Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Faculty

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Western Community College invites applications for a full-time, 12-month Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Faculty (Lecturer). The role focuses on conventional machine tool operation, CNC programming, CAD/CAM, and related curricula for high school and adult learners.

Involves coordinating work-based learning and partnerships with local employers. The candidate will teach, develop syllabi and assessments, and support credential attainment in a growing regional program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of experience in a machining environment, using metalworking tools, primarily lathes and mills, and CNC / G-code.
• Must hold or apply for and attain a VDOE Teaching License for high school instruction.
• Must become NIMS Level 1 certified within six months of hire.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to develop syllabi, exams, and learning strategies.

Responsibilities

• Teach and implement curricula including high school and accelerated workforce training.
• Coordinate work-based learning activities and apprenticeships.
• Engage with regional employers to grow the machining program.
• Support program and course outcomes through assessments and student credential attainment.

Job description

Working Title Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Faculty Role Title 12 month-Professional-Lecturer Role Code 01241-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band 00 Position Number 286GA255 Agency Virginia Western Community College Agency/Division Virginia Western Community College (Div) Work Location Roanoke (City) - 770 Hiring Range $70,541 - $81,000 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Full Time 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? 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.

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 No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

Local travel to high school(s)

Females, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Virginia Western is committed to Equal Opportunity.

Additional Information Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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 (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.