Job Description

Columbus Technical College is seeking an individual to serve as a full time Technical Instructor for the Commercial Truck Driving Program. Under general supervision, the instructor will provide instruction to students in the classroom and lab settings, preparing syllabi and lesson plans. Other duties will include developing program goals and objectives and ability to teach all phases of the curriculum. This position is full-time/exempt.

This position will require the following physical abilities:

1. Sit, stand, walk, bend, push, and pull for (3) to (4) continuous hours, or longer at times in various indoor and outdoor working conditions
2. Must be able to get underneath trucks and trailers to demonstrate part locations to students
3. Must be able to walk along beside the truck during range maneuvers.

Please note the following information regarding this position:

1. May require teaching on or off campus throughout our service delivery area (Muscogee County, Stewart County, Quitman County, Chattahoochee County, Harris County, and Talbot County)
2. May require travel
3. Will require teaching morning, afternoon, evening, or weekend classes

Responsibilities:

• Providing instruction to students in the classroom and lab settings;
• Prepare syllabi and lesson plans;
• Demonstrate the use of appropriate teaching techniques, appropriate testing and grading procedures; 
• Effective use of oral and written communications skills and knowledge of current in-field procedures;
• Follow approved course syllabus;
• Maintain program requirements, attends/completes all professional development training;
• Meet with students and college personnel to discuss students' instructional programs and other issues; 
• Evaluate student progress in attaining goals and objectives;
• Complete all reports, records, and invoices in a timely manner and maintain accurate inventory of all assigned properties; 
• Maintain qualifications for employment as described by Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) policy manual and accreditation standards;
• Follow rules and regulations as described by TCSG and CTC;
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• State of Georgia Class A Commercial Driver's License
• Documented three (3) years paid, full-time truck driving experience

**7-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) as supporting documentation of Georgia Class A CDL license will be required for those interviewed.**

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Documented Driver/trainer experience
• Post-secondary teaching experience
• Distance education teaching/learning experience

Salary/Benefits:

Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include state holidays, annual leave, and sick leave, State of Georgia Retirement, Health and Flexible Benefits Program.

Application Deadline

This position is available until filled. Applicants must submit a Columbus Technical College employment application online and upload a cover letter, resume and copy of transcript(s) at time of application (Incomplete submissions will not be considered).

** Please note: Candidates for Commercial Truck Driving positions with CTC are subject to the Technical College System of Georgia Drug and Alcohol Testing Procedures for Federally-Regulated Positions.

CTC also participates with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse. Information concerning these requirements can be located on the TCSG State Board Policy Manual, , and the FMCSA website, . The use of drugs and alcohol may have a negative impact on a person's health, work, and personal life. The FMCSA website, provides resources for drivers. This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing as a condition of employment. All references will be checked prior to employment offer. Post offer requirements will include a criminal background check and motor vehicle records check. **

Employment Policy:

The Technical College System of Georgia and its constituent Technical Colleges do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, spouse of military member 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 Investment Act of 1998 (WIA) 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 of Georgia and its colleges shall promote the realization of equal opportunity through a positive continuing program of specific practices. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies for Columbus Technical College: Karen Thomas, Title IX Coordinator, at 706.649.1813 and Olive Vidal-Kendall, Section 504 Coordinator, at 706.649.1442.

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