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Working Title Adjunct Instructor of Welding (Credit & Workforce Training)

Role Title Adjunct Instructor

Role Code 01011

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band UG

Position Number 294A0020

Agency Southwest Virginia Community College

Division Southwest Virginia Community College (Div)

Work Location Tazewell - 185

Hiring Range $793 - $1058 per semester credit hour; Starting salary for non-credit classes is $40 per hour

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

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- No

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No

Work Schedule

Up to 29 hours per week. Classes may be offered day, evening, or weekend.

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC offers associate’s degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. SWCC also has associate’s degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.

Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) seeks an energetic, engaging, and student-focused individual to serve as an Adjunct Instructor of Welding. This position supports both credit-based academic programs and workforce training programs within the Applied Technologies Division. Instructional assignments are based on program demand and offered on a contract basis.

Classes may be taught on the SWCC main campus or at various locations throughout the College’s service region. Travel may be required. Courses may be scheduled during daytime, evening, or weekend hours, as the instructor’s schedule allows. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, adaptable, and committed to creating a safe, engaging, and student-centered learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver welding instruction for both credit and workforce training programs.
• Develop and maintain course curriculum, lesson plans, assignments, assessments, and learning objectives.
• Adapt instructional content and delivery methods to meet the needs of diverse student populations and industry partners.
• Create an engaging learning environment that promotes student success, retention, and completion.
• Administer examinations, evaluate student performance, and maintain required instructional records.
• Serve as an academic advisor and mentor to students as appropriate.
• Utilize instructional technology and learning management systems to support in-person and online learning.
• Promote welding programs and serve as an ambassador for Southwest Virginia Community College by assisting with student recruitment and outreach activities.
• Maintain a safe training environment and ensure compliance with all applicable safety standards and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including assistance during emergency declarations as directed by the College or Commonwealth of Virginia.

Instructional assignments are based on enrollment and workforce demand. Candidates must be reliable, professional, safety-oriented, and committed to high-quality instruction that prepares students for success in the welding industry.

Classes may be offered on the main campus, at the Bluestone Center, or other locations as needed for customized employer training utilizing the mobile welding lab.

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 or equivalent.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in welding processes and fabrication.
- Demonstrated knowledge of welding principles, applications, and industry practices.
- Strong communication, presentation, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple responsibilities.
- Commitment to student success and workplace safety.
- Ability to teach in-person classes at Southwest Virginia Community College locations.
- AWS certifications in one or more of the following processes are strongly preferred: FCAW, SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW, or willingness to obtain related to teaching assignments.
- NC3 Lincoln Electric Educational Program Certifications or willingness to earn.

Additional Considerations

- Prior teaching or training experience in secondary, postsecondary, apprenticeship, or workforce development environments.
- Experience utilizing instructional technology and delivering online or hybrid instruction.
- Welding diploma, college-level welding coursework, or Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Welding.
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential.
- Experience working with industry partners and workforce training initiatives.

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

Travel is required.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number ADJ_3722P

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date 11/12/2026

Job Close Date 11/29/2026

Open Until Filled No

Agency Website

Contact Name Human Resources

Email human.resources@sw.edu

Phone Number 276-964-7339

Special Instructions to Applicants

To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application. Please visit

Additional Information

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. 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.