Instructor, Automotive Technology

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Human Resources
humanresources@wnc.edu 
(775) 445-4237
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89703

Job Description

Academic Faculty Contract, 171-day, Benefits Eligible, Tenure Track

Expected Start Date: Fall 2027 Semester

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach 30 equated load hours/year (to include preparation time, grading, etc.); develop and grade exams and projects to evaluate student learning and progress; monitor student progress, maintain accurate attendance rosters and submit student grades, as required. 

• Deliver courses at all program levels. Courses may be offered day, evening and weekends through a variety of modalities from face-to-face to fully online. This may include delivering courses at rural and high school locations. 

• Maintain a minimum of 5 office hours/week/semester. 

• Participate in division meetings, advisory board meetings, and gatherings supporting faculty/industry collaborations. 

• Support learning through student engagement, incorporating pedagogical strategies that encourage active engagement, utilize problem-based activities, and promote authentic application of knowledge. 

• Participate in program promotion activities such as open houses, school visits, tours, development of promotional material, social media, or other relevant activities. 

• Advocate for curricular and programmatic changes based on data, research, industry feedback and other knowledge-based reviews. 

• Build and sustain relationships with current and potential external partners; including but not limited to industry and K-12 partners. 

• Employ a student-centered approach to education. 

• Demonstrate a commitment to growing and enhancing the Automotive Technology program. 

• Participate in strategic planning, goal setting, course and program assessment, and course outline development that is aligned with student 
  learning objectives. 

• Collaborate with colleagues throughout the college, as well as with employer partners, to deliver curriculum meeting today’s professional standards for the industry. 

• Develop, implement, and evaluate the program of learning to ensure student progression through and graduation from the degree program. 

• Serve on college committees as assigned. 

• Perform other duties as assigned to provide a high-quality learning experience for students. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent required; AND
• Five years of automotive technician experience; AND,
• ASE-Certified Master Automotive Technicians or equivalent OEM Certification;
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to utilize automotive diagnostic, service, and repair software/technology. 

• Knowledge and ability to use personal computers, applicable software and the Internet. 

• Effective communication skills with students, faculty and other community members. 

• Ability to evaluate, design, and implement curriculum, testing, and/or teaching methodologies. 

• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues. 

• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations. 

• Knowledge of teaching methods, curriculum, and education programs. 

• Effective teaching, facilitation and classroom management skills. 

• Knowledge of vocational and/or academic education curricula. 

• Knowledge of and ability to apply relevant current educational methodologies and techniques. 

• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports. 

Department Contact Information:

• Kristina Carey, Director, Workforce, Career & Technical Education: kristina.carey@wnc.edu

Minimum Starting Salary Information: 

The minimum of the placement range for this position is $55,000. The salary grade is based on the selected candidate's level of academic preparation: COMMUNITY COLLEGE ACADEMIC SALARY GRADES. The selected candidate will be placed at or above the minimum based on years of related, professional experience. WNC's placement range falls within the NSHE salary schedule: ACADEMIC SALARY SCHEDULE-COMMUNITY COLLEGES.

Retirement – NSHE Faculty Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA) 

All faculty and professional staff working at least half-time equivalent must participate in the NSHE Faculty Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA) as a condition of employment. The current contribution rate is 19.25%. Your contribution is matched by the College at 19.25%. 

 

Your contributions are made by pre-tax salary reduction and you are 100% vested from your first day. You choose how to invest your own and NSHE’s contributions. The plan administrator provides dedicated financial consultants that are available to assist you in your investment deliberations. NSHE provides participants with a three-tiered investment line-up that provides investment options for everyone, from the less engaged investor to the investor who prefers to more actively manage their retirement savings. The tiered structure provides a simplified investment selection process, allowing you to make your decision based on your investment expertise and comfort level. See Your Retirement Benefits for additional information.  

Faculty and staff who have previously participated in the Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) may be required to continue participation in PERS.  

 
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) does not participate in the federal Social Security System but does contribute to the federal Medicare program. This means that while you are employed by NSHE neither you nor NSHE contribute to Social Security and you do not earn a Social Security benefit. 

Perks of Working at WNC 

• Beautiful campus located along numerous biking and walking trails 

• Voluntary supplemental retirement plans, both pre-tax and Roth options available (403b, 457b plans) 

• Employer paid Long Term Disability (LTD) Program 

• Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance 

• Generous annual leave (A contract), sick leave (A & B contract), 12 paid holidays - Faculty Benefits 

• The WNC Fitness Center offers Faculty and Staff membership WNC Fitness Center 

• ComPsych our Employee Assistance Program offers resources and assistance to Faculty and Staff  

• Discounted WNC Staff rates for our Child Development Center which has received Four Star Recognition from the Nevada Silver Star Quality Rating and Improvement System  

• Voluntary benefits including accident, disability, legal services, and more – Voluntary Benefits 

• An academic faculty senate represents full-time, academic faculty 

• Free parking and plenty of it! 

• No State income tax! 

 

Education Benefits for Faculty Employees and Family Members 

WNC is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and their qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Qualified dependents of faculty can take unlimited credits per semester. More information can be found in the Board of Regents Handbook 

 

Exempt 

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

• Resume
• 3 Professional References

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

TITLE IX STATEMENT

WNC is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), sex (including pregnancy or related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion.

WNC does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. The college's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.

Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions and/or questions as to how to file a complaint of unlawful discrimination may be referred to WNC's Civil Rights Specialist & Title IX Coordinator:

Victor Navarro at TitleIX@wnc.edu or (775) 445-4235

Western Nevada College

2201 West College Parkway

Bristlecone Building, Room 154

Carson City, NV 89703

 

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

 

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

 

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

 

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

 

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

 

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment. 

 

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

 

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

 

Western Nevada College does not sponsor Visas. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States, without sponsorship, at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.