Adjunct Automotive Technology Professor (Dual Credit) at New Mexico Junior College – Hobbs, New Mexico

The Adjunct Automotive Technology Professor shall report to the Director of Automotive Technology/Ford ASSET. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Teaching appropriate general Automotive Technology, dual-credit coursework from 8:30 am – 10:30 am, and 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm, Mondays through Fridays.
• Managing curriculum updates for the program as needed.
• Demonstrate growth in the knowledge of their subject areas and the ability to direct the learning process.
• Teach basic computer operations to automotive students.
• Active involvement in student recruitment efforts for the general Automotive Technology program.
• Attend advisory committee meetings.
• Work for the general improvement of the instructional programs at the college.
• Participate in a process of continual personal and professional improvement.
• Actively participate in the institutional goals and objectives designed to support the mission of the college.
• May serve on various campus committees as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
• Nothing contained herein shall limit the President in assigning the employee to any of the various college activities for which he/she would be qualified in order to meet the needs of New Mexico Junior College.

• Candidates must possess demonstrated technical skills in all 8 ASE areas and be ASE Master Certified and L1 Certified.
• Experience teaching automotive (community college level preferred) and/or technical service experience in a dealership is desired.
• Bachelor's Degree in an educational, occupational/vocational, or closely related field is preferred.
• However, candidates with an Associate’s degree (or Equivalent) or with extensive automotive experience will be considered.
• Candidate must be willing to pursue a professional development plan, which will include technical updating as well as other professional development activities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of College, departmental, and standard office policies and procedures.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Knowledge of the principles, theories, practices, methods, and techniques used in curriculum development, lesson planning, and classroom instruction.
• Skill in proficient operation of a personal computer.
• Ability to manage assigned departmental and divisional deadlines.
• Skill in English composition, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to travel regularly.

Salary is based on the NMJC part-time faculty salary schedule.

In compliance with federal law, all individuals hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position is not eligible for Visa.

To apply:
Submit the NMJC application form via the NMJC website (www.nmjc.edu), a letter of application (cover letter), resume, unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required prior to employment), and three references with current addresses and telephone numbers.