Instructor Manager Jobs in Moses Lake, WA (NOW HIRING)

Position Summary Big Bend Community College (BBCC), a rural college serving vibrant, culturally rich communities in the Columbia Basin of Central Washington invites applications for Associate Faculty positions in Automotive Instructor. This position is responsible for preparing and teaching courses in Automotive. This position reports to the Dean of Workforce Education as well as other faculty and staff.

To work at BBCC you will be participating in a movement. We are taking action to intentionally and fearlessly create a college where all feel they belong, all people are represented and respected for their lived experiences, and each has received the recognition and support needed to thrive. Our students, the HEART of BBCC, and our employees, the SOUL, are the reason we are deepening our commitment to this movement.

BBCC's organizational strength is captured in our small but mighty spirit. A small college taking on BIG things to enact BIG change to lift our students and employees. We are dedicated to extending postsecondary access to all our service district members and providing an environment for all to grow personally and professionally, steered by our mission and vision.

Vision: To become our communities' first choice to dream, learn, and succeed. Mission Serve as a Bridge Stand as a Leader Support for Success Our guiding principles are a call to action, establishing a standard for how we interact with each other, present BBCC in the community, serve students AND act upon areas of inequity. Guiding Principles Honor our Role as a Hispanic-Serving Institution Advocate for Equity, Inclusion, & Diversity Embrace our Workplace Norms Innovate Proactively Model Integrity Educate All If you share these values, we encourage you to come be a part of the movement happening at Big Bend Community College.

This position is open until filled. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged. Compensation: Associate Faculty receive quarterly contracts.

Payment is based on $987.71/lecture credit. Essential Job Duties Primary essential duties and responsibilities include but will not be limited to the following: Prepare and teach assigned Fall Quarter Automotive Technology courses in accordance with approved curriculum, industry standards, and program requirements. Courses taught include: Automotive Engine Service Automotive Shop Safety and Environmental Issues Manual Drive Train and Axles Skills Laboratory I Utilize best practices for teaching, engaging and motivating students to succeed

Meet the class times as required by the quarterly schedule and assist students as needed with questions related to the course(s) being taught. Utilize Canvas, the learning management system at BBCC, to provide students access to course materials and the course gradebook Support students academic success by maintaining regular office hour(s). Refer students to appropriate college resources as needed.

Foster a flexible, healthy learning environment with respect for student diversity. Adapt to a variety of teaching situations including diverse student abilities and preparedness. Maintain positive and effective communications with students.

Maintain and submit grades and attendance reports to college personnel when required. Post syllabi quarterly to the Big Bend Portal for each course taught. Maintain student course materials for two (2) quarters beyond the quarter of attendance.

Submit assessment data in consultation with a full-time faculty member in the department. Assist with development, selection, and/or recommend selection of instructional materials for courses being taught. Demonstrate, teach, and enforce proper lab techniques and safe work habits and safety rules in the labs.

Minimum & Desirable Qualifications At the time of application, all candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications: Associate degree in Automotive Technology or a closely related field; OR an equivalent combination of education, industry experience, and relevant certifications. Three (3) years of recent professional experience in automotive service, repair, diagnostics, or related automotive industry work. Work experience and/or industry-recognized licensure/certification may be considered in lieu of educational requirements at the discretion of the College.

Demonstrated knowledge of current automotive repair practices, diagnostic procedures, vehicle systems, and industry standards. Experience working effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and ability backgrounds. Ability to teach both classroom and laboratory-based automotive courses.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications in one or more automotive specialty areas. Master Automobile Technician certification. Experience teaching Automotive Technology at a community or technical college.

Experience implementing innovative teaching, training, and student engagement strategies that improve student success and retention. Experience with online learning, hybrid instruction, video conferencing, Canvas, or other Learning Management Systems. Experience utilizing modern automotive diagnostic equipment, scan tools, and computerized vehicle systems.

Experience with program accreditation, industry advisory committees, or curriculum development. Experience working with non-traditional students. Ability to develop partnerships with automotive employers to promote internships, apprenticeships, and workforce opportunities.

Application Instructions This position is open until filled. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged. To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required qualifications and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following: BBCC Online application.

Cover letter, addressing why you are interested in this position and how your qualifications make you the ideal candidate. * Comprehensive resume or CV.* Response(s) to the questions found in the Supplemental Questions Tab above. * Unofficial transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate course work and degrees

Official transcripts required upon employment. * Copies of any applicable certifications. * NOTE: You must complete the online application in full and respond to the required supplemental questions.

Failure to provide this information or responses of "See Resume" may eliminate you from consideration for this position. The college reserves the right to remove documents, submitted but not requested, by BBCC as part of the application process. These documents include, but are not limited to statements of teaching philosophy, diversity statement, letters of recommendation, student evaluations, performance evaluations, etc.

BBCC reserves the right to not fill this position, reject all applicants, reopen the position, or make a direct appointment. Applications received during this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies at the College's discretion. This posting does not reflect the entire job description and may be changed and/or modified, at any time, without notice.

If you have difficulty logging into your account, attaching documents, submitting your application, etc., please contact NEOGOV Customer Service at 1-855-524-5627. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete the questions

Prior to employment, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform the position. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of Big Bend Community College to sponsor an H-1B visa.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. Official transcripts must be provided to the college upon hire. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Big Bend provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity, and/or grievances to the Executive Director of Human Resources/Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator/Section 504 Coordinator, BBCC 7662 Chanute Street NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837; or via email at titleix@bigbend.edu. DRUG AND ALCOHOL-FREE CAMPUS: In compliance with state and federal regulations, BBCC is committed to a safe and drug and alcohol-free campus. Employees are expected to comply with BBCC's policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notifications of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety

The complete policy and procedure are available to view on the policies page (Download PDF reader) of the BBCC website. Printed copies of the policy and procedure are available by contacting the Human Resources Office at 509-793-2008. BBCC ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT: BBCC strives to be a safe and secure campus for our students, employees, and community.

Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent-three-year period, and other information is available on the Campus Safety and Security page of the BBCC website. If you have questions or would like a printed copy of the materials, please contact Campus Safety and Security at 509-793-2286. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: Big Bend Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, marital status, pregnancy status or families with children, a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C, genetic information, and/or status as a veteran or any other legally protected classification.

Demonstrated experience, sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding in working effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds, including academic, racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, veterans, and diverse physical and learning abilities.