What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Faculty - Engineering and Industrial Technologies position at Mountain Empire Community Coll?
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title
Adjunct Faculty - Engineering and Industrial Technologies
Role Title
Role Code
01011
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
Position Number
Agency
Mountain Empire Community Coll
Division
Mountain Empire Community Coll (Div)
Work Location
Wise - 195
Hiring Range
Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Emergency / Essential Personnel
EEO Category
I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Seeking applicants available for online instruction.
Sensitive Position
Job Description
Mountain Empire Community College is a comprehensive two-year college serving residents of Lee, Scott, Wise, and Dickenson counties, and the City of Norton. MECC is one of twenty-three colleges in the Virginia Community College System and operates under policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Local Advisory Board. The College is financed primarily with state funds, supplemented by contributions from the local jurisdictions.
Mountain Empire Community College's mission is to provide our region with accessible, quality higher education, workforce training, and community programs to ensure an educated population and globally competitive workforce. Full-time enrollment averages 1,500 full time students with more than 3,000 total head count. The student population is 39% male, 61% female, with a minority population of 6%. Sixty-nine percent of students are under the age of 25.
MECC is located in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, in the heart of the Appalachian mountains. The community features quality medical and education facilities and diverse retail and recreation opportunities, while offering low crime rates and a low cost of living. The region is progressive in its economic resources, focusing on the development of a new economy in advanced manufacturing, technology, and adventure tourism. In addition, the College recognizes and celebrates the region's extraordinary cultural heritage, hosting an annual festival highlighting Appalachian traditions which draws visitation of more than 20,000 annually.
Mountain Empire Community College invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach in the Division of Engineering and Industrial Technology. Salary is based on the academic preparation and work experience of the applicant and is determined according to the VCCS Adjunct Pay Schedule.
Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in a classroom or online environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences.
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
- Teaching Effectiveness, Academic Preparation, and / or Related Occupational Experience requirements based upon criteria in the VCCS-29 : Normal Minimum Criteria for Each Faculty Rank.
- Must demonstrate ability to deliver coursework electronically in an online environment and utilizing multiple teaching strategies as well as in-person instruction.
Additional Considerations
Operation of a State Vehicle
Supervises Employees
Required Travel
Infrequent.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
ADJ_2178P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
01 / 27 / 2025
Job Close Date
05 / 31 / 2025
Open Until Filled
Agency Website
www.mecc.edu
Contact Name
Matthew Rose
mrose@mecc.edu
Phone Number
276-523-2400
Special Instructions to Applicants
Apply at : https : / / jobs.vccs.edu
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
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 /
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 VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
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.
Quicklink for Posting
https : / / jobs.vccs.edu / postings / 81311
