What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrumentation and Control Automation Instructor (9-Month Position) position at New River Community College?
Position Area:
Faculty
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering technology or industrial related discipline with preference for a master's degree or willingness to complete a master's degree within three years of employment with tuition support from the college.
Minimum two years occupational experience in electrical engineering, instrumentation, control automation, mechatronic/robotic manufacturing.
Experience or training in networking, mechatronics, Siemen's and Allen Bradley controls, robotics, hydraulics and pneumatics.
Commitment to and ability to implement teaching strategies that foster student retention and student success.
Commitment to the community college mission.
Ability to communicate effectively in teaching/learning situations both orally and in written form.
Ability/potential to use computerized/electronic classrooms.
Good organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with students, staff, administrators, and the public.
Fairness and flexibility in understanding and working with a wide variety of students.
Willingness to develop and teach online, hybrid, traditional face-to-face, and hyflex courses.
Commitment to using course assessment and program effectiveness methodologies.
Commitment to enhancing working relationships with local industries.
*Finalists will be asked to present a sample teaching lesson*
Additional Considerations:
Additional factors that may be considered in applicant review:
Experience with Amatrol equipment and e-learning, Skills Boss logistics and Fanuc robots.
Teaching experience.
Duties:
Teach courses in the evening Instrumentation and Control Automation program under the direction of the program lead and in conjunction with other full-time faculty in Electrical Engineering Technology and Electronics Technology.
Teach a minimum of 15 semester hours for fall and spring semesters in EIE cluster courses.
Maintain at least 10 hours of student engagement availability (office hours).
Write and revise course plans.
Develop courses, including online, hands-on, hybrid, and hyflex courses.
Assist in the acquisition of instructional materials and supplies.
Recommend curriculum changes to upgrade and integrate students' learning.
Work with student services advisors to provide holistic support and advising.
Assist the department and division with administrative and/or committee work.
Participate in department, division, and college-wide discussion and meetings.
This position supports the college's mission to "give everyone the opportunity to learn and develop the right skills so lives and communities are strengthened."
Complete other duties as assigned.
Salary:
Salary range of $50,000-$80,000 depending on qualifications with opportunity for additional pay for overload and summer courses.
Start Date:
August 16, 2025
Application Deadline:
May 16, 2025
Application Details:
Apply online at: VCCS Jobs
Or
Forward a completed state application, resume and cover letter to:
Human Resources Office
New River Community College
5251 College Drive
Dublin, VA 24084
(540) 674-3635
(540) 674-3651 Fax
(540) 674-3619 TDD
(866) 462-6722 Toll-Free
e-mail: hrinformation@nr.edu
Salary : $50,000 - $80,000
