Faculty – Automotive Technology

JOB SUMMARY

Faculty is responsible for implementing, revising, and evaluating the assigned program's curriculum according to state standards and the college's approved curriculum. This role involves efficiently utilizing all resources within the assigned curricular area and providing up-to-date skills and knowledge to meet student needs and industry demands. The faculty member's competence ensures that students derive maximum technical, academic, and personal benefits from the teaching and learning process.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Develop program and course outlines, goals, and objectives that meet individual needs, interests and at the same time meets the state standards;
• Develops appropriate course syllabi and lesson plans, and organizes daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques which can be accomplished within the allotted time;
• Evaluates students’ progress and performance, knowledge, and skill in attaining goals and objectives in subject/course being taught on a regular basis and provides timely feedback to students;
• Oversees and manages experiential learning components of the program area (i.e., live work, practicums, simulated environments, and internships courses) by updating and maintaining the required documentation and monitoring and supervising students;
• Coordinates course needs for adjunct instructors;
• Maintains a record of student attendance;
• Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares required budget requests;
• Participates in assessment, planning, budgeting, and staff development;
• Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate;
• Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports as required by law and administrative regulations;
• Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training area;
• Plans and implements a lab management and safety plan;
• Meets with students, staff members, and other educators to discuss students’ instructional programs and other issues impacting the progress of the students;
• Understands and adheres to the components of the annual faculty evaluation instrument;
• Performs student advisement such that students are provided with timely, accurate, and comprehensive information regarding career choices, career preparations, job opportunities, and other needed occupational information;
• Assists with recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts;
• Willingness to recruit and encourage students of underrepresented gender in nontraditional programs for their gender;
• Meets departmental and division deadlines for all required tasks.
• Understands and exhibits conduct which builds team, unit and institutional credibility.
• Recognizes and actively promotes the positive image of the college and its programs.
• Demonstrates innovation, problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Promotes excellence and advancement of student aspirations and potential.
• Supports and works toward institutional vision, mission and goals.
• Maintains contact with business community to keep abreast of technological changes, community needs, and assist in student placement;
• Demonstrates a willingness to be of service and exhibits pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, and media), organizational co-workers, and other general public contacts.
• Adheres to and carries out State Board policies and procedures as well as procedures of the college;
• Participates in assessment, planning, budgeting, and staff development;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of pedagogical practice and theory
• Knowledge of the mission of postsecondary vocational/technical education
• Knowledge of academic course standards
• Knowledge of the college’s academic programs
• Skill to work cooperatively with students, faculty and staff
• Skill in the preparation and delivery of classroom content
• Skill to make timely decisions
• Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs
• Decision making and problem solving skills
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
• Oral and written communication skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A diploma in automotive technology, recognized regional or national certification, OR competence gained through exceptional experiences
• Master ASE Certified (Certification must be obtained within one year of hire)
• Three years of relevant work experience within the past seven years

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

In addition to the minimum qualifications:

• Prior teaching experience

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Salaried
• Salary commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience 
• Eligible for benefits

NOTICES

• For assistance/accommodations with the application/interview process, contact April Bentley, Human Resources Coordinator at abentley@southernregional.edu or 229-217-4255.
• All required education credentials, license, certification and/or registration must be submitted prior to employment.
• References will be checked.
• Post offer requirements following a conditional offer of employment to include a criminal history records check, a motor vehicle records check, and as applicable, pre-employment/random drug testing, credit history records check, fingerprinting records check, medical examination, psychological screening, and test for deception.

SRTC STATEMENT OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The Technical College System of Georgia and its constituent Technical Colleges do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed or religion, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). This nondiscrimination policy encompasses the operation of all technical college-administered programs, programs financed by the federal government including any Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I financed programs, educational programs and activities, including admissions, scholarships and loans, student life, and athletics. It also encompasses the recruitment and employment of personnel and contracting for goods and services.

The Technical College System and Technical Colleges shall promote the realization of equal opportunity through a positive continuing program of specific practices designed to ensure the full realization of equal opportunity. The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Darbie Avera and Connie Barrett. At Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC), the Title IX Coordinator is Darbie Avera, SRTC-Moultrie 800Veterans Parkway North, Moultrie, GA 31788, Building A, (229) 217-4145, davera@southernregional.edu. The Section 504 Coordinator for SRTC is Connie Barrett, SRTC-Thomasville 15689 US Hwy 19 N, Thomasville, GA 31792, Building A, (229) 227-2676, cbarrett@southernregional.edu.