Workforce Development Marine Electrician Instructor

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Peninsula Community College seeks an Adjunct Instructor in the Workforce Development Department to teach NCCER Core and Electrical Levels 1 and 2 in a Marine Electrician program. The instructor will teach up to 1500 hours per year, with days, evenings, or weekend classes, and will build a pipeline of trained graduates for the local maritime industry.

The Marine Electrician Instructor will cover basic hand tools, reading measurements, cable installation, ESD and electrical safety, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Significant electrical field experience.
• Prior experience delivering or developing training.
• Commitment to student-centered learning for diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver instruction for day, evening or weekend classes.
• Teach NCCER Core and Electrical Levels 1 and 2.
• Assess and grade students; provide timely feedback.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teaching adult learners

Instruction planning

Assessment & grading

Adapt instructional methods

Student-centered philosophy

Diversity & inclusion

Electrical field experience

Training delivery

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Working Title Workforce Development Marine Electrician Instructor Role Title Adjunct Instructor Role Code FLSA Exempt Pay Band UG Position Number 293A0000 Agency Virginia Peninsula Community College Division Virginia Peninsula Community College (Div)

Work Location: Hampton - 650

Hiring Range: $40- $50/hr

Emergency/Essential Personnel: No

EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Part Time

Telework options are subject to change based on business needs.

Bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference: None specified.

Work Schedule: Varies based upon schedule and contract, may be during the day, evening or weekend.

Sensitive Position: No Job Description

Virginia Peninsula Community College is a two‑year institution of higher education established as a part of a statewide system of community colleges. It primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York.

Virginia Peninsula seeks faculty to teach up to 1500 hours per year as an Adjunct Instructor in the Workforce Development Department. Teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs. Applicants will be part of a standing pool which the College will draw on as scheduling needs dictate. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment. Instruction may be during the day, evening, or weekend. This position will teach NCCER Core, Electrical Levels 1 and 2 courses in Workforce Development.

The Marine Electrician Instructor directly supports Workforce Development’s Residential Marine Electrician program. This position helps meet all training needs for the Workforce Development Marine Electrician department. This position will instruct students on how to use basic hand tools, ruler reading/basic measurement, cableway and cable installation. Knowledge of cable cut‑in and hook‑up practices (USN style receptacles, lighting, power distribution boxes (single, 3 – phase and connection boxes). Possess a working understanding of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and Electrical Safety. Possess an understanding of the NNS process to perform an Absence of Voltage check. Basic knowledge of electrical theory. Other duties of this position include maintaining program inventories, ensuring there are sufficient consumables and supplies and equipment, ensuring all instructional materials are prepared and readily available, monitoring Marine Electrical lab and equipment needs for proper operations, securing instructional aids and materials as needed. This position will also establish and maintain a working relationship with the Marine Electrical industry to ensure training is relevant and to create a pipeline of jobs for graduating students. Other duties may be assigned by the Director.

Essential Functions

• Design and delivery of instruction for day, and evening classes.
• Deliver courses that cover knowledge of residential electrical theory.
• Responsible for student assessment and grading.
• Maintains adequate on‑campus presence.
• Provides timely communication with students, staff, and administrators of the College.

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.

Required Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Significant work experience within the Electrical field.
• Prior experience delivering or developing training.
• Have a passion for the discipline and a commitment to a student-centered philosophy in support of academic excellence for diverse groups of learners.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff and administrators as an individual or as a part of a team.
• Willingness to serve the needs of traditional and non‑traditional students from a variety of backgrounds and age groups.
• Ability to modify when appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
• Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize documented student learning.
• Adopt methods that fairly measure student progress toward student learning outcomes.
• Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters to division administrator each semester according to established deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience and/or strong interest in teaching and inspiring adult learners to fulfill the College’s mission to change lives and empower students to succeed.
• Must be able to work at all campus locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Community college teaching experience.
• Teaching experience in online or hybrid, and traditional face to face classroom modalities.
• Demonstrated proficiency and experience in using instructional technologies and learning management systems (e.g. Canvas) with ability to use technology to enhance teaching and educational experience.
• Demonstrated ability to measure, assess and align student outcomes within courses or programs.

Operation of a State Vehicle: No

Supervises Employees: No

Required Travel: Minimal

Posting Number: ADJ_3209P

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Number of Vacancies: 1

Position End Date (if temporary): 03/31/2026

Job Open Date: 03/31/2026

Job Close Date: 12/31/2026

Open Until Filled: yes

Agency Website: vpcc.edu

Contact Name: Human Resources

Email: [e-mail]

Phone Number: [phone]

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/

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.

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.

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.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/94906