Energy/Electrical Instructor #00064

Commonwealth of VA Careers; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Southern Virginia Higher Education Center seeks an Energy/Electrical Instructor to deliver high-quality classroom and hands-on instruction in energy and electrical trades, aligning with NCCER Electrical Levels 1–4. You will develop labs, materials, and assessments to prepare students for careers in the energy sector.

Reporting to the Director of Workforce Training Programs, you will collaborate with industry partners to ensure programs meet workforce needs and credentialing standards while

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of electrical or energy systems across theory, generation, transmission, and distribution.
• Extensive work experience in electrical trade, energy industry, or related fields.
• Ability to design hands-on labs from real-world scenarios for training.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with diverse audiences.
• Proficient digital literacy and comfort with standard office tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and hands-on instruction in energy and electrical trades.
• Develop instructional materials, labs, and assessments aligned with NCCER Levels 1–4.
• Ensure a safe, industry-relevant learning environment and partner with industry.
• Support workforce training programs and credentialing opportunities.

Skills

Electrical theory

Power generation

Electrical distribution

Circuit analysis

Troubleshooting

Education

NCCER certification

Journeyman Electrician

OSHA 10 certification

Job description

Title: Energy/Electrical Instructor #00064

State Role Title:Trainer and Instructor II

Hiring Range: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Southern VA Higher Educ Center

Location:Southern VA Higher Edu Ctr

Agency Website:https://www.svhec.org

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Southern Virginia Higher Education Center is currently seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Energy/Electrical Instructor to support its mission of advancing Southern Virginia’s economic potential through education, innovation, and collaboration. This position provides high-quality instruction and hands-on training in Energy and Electrical Trades to students enrolled in workforce credentialing and academic programs. The Energy/Electrical Instructor is responsible for developing and delivering classroom and hands-on technical instruction that prepares students for careers in the energy and electrical industries. Instruction will provide foundational knowledge of energy systems, including power generation, transmission, distribution, electrical infrastructure, and emerging energy technologies. The instructor will provide comprehensive training aligned with NCCER Electrical Levels 1–4, covering electrical safety, theory, circuits, wiring, motors and controls, transformers, electrical distribution, troubleshooting, and applicable National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements. The position will develop and maintain instructional materials, laboratory activities, and assessments while ensuring a safe, industry-relevant learning environment. The instructor will work with educational and industry partners to ensure training supports industry standards, workforce needs, industry-recognized credentials, apprenticeships, and employment opportunities. This position reports to the Director of Workforce Training Programs.

Minimum Qualifications

Extensive knowledge of electrical or energy systems, including electrical theory, power generation, transmission and distribution, AC/DC circuits, electrical components, wiring methods, motors and motor controls, transformers, electrical drawings and schematics, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting; Extensive residential, commercial, or industrial work experience in the electrical trade, energy industry, or related fields; Ability to apply electrical and energy-related knowledge to design hands-on labs based on real-world scenarios for training purposes; Demonstrated ability to engage with and develop positive working relationships with employers, learners, and other stakeholders; Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with diverse audiences; Intermediate to advanced digital literacy, including proficiency using word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet applications. Must be effective operating in a fast-paced environment and readily adaptable to changes as needed. Must be able to work independently and exercise sound judgment; Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills; Excellent time management skills, including proven ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines. High school graduate or equivalent.

Additional Considerations

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10 certification. Certifications in National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER), Journeyman Electrician. Current facilitator, training, or state Career and Technical Education (CTE) teaching credential.

Special Instructions

State employees who have been affected by Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) must submit the card BEFORE the closing date for this position. The card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxed to [phone]. Please include your name and the position number of the fax cover sheet.

A criminal background investigation prior to employment is required for the successful candidate. This position requires meeting the Virginia Community College Systems (VCCS-29) standards for an adjunct faculty.

Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call 804-225-2131 for assistance.

“The Southern Virginia Higher Education Center is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.”

Equal Opportunity Employer

Southern Virginia Higher Education Center

820 Bruce Street

South Boston, Virginia 24592

Contact Information

Name: Derek Mountford

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.