candidate should have a strong machining background (CNC/G-code), a valid VDOE teaching license, and NIMS Level 1 credentials to start within six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Five years of machining experience, incl. CNC/G-code
• Must hold a current—or actively apply for and attain—VDOE Teaching License for high school instruction
• National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Level 1 credentials within six months of hire

Responsibilities

• Prepare classes and instructional assignments in Advanced Manufacturing and Technology
• Teach curricula including DOE-approved high school programs and accelerated workforce prep
• Coordinate work-based learning and student recruitment; engage with local employers

Skills

Machining

CNC programming

CAD/CAM

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma

VDOE Teaching License

NIMS Level 1 credentials

Associate degree preferred

Tools

ProtoTrak

Haas controls

Autodesk Fusion 360

SolidWorks

CMMs

Job description

Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Faculty

Posting Summary

Working Title

Working Title Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Faculty

Role Title

Role Title 12 month-Professional-Lecturer

Role Code

Role Code 01241-SW

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band

Pay Band 00

Position Number

Position Number 286GA255

Agency

Agency Virginia Western Community College

Agency/Division

Agency/Division Virginia Western Community College (Div)

Work Location

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $70,541 - $81,000

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category

EEO Category I-Faculty

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

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?

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No

Work Schedule

Varies based on course offerings. Typically, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, with some evenings and Saturday hours on a periodic basis.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

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 1,352 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 ( VWCC ) is accepting applications for a full-time, 12-month, restricted Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Faculty (Lecturer) in Workforce Solutions. Reporting to the Dean of STEM and Workforce Solutions, collaborating with assigned Program Coordinator(s), and at times working with the Corporate Training Specialist, this full-time faculty position prepares for classes and fulfills a variety of technical instructional assignments, including conventional machine tool operation, blueprint reading/engineering drawings, precision measurement tools, set-up, programming, operation of CNC lathes and mills, and the operation of CAD / CAM systems. The position is responsible for successfully teaching and implementing curricula such as specific year-long Department of Education-approved curriculum for high school students and more accelerated workforce preparation for adult learners. The incumbent teaches and helps coordinate activities related to work-based learning, including registered apprenticeships, and actively assists with student recruitment. This is an established position in Workforce, intended to bring about the growth and success of students, the machining program, and regional employers. The incumbent performs a variety of instructional and program-related tasks to support the mission of Workforce Solutions. This is a hands‑on teacher/advocate/ambassador position requiring the willingness and ability to engage stakeholders and grow a winning program, not a passive classroom teaching position. Success will be measured by key performance indicators such as course and program reputation, instructor evaluations, course completion, FastForward credential attainment, enrollment growth, stakeholder feedback, and success of graduates. NOTE : This is a restricted professional faculty position subject to continued availability of funds and programming needs.

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

High school diploma or equivalent. Five years of experience in a machining environment, which may include coursework in a Community College or University setting, using a variety of metalworking tools, processes and machines, primarily lathes and mills, and with experience in CNC / G-code programming. Must hold a current—or actively apply for and attain— VDOE Teaching License for high school student instruction within the VDOE required grace period. Must be—or become—certified in all National Institute of Metalworking Skills ( NIMS ) Level 1 credentials (11 credentials) within six months of hire. This position will require excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; ability to develop 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. Teaching assignments may range from summer kids camps, to high school courses, to adult courses, preparing students for manufacturing jobs, and even professional development for local business and industry.

Additional Considerations

Associate degree in a Career and Technical Education field preferred. Classroom Machining instruction experience, providing instruction in accelerated formats geared towards certification exam preparation. VDOE Teaching License for high school student instruction. Demonstrated track record of high level of student credential and institutional outcomes with the ability to deliver instruction in the classroom and machine shop. National Institute of Metalworking Skills ( NIMS ) credentials. Areas of expertise include: machine setup, machining applications, programming with ProtoTrak, Haas, other machine controls and simulators, process planning, precision measurement, inspection, print reading, GD&T and symbols, metallurgy, cutting tool selection and assembly, machine maintenance and shop and personal safety. Familiarity with CAD to Machining workflow, experience using Autodesk Fusion or SolidWorks, and experience with 3D scanners and CMMs.

Operation of a State Vehicle

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

Local travel to high school(s)

Posting Number

Posting Number FAC_2065P

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/15/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 10/05/2026

Open Until Filled No

Agency Website

Agency Website https://www.virginiawestern.edu

Contact Name

Email

Email [e-mail]

Phone Number

Phone Number 540-857-7305

Additional Information

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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 ( 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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