Instructor, Commercial Truck Driving

Southern Crescent Technical College; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid state holidays

Paid leave

State benefits

Job summary

Georgia State Government is hiring an Instructor for the Commercial Truck Driving Licensing program. Under general supervision, you will instruct and supervise students, develop course outlines, and prepare lesson plans for credited technical courses.

Responsibilities include evaluating student progress, maintaining documentation, ensuring safety, and supporting recruitment and job placement efforts. Minimum qualifications include a valid CDL and one year of driving experience; a preferred

Qualifications

• Must possess a current State of Georgia Department of Driver Services Class "A" Commercial Driver's license.
• The ability to work flexible hours is required.
• One (1) year of experience as a commercial truck driver.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and supervises students in Commercial Truck Driving Licensing program.
• Develops program and course outlines and prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited technical/occupational courses.
• Evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives.
• Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares budget requests.
• Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate.
• Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports.
• Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training area.
• Meets with students, staff, and educators to discuss instructional programs and issues.
• Assists with recruitment, retention and job placement efforts

Skills

CDL Driver Experience

Flexible hours

CDL Class A License

Education

Associate degree

three years driving experience

Tools

FMCSA rules

USDOT policy

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Instructor, Commercial Truck Driving Job Requisition ID: JR0000001292 Number of Openings: 1 Shift: Any (United States of America) Compensation Details: COMPENSATION WILL BE COMMENSURATE WITH THE APPLICANT'S EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS.

Job Description:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess a current State of Georgia Department of Driver Services Class "A" Commercial Driver's license.
• The ability to work flexible hours is required.
• One (1) year of experience as a commercial truck driver.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree
• three (3) years of experience as a commercial truck driver
• excellent human relations skills
• good reputation in the truck driving community
• excellent computer skills
• familiar with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) rules and regulations, and United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) Office of Drug and Alcohol policy and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Under general supervision, instructs and supervises students in Commercial Truck Driving Licensing program.
• Develops program and course outlines, goals and objectives; Prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited technical/occupational courses;
• Evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives;
• Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares required budget requests;
• Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate;
• Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports;
• Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training area;
• Meets with students, staff members and other educators to discuss students’ instructional programs and other issues impacting the progress of the students;
• Assists with recruitment, retention and job placement efforts

Competencies:

• Knowledge of pedagogical practice and theory;
• Knowledge of the mission of postsecondary vocational/technical education;
• Knowledge of academic course standards;
• Knowledge of the college’s academic programs;
• Skill to work cooperatively with students, faculty and staff;
• Skill in the preparation and delivery of classroom content;
• Skill to make timely decisions;
• Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs;
• Decision making and problem solving skills;
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public;
• Oral and written communication skills.

Salary:

Salary commensurate with education and work experience. Benefits include paid state holidays, paid annual and sick leave, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits Program.

Special Notes:

It shall be a condition of employment to submit to a background investigation. Offers of employment shall be conditional pending the result of the background investigation. Federal Law requires ID and eligibility verification prior to employment. All male U.S. citizens, and male aliens living in the U.S., who are ages 18 through 25, are required to register for the military draft and must present proof of Selective Service Registration upon employment. Applicants who need special assistance may request assistance by phoning [phone]. Applicants scheduled for interviews will be notified of the status of the position. Minimum Qualifications: Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.