Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Information Technology Instructors (Part-Time) Role Title Adjunct Faculty Role Code FLSA Exempt Pay Band Position Number Agency Virginia Western Community College Division Virginia Western Community College (Div) Work Location Roanoke (City) - 770 Hiring Range Commensurate based on qualifications Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category B-Professional Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule
Hours and days vary based on course offerings and enrollment. Primary scheduling for classes includes weekday evenings and/or weekends. Adjunct faculty positions are appointed on an as needed, course-by-course, semester basis.
Sensitive Position No Job Description
Virginia Western Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education operating under the Virginia Community College System, a statewide system of community colleges. The College operates under the policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Virginia Western Community College Local Advisory Board.

Virginia Western is located on a 70-acre campus in southwest Roanoke, VA. The service region of the College includes Roanoke, Salem, Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. The College was established in 1966 and has grown from an initial enrollment of 1,352 to its current annual enrollment of over 9,000 students in credit courses and more than 1,400 enrollments in fast-track workforce and continuing education courses

Virginia Western Community College, located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains of the Roanoke Valley, is accepting applications for part-time Information Technology Instructors to teach CompTIA courses: A+, Network +, and/or Security + in the Workforce Solutions department. These classes will be held in Roanoke on Virginia Western’s main campus. Responsibilities include delivery of course material, classroom set-up, student monitoring, transfer of knowledge in support of certification preparation courses, troubleshooting classroom technical issues, and tracking training equipment usage. Instructor may also assist with content development of training curriculum for open enrollment and customized training. Instructor is expected to maintain credentials in the teaching disciplines and in trends in community college and career/vocational education.

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. Review of applications will occur when a need arises and will continue until needed positions are filled.
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.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess expert skills, knowledge, experience, credentials and education in the IT field. Credentials must include at least one CompTIA certification in A+, Security+, and/or Network+ or the ability to obtain certification prior to teaching. Bachelor’s degree in related field or unrelated field with two years of related occupational experience.

All Adjunct Faculty positions require excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; ability to write syllabi and exams; ability to develop learning strategies, curriculum and assessments; as well as the ability to work with adult learners of varying abilities from diverse backgrounds.
Additional Considerations
Classroom IT instruction experience instructing A+, Security+, and/or Network+. Experience teaching in a college setting and providing IT instruction in accelerated formats geared towards certification exam preparation. Demonstrated track record of high level of student credential and institutional outcomes with the ability to deliver instruction in classroom, online, and hybrid modes.
Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel
N/A

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number ADJ_619P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies multi-hire Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 01/31/2024 Job Close Date 02/01/2025 Open Until Filled No Agency Website www.virginiawestern.edu Contact Name Email hrapps@virginiawestern.edu Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants
Only on-line applications will be accepted.
Submission of on-line application must also include a resume, cover letter and transcripts of all college work completed. An “other” document, such as a letter of reference or additional transcripts, is optional and may be included as part of the online application process.

We MUST receive copies of transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions. If the transcripts are not attached to the on-line application, please upload a document indicating that the transcripts will be mailed or sent separately to fulfill this requirement. The application will not be accepted without this “required” documentation.

Materials submitted via regular e-mail attachment, postal mail, fax, or in-person in lieu of the on-line application will not be considered.

For more specific information regarding the application process at Virginia Western, visit: http://www.virginiawestern.edu/hr/careeropenings.php. Questions about the on-line application process call 540-857-7282 or 857-7283.

Females, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. TTY : “711” or 1-800-828-1120. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), Virginia Western Community College will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

Virginia Western is committed to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action and Diversity.
Additional Information
If selected for this position, official transcripts must be provided at the time of hire.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System is accepting applications for the following position: Go to jobs.vccs.edu for more information and to apply. Applications only accepted online. Full background check required. The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
E-Verify Statement
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.