Mechanical Design Technology Instructor

Mechanical Design Technology Instructor

The Mechanical Design Technology Instructor is responsible for teaching core courses in Mechanical Design Technology. This position involves preparing course materials, delivering instruction in classrooms, labs, and online formats, and maintaining instructional equipment. Additional duties include advising students, participating in curriculum assessments, and supporting the college's instructional goals. Direct Supervisory Responsibility: NO

Instructs core curriculum classes in Mechanical Design Technology and related subject areas. Conducts instruction in a wide variety of settings and time frames to include day, evening, and weekends at any instructional site. Some traveling may be required. Assists in the planning for instruction; prepare course materials, objectives, syllabi, and curriculum design. Organizes and maintains instructional equipment as required. Serves as faculty advisor to an assigned group of students.

Participates in assessments at both the course and program levels. Attends meetings, training sessions, college events and graduation. Pursues professional development. Serves on college committees as assigned. Complies with all policies of the Alabama Community College System, and the College. Performs other duties as assigned.

Associate's degree from an approved U.S. Department of Education accredited institution required. Bachelor's degree preferred. Twenty-seven (27) semester hours of specialized course work equivalent to the associate degree in one of the following areas:
Mechanical Design or related area required. Three (3) years of successful full-time experience as a practitioner in the field required. Hands-on practical understanding of engineering concepts and technical operation. Individuals have Professional industry-recognized credentials. Experience in CAD, Solidworks, Inventor, CREO, and other applicable design software or 3D modeling software. Commitment to college teaching. Experience with online teaching methodologies and formats.

Competency in the use of current educational technologies and willingness to develop and teach web-based courses. Teaching experience in a college setting. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills. Successful problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently. Ability to work effectively with students, other employees, and the public.

PROJECTED STARTING DATE:
August 2026 SALARY:
Salary Schedule D1, ($42,220 - $94,363) Based on the  ACCS Salary Schedules (9-month). Salary will be based on VERIFIED education and years of VERIFIED FULL-TIME directly related experience that is stated on the initial job application and resume. Be sure all experience is stated on the application! Final date to receive applications:
July 16, 2026– 4:00 P.M. APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Only complete application packages will be given consideration for employment. Complete package consists of (a) Gadsden State Community College application, (b) letter of interest, (c) current resume; and (d) copies of transcripts of post-secondary education. Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). IF AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT GADSDEN STATE (jobs). Salary Calculation:
For all positions on all Salary Schedules, the salary amount for the selected applicant is determined by step placement on the applicable schedule. Step placement is dependent upon the following: (a) all full-time work experience in public education in Alabama and (b) all other full-time work experience outside of public education in Alabama that, in the sole judgment of the College, directly relates to the requirements of the position.

The applicant selected for the position must provide written verification(s) of this full-time work experience within the time provided herein if such experience is to be considered in determining their initial step place on the Salary Schedule. Format for Work Experience Verifications:
Work experience verifications should be in the form of verification letters from employers and must include complete employment dates, job title(s), job duties, and an indication whether such employment was full-time or part-time, and if part-time, the average number of hours worked each week. The letters should be on official letterhead and contain an authorized personnel signature. The College's official employment verification form is also acceptable and is available upon request.

If an employment verification cannot be obtained due to a legitimate reason, for purposes of meeting…