Professor, Automotive

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SBVC is seeking an innovative individual to join a dynamic team of automotive technology faculty and staff who are focused on increasing student access and success. The SBVC Automotive Technology Program is designed to provide the skills and knowledge required for immediate employment as well as for students with a personal interest in automotive technology.  This is a full-time, tenure track assignment under the general supervision of the Dean of Applied Technology, Transportation and Culinary Arts Division is responsible for a full range of professional duties including, but not limited to:

• Teach assigned courses in the Automotive Technology program using different teaching methodologies related to topics involving basic automotive diagnostic techniques, maintenance procedures, electrical, brakes, suspension, steering systems, smog, hybrid, electric, alternative fuels, and other modern technologies, troubleshooting and repair consistent with the Division and SBVC’s curriculum standards.
• Participate in activities related to Program Review, curriculum/program design and development.
• Participate in professional and co-curricular activities (committees, student activities, shared governance, etc.)
• Maintain office hours to assist and guide students to successfully complete their

Educational Goals:

• Attend Division, department, program advisory committee, grant-related and other meetings related to the automotive program.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with industry organizations and employers.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Develop and enhance curriculum and programs to align with the skills and competencies the students need to meet employers’ job requirements.
• Participate in the development and implementation of a long-term growth strategy for the automotive program
• Assist in promoting the program to recruit students through participation in job fairs, recruiting and other related events.
• Serve on at least one standing campus committee.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Experience that indicates sensitivity to, and an understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and personnel.

• Bachelor’s degree AND two (2) years of full-time experience in Automotive Technology or related fields with emphasis in basic automotive diagnostic techniques, maintenance procedures and repair skills to automotive electrical, braking, suspension and steering systems.

OR

• An associate’s degree AND six (6) years of full-time experience in Automotive Technology or related fields with emphasis in basic automotive diagnostic techniques, maintenance procedures and repair skills to automotive electrical, braking, suspension and steering systems.

 
AND

• Possess an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications in Engine Performance, Electrical (Level 1), must be able to teach Electrical (Levels 1 and 2), engine performance, hybrid, electric, and other alternative fuel courses.

A combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent of the qualifications above. If you do not possess the specific minimum qualifications as stated above, which includes degrees that have not been awarded at the time of submitting the application, then you must complete and attach the Application for Equivalency form found here (Download PDF reader).  You may also find this form on our website www.sbccd.org. 
The Equivalency Request and any additional supporting documents an applicant wishes to be considered must be attached to the application.

Desired Qualifications: 

• ASE Master Technician Smog certified.
• Knowledge of hybrid, electric and other alternative fuels.
• Ability to write curriculum and work well with students and peers.
• Possess good writing and communication skills.
• Ability to build partnerships with industry organizations and employers.

Unofficial transcripts and certifications must be submitted with application. Copies of diploma will not be accepted.  Experience must be indicated in the application. Resumes will not be used for screening of minimum qualifications. 

The person selected for hire will be required to complete the following pre-employment requirements:

• Submit to and successfully pass DOJ live scan/fingerprinting. Cost of live-scan services to be borne by candidate.
• Sealed official transcript(s) in envelope from institution or electronic copies emailed directly from institution (for positions with higher education requirement)
• Tuberculosis (TB) risk assessment
• Employment verification(s) (for salary placement on faculty salary schedule)
• Other pre-employment requirements may be required depending on the position (i.e. certifications or licenses; see job posting qualifications section for details).

Successful completion of all pre-employment requirements is mandatory to be eligible for employment. These requirements are in accordance with the San Bernardino Community College District’s Administrative Procedures and Board Policies.