Mechatronics / Manufacturing Instructor

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Bessemer, AL

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 05702

College / Division : LAWSON-205240-Electronic Engineering Technology

Opening Date : 01 / 14 / 2025

Closing Date : 1 / 21 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

Campus Location : Lawson State Community College

Position Summary

The Mechatronics Instructor will deliver high-quality, industry-focused instruction in mechatronics courses, including motor controls, solid-state electronics, digital systems, Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs, sensor technology, and manufacturing system troubleshooting and repair. The role requires flexibility to teach day, evening, and weekend classes, as well as participate in additional training opportunities. Key responsibilities include planning and delivering engaging coursework, maintaining student records, recruiting and advising students, and supporting their career placement and success. This position plays a vital role in preparing students to meet regional workforce demands by equipping them with essential skills for successful careers in advanced manufacturing.

Salary Schedule Placement : Appropriate placement on Salary ScheduleD1 IB-IV ($42,108- $94,363) based on education and experience. Summer appointments are based on enrollment- Salary Schedule D1 ($13,001 - $29,184) based on education and experience. Annual Potential Salary including Summer Appointment ($55,109- $123,547)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach 30-35 contact hours or 15-16 credit hours per semester.
• Regular and consistent attendance at work.
• Prepare and maintain current course syllabus according to guidelines of the College and ACCS.
• Develop and implement a program of instruction that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students and is consistent with local and state plan of study and curriculum guides.
• Plan and employ a variety of appropriate instructional / learning strategies and activities which are compatible with the physical facility but serve the needs and capabilities of the students.
• Plan and implement lessons based on curriculum objectives and the needs and abilities of students.
• Coordinate internships and Co-op with Industry to include tracking and maintaining records on Co-op and intern student progress
• Good knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials and equipment of instructional specialty.
• Prepare program course offerings for schedule for each semester.
• Develop and evaluate Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for instructional specialty.
• Good knowledge of institution's program of studies related to mission, goals and organization.
• Update and revise courses in collaboration with Alabama Community College System, Department Chair and faculty as necessary
• Maintain contact with business and industry and other potential employers.
• Mastery knowledge of the area of Mechatronics.
• Recruit students into program and advise through completion.
• Serve on divisional, institutional, and state-wide committees as appointed.
• Instructor must be available to teach in day, night, weekend classes, and training opportunities if necessary.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.
• Work with college ADA coordinator to provide appropriate accommodation for identified students
• Maintain and conduct scheduled office hours for student conferences
• Work with college ADA coordinator to provide appropriate accommodation for identified students
• Maintain and conduct scheduled office hours for student conferences

The Mechatronics / Manufacturing Instructor will be expected to work a flexible schedule which may include day, evening, night and weekend hours. This job description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. This job description and specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor

Qualifications

PREFERRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, OR SPECIAL CREDENTIALS :

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS :

Application Procedures / Additional Information

Applicants may apply at www.lawsonstate.edu. For questions please contact the Office of Human Resources at 205-929-3408 . All application materials will become the property of the college. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is completed. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. No previous application files will be transferred for consideration for this position.

A complete application packet consists of :

If employed, all official transcripts must be received in the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment start date.

Applicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered. Before an offer is made, the top applicants must provide the following : Employment verification letter(s) from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience. Employment verification letters must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. Work experience verification from a current employer may be delayed until an official offer of employment has been made. Applicants must submit a written request to delay submission or work experience verification from a current employer. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

EEOC, E-VERIFY, AND BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS :

Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and Guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.

Sick Leave

All regular full-time instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is equivalent to 7 hours per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.

7 hours per month

may accumulate an unlimited number)

Annual Leave

Not applicable

off between terms)

Personal Leave

All regular full-time instructional staff earns up to five (5) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.

Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.

converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)

Professional Leave

Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.

Holidays

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King / Robert E. Lee Birthday

National Memorial Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

15 (5 locally assigned)

Retirement

The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.

Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10 / 01 / 24)

Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10 / 01 / 24)

Law Enforcement Officers :

Tier I -Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10 / 01 / 24)

Tier II - Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10 / 01 / 24)

Health Insurance

PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit

Tobacco Usage Premium

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the section to learn how you and / or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.

Wellness Premium

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the section to learn how you and / or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.

If desired, employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.

Optional Coverage Plan Premiums

Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10 / 01 / 18).

Duty Hours

Hours vary by campus and instructional needs )

Tuition Assistance

This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.

Employees / Dependents at two-year colleges :

1 / 3 waived after 1st year

2 / 3 waived after 2nd year

3 / 3 waived after 3rd year

Note : Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.

Do you have an Associate Degree in electrical, electronic, or mechanical OR equivalent from an accredited institution?

Do you have Three (3) years of documented full-time experience as a technician in electrical, electronic, or mechanical field?

Do you have industry-recognized credentials, for example : NC3 Certifications, Siemens SMSCP, MSSC CPT, NIMS ITM, ETA, SACA, Rockwell and / or other Mechatronics System Certification?

Are you proficient Proficient with computers?

I understand that I will be contacted through the email I have provided on my application for updates on this position.

Did you attach the required application materials as listed on the job bulletin, including 1) a current rsum, 2) a cover letter describing specifically how your experience and qualifications meet the required qualifications, 3) copies of appropriate transcript(s) identifying the applicant, date degree conferred, and verifying the minimum degree requirements (NOTE : COPIES OF DIPLOMAS WILL NOT BE SUFFICIENT) and copies of applicable licenses and / or certifications if required by the job posting?Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. (You are encouraged to double-check your uploaded items. IF YOU CANNOT ANSWER YES, PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION UNTIL YOU HAVE ALL OF THESE MATERIALS UPLOADED.)

Required Question

Salary : $42,108 - $94,363