Part Time Instructor, Mechatronics-NHC Endowment Grant

Cape Fear Community College; Castle Hayne (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Community College seeks a qualified instructor to provide classroom and lab instruction in the Mechatronics Program, aligning with regional workforce needs and program goals. The role emphasizes hands-on training, assessment, and collaboration with college departments to support student success.

The instructor will plan and deliver instruction, develop assessments, and coordinate curriculum updates while maintaining accurate attendance and performance records.

Qualifications

• AAS in Mechatronics or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least five (5) years of professional experience in Mechatronics or a closely related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Systems Technology or Electrical/Electronic Technology, or closely related field, from a regionally accredited college or university.
• At least seven (7) years of professional industrial experience in Mechatronics, Industrial Systems Technology, Electrical/Electronic Technology or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality current and relevant instruction for workforce preparation in the Mechatronics Program.
• Plan, direct, and participate in instruction for the Mechatronics Program; develop supplemental materials and tests; maintain records of student attendance and performance.
• Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the Mechatronics Program; curriculum development and instructional coordination.

Skills

Curriculum development

Instructional strategies

Academic program administration

Policy interpretation

Workforce preparation

Education

AAS in Mechatronics or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics or related field

Job description

DEFINITION

To provide classroom and lab instruction in the Mechatronics Program for the college.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives general supervision from the Department Chair, Applied Technologies
• Receives technical direction from the Mechatronics Program Director

ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS STATEMENTS

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions

• Provide quality current and relevant instruction for workforce preparation in the Mechatronics Program and activities that incorporate current technology and effective methods of instruction that meet the needs of employers.
• Plan, direct, and participate in the instruction for Mechatronics Program; develop supplemental materials and tests; maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance.
• Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for Mechatronics Program, including curriculum development and instructional coordination; recommend, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assess and monitor workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement and review with the Applied Technologies Department Chair.

Other Important Functions

• Assess material, supply, and equipment needs for Mechatronics Program; submit requests to the Program Director for the ordering of supplies
• Coordinate the academic program efforts to recruit and retain students; coordinate the development, review, and revision of program publications, publicity and other community relations’ activities.
• Coordinate activities with student services in the implementation of CFCC Mechatronics Program admission, progression, and graduation policies.
• Coordinate the selection, use and maintenance of equipment and facilities assigned to the program; may identify, negotiate and contract for educational facilities and locations.
• Ensure the adherence to safe and appropriate work practices and procedures.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of

• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Principles and procedures of academic and instructional program development and administration in the area of assignment.
• Principles and practices of curriculum development and instructional strategies.
• Current trends, research and development in the area of assignment.

Ability To

• Interpret and apply college goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
• Analyze problems; identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Effectively direct the provisions of the academic area to which assigned in support of the college programs.
• Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Interpret and apply CFCC goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations

Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for

• Making observations
• Reading and writing
• Communicating with others
• Operating assigned equipment
• Handling varied tasks simultaneously

Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following

• Standing or sitting for extended periods of time
• Operating assigned equipment
• Handling varied tasks simultaneously
• Bending, stooping, climbing, or lifting up to 50 pounds

Maintain mental capacity, which allow the capability of

• Making sound decisions
• Responding to questions
• Demonstrating intellectual capabilities

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Minimum Education/Training

• AAS in Mechatronics or a related field, or an equivalent combination or education and experience

Minimum Experience

• At least five (5) years of professional experience in Mechatronics or a closely related field.

Preferred Education/Training, Experience, Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Systems Technology or Electrical/Electronic Technology or a closely related field from a regionally accredited college or university
• At least seven (7) years professional industrial experience in Mechatronics, Industrial Systems Technology, Electrical/Electronic Technology or a closely related field.
• Previous teaching experience

Special Instructions to Applicants

• This position REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND/OR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these documents ready to upload when applying.
• Candidates are required to submit OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS for all degrees obtained prior to their first day of work or hire date. If highest level of education is High School diploma or equivalent, proof of completion is required.
• Candidates who have obtained their education outside of the US and its territories must have their academic degree(s) validated, at their own expense, by an outside credential evaluation service as equivalent to the Baccalaureate or Master’s degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.
• To claim veterans’ preference, all eligible persons shall submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to Human Resources during the application process. Human Resources will verify eligibility.