Virginia Community College System is hiring: Adjunct Faculty - Air Conditioning

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Adjunct Faculty - Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Role Title Role Code FLSA Exempt Pay Band 00 Position Number 280A2010 Agency Northern VA Community College Division NV280-Provost Woodbridge Work Location Prince William - 153 Hiring Range Adjunct faculty are paid a per credit hour rate. The per credit hour rate is determined by the assigned rank and discipline taught. Assigned rank is determined by both education and teaching experience. 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? Work Schedule

Varies according to class schedules

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Job Description:Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in the designated discipline/field of study to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Teaching may include a variety of formats: face to face, remote, and online. Adjunct faculty are employed to teach up to 12 credit hours in the fall and spring semester and/or up to 8 credit hours during summer session. Teaching load is based on student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty contract contains no expectation or guarantee of continued employment.

Duties and Tasks:

* Teach specific classes in the designated discipline.

* Develop course syllabi and instructional materials.

* Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress.

* Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulations of NOVA and the VCCS.

* Maintain current competence in the particular discipline or field of specialization.

Essential Functions:

As a part of the primary responsibility to provide quality instruction, the College expects each faculty member to meet assigned classes regularly; submit required records and reports routinely; teach the prescribed courses of study with the established texts; and adhere to the statement on professional ethics in accordance with college policies, procedures, and regulations.

Must reside in the (DC, VA, MD) DMV area.

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

KSA's

* Ability to demonstrate HVACR theory and practical application

* Excellent interpersonal skills

* Excellent analytical skills

* Excellent oral/written communication skills

* The ability to relate basic principles to students

* Ability to use instructional technology

* Ability to present course material in a manner commensurate with students' level of learning.

Required Qualifications:

* Associate's degree in the teaching field with demonstrated competencies OR appropriately related education and/or occupational certifications combined with substantial related experience in the occupational field.

* Qualifying academic degrees and coursework must be awarded by and/or completed with a regionally accredited institution.

* A minimum of two years of full-time, related occupational experience. Part-time occupational experience will be converted to its full-time equivalent.

* Additional experience beyond the minimum is required for those applicants/candidates that do not possess a minimum of an associate's degree in the teaching field.

* Valid Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Universal Certification (EPA 40 CFR of Section 608).

Additional Considerations

Additional Considerations:

* Master HVAC license

* 10 years field experience

* Prior experience teaching in higher education

* Experience teaching in classroom, hybrid, and online formats.

* Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working and learning environment.

* Experience teaching students from diverse language backgrounds and varying levels of proficiency.

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

n/a

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number ADJ_777P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies varies depending on classes Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 08/07/2024 Job Close Date 12/31/2024 Open Until Filled Agency Website https://www.nvcc.edu/ Contact Name Email Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants

Adjunct postings are pool postings, meaning that when there is a need, the divisions pull from the applicants that have applied to this position. Teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment.

Must reside in the (DC, VA, MD) DMV area.

Additional Information

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA's commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit our website.

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

We strive to ensure our employees have the tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA's mission.

For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu.

The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA's Annual Security Reports.

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/48332

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* * Do you possess an Associate's Degree in the teaching field with demonstrated competency in the teaching field?

* Yes

* No

* * Do you have at least 2 years of full-time (or full-time equivalent) related occupational experience?

* Yes

* No

* * Do you have a Master HVAC license?

* Yes

* No

* * How many years of HVAC field experience do you have?

* None

* 1-3 years

* 4-7 years

* 8 or more years

* * From the following, please specify when you are available to teach: days and daytime hours, days and evening hours, Saturdays.

(Open Ended Question)

* * I understand this position is not a remote position and I will be required to attend work in person.

* Yes

* No

* * I understand this position is located in Virginia and I will be required to reside in the DMV metro area.

* Yes

* No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

* Resume

* Cover Letter/Letter of Application

* Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

* Other Document

* Curriculum Vitae

* Certificate

* Unofficial Transcript 2

* Unofficial Transcript 3