Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title
Motorcycle Instructors
Role Title
Education Support Spec III
Role Code
29144-SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
04
Position Number
286W0TBD
Agency
Virginia Western Community College
Division
Virginia Western Community College (Div)
Work Location
Roanoke (City) - 770
Hiring Range
$21.57/hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
2-Professionals
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
Fridays from 5-9:45 p.m., Sat and Sun from 7:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and weekdays or evenings as needs arise and arranged with coach and potential students.
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, located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains of the Roanoke Valley, is accepting applications for part-time Motorcycle Instructors in the School of Business, Technology and Trades. Responsibilities include teaching the basic rider safety course using Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) curriculum for licensing students to ride 2-wheel or 3-wheel motorcycles for classes taught on weekdays, evenings, and weekends. Instructors are expected to maintain currency in their teaching discipline.
Applications will be received and considered on a continuous basis, as openings occur. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until needed positions are filled and/or the closing date of our announcement.
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
High school diploma and five years of experience riding motorcycles. Possession of valid Virginia operator's license with motorcycle endorsement, good driving record, current Rider Coach certification from Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) and completion of training for instructing BRCu curriculum.
All instructor positions require excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work with students of varying abilities from diverse backgrounds.
Additional Considerations
Teaching experience.
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
N/A
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
WGE_3153P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
Multi-hire
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
04/28/2026
Job Close Date
04/27/2027
Open Until Filled
Agency Website
www.virginiawestern.edu
Contact Name
Email
hrapps@virginiawestern.edu
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
Only online applications will be accepted. Submission of on-line application must also include a resume and cover letter. Optional documents that may be attached: High School and/or college transcripts, a copy of valid Virginia Operator's license with motorcycle endorsement, and a current MSF rider coach certification card for teaching BRCu curriculum.
NOTE: Official high school and/or college transcripts will be required of successful candidates at the time of hire. If not provided as part of the on-line application, a copy of valid Virginia Operator's license with motorcycle endorsement and a current MSF rider coach certification card for teaching BRCu curriculum will also be required at time of hire.
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: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/human-resources/career-openings/. 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.
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
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 (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
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/95562
