AMT Program Coordinator

Purpose of the Role and Scope of Responsibility: Under supervision of the department chair, leads and manages the Automotive Professional Technician program, overseeing curriculum and resources to deliver highly skilled, entry‑level technicians to the industry, including the curriculum, resources, and faculty, to provide industry with high‑quality entry‑level technicians. Prepares for and teaches automotive maintenance courses, including conducting hands‑on labs.

• Instructs and evaluates students in a live work setting who are performing general services and repairs on automobiles, to include instruction in shop safety.
• Oversees the development of curriculum and syllabi for courses covering fundamentals of automotive, brakes, electrical systems, steering and suspension, engine performance, engine repair, hybrid/electric vehicles, drive trains, automatic transmission, heating/air conditioning service, and work ethic.
• Supervises and assists in the maintenance of automotive lab and classroom equipment.
• Assist Department Chair with budgeting, scheduling, onboarding new faculty, and other management duties.
• Participates in available training to keep current in automotive technology.
• Coordinates and conducts advisory committee meetings to maintain and enhance the AMT curriculum.
• Collects and uses outcomes assessment data at the course and program level to continuously improve the quality of education being delivered.
• Assist Department Chair with the semi‑annual Academic Program Review.
• Supports all student recruitment and marketing activities.
• Participate in college governance, committee work, student advising, etc.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in automotive maintenance technology from a regionally accredited institution and three years of experience in automotive maintenance.
• Technical faculty not possessing a bachelor’s degree in the field shall meet the following criteria:
  • A bachelor’s degree with the industry certifications to teach the identified technical courses. OR
  • An associate degree in the related field from a regionally accredited institution;
  • Five years of work experience in the industry OR combination of additional work experience in the industry with industry certifications. OR
  • A certificate in the related field from a regionally accredited institution;
  • Seven years of work experience in the industry OR combination of additional work experience in the industry with industry certifications. OR
  • Ten years of work experience in the industry OR combination of additional work experience in the industry with industry certifications.
• Master ASE Certification.
• Community college or technical school teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to motivate faculty.
• Ability to teach and motivate students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and use good judgment, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills; ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent presentation skills including strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible and adaptable schedule.
• Computer literate in MS Office.