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Position Information

Position Title Adjunct Instructor, Professional Truck Driver Training Program - PTT (2026-2027) Department Transportation Location Milford Job Category Faculty Job Type Part-Time Temporary Posting Number 02275 Position End Date

Position Summary Information

General Description of Position

Under the general direction and supervision of the Dean, Associate Dean, and/or Program Chair, the Adjunct Instructor is responsible for instructing students in various courses in a classroom/laboratory setting. Teaching assignments for this position include, but are not limited to, Commercial Carrier Driver Training.

The instructor develops course objectives, implements teaching strategies, advises students, monitors and evaluates student progress, and keeps accurate student records. This is a part-time temporary position and is part of a pooled adjunct faculty posting for the 2026–2027 academic year.

Essential Functions

1. Provide Instruction in Assigned Subject Areas. Provide instruction to students according to the objectives of each course assigned. This course includes Commercial Carrier Driver Training. This instructor will utilize a variety of instructional strategies in the classroom/laboratory that include, but are not limited to, lecture, small groups, and demonstrations.
2. Provide for Student Evaluation and Record Keeping
3. Prepare and administer student evaluation instruments and maintain accurate student records on attendance, achievement, and progress.
4. Remain Current in Events and Developments Related to Subject Area
5. Increase and improve personal teaching and subject knowledge through supplemental sources such as in-service activities, conferences, workshops, technical updates, and personal self-study.
6. Participate in Division and College Meetings and Committees
7. Attend division/college staff meetings and serve on committees. Attend and participate in program advisory committee meetings.
8. Serves as an Academic Advisor for Students. Serves as academic advisor to afternoon/evening students. Tasks included in this area are: advise students on their academic progress, courses needed for graduation, and division/college policies and procedures; and generally, serve as the first line of communication between students and the college staff.
9. Develop/Revise Course Curriculum and Educational Materials
10. Develop and/or revise course objectives, content, descriptions, and instructional strategies on approved college curriculum form. In addition, the instructor will develop, revise, and maintain classroom/laboratory policies, grading structures, and strategies. This instructor will review, evaluate, and recommend textbooks for course use.
11. Function as a Member of the Professional Truck Driver Training Program Team
12. Interact with colleagues, students, staff, and supervisors in a manner which will project a positive image of the program and the College and which promotes/facilitatesinstructional services such as recruitment, placement, and orientation as assigned.
13. Perform Other Functions Related to Teaching Assignments
14. Administer commercial driver’s license examination in these areas: backing test and road test.
15. The Instructor is responsible for instructing students in various courses in a classroom/laboratory setting. Teaching assignments for this position include, but are not limited to, Commercial Carrier Driver Training. The instructor develops course objectives, implements teaching strategies, advises students, monitors and evaluates student progress, and keeps accurate student records.

Promote a Culture of Belonging

Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.

Marginal Functions

1. Operate and utilize, as part of the teaching process, appropriate audio-visual equipment, including but not limited to overhead projectors, television/video recordings, and movie projectors.
2. Provide information and data that will assist in the preparation of budgets, course schedules, vehicle condition reports, and other required reports.
3. Serve as a substitute instructor within the program when needed as assigned by the Program Chair or Dean.
4. Perform other related duties within division/program as assigned.
5. May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in otherdivisions/programs/areas as required.
6. Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.
7. Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Current Department of Transportation (DOT) knowledge of and experience in driving conditions, hazard perception, speed management, reading traffic, coupling and uncoupling trailers, and proficiency in backing, shifting, concourse driving, city, two-lane, and interstate driving.
2. Be able to relate to colleagues, staff, students, and supervisors in a positive and cooperative manner.
3. Ability to apply and demonstrate effective communication skills.
4. Ability to develop and incorporate a variety of teaching strategies and techniques in the classroom/laboratory.
5. Ability to devise and utilize appropriate evaluation methods for classroom/laboratory use.
6. Ability to evaluate skills in backing and road driving.
7. Knowledge of and skill in the operation of cabover and conventional tractors with 7-, 9,10, 13 and 16-speed transmissions.
8. Skill in the operation of a tractor pulling 40’, 45’, 48 ’, and 53’ trailers.
9. Ability to work outside in cold temperatures below 10 degrees and in heat above 100 degrees for one-hour periods of time.
10. Ability to enter and exit cabover and conventional tractors.
11. Ability to communicate effectively in writing, in person, and on the phone.
12. Ability to use basic computer skills.
13. Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds for short distances and move tables, chairs, and media equipment when necessary.
14. The individual must possess the skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High school diploma or GED.
2. Minimum of two (2) years of recent work experience as an over-the-road commercial tractor/trailer driver.
3. Must possess and maintain a valid Class A commercial driver’s license.

Desired Qualifications

1. Previous teaching experience

Salary

TBD

Benefits

Part-time temporary employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through a Roth, SRA, or 457(B) account, with no match provided by the College.

Schedule

This is a part-time, temporary position with assignments based on program needs.

Posting Detail Information

Please be advised that Southeast Community College will require a Criminal History Background Check prior to final offer.

Open Date 10/15/2026 Close Date 06/30/2027 Open Until Filled Yes Veterans Preference

This position is subject to Nebraska veterans preference. Preference may be available to qualifying veterans, disabled veterans, certain spouses of veterans, and spouses of servicemembers as provided by Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 48-225 through 48-231. Applicants who wish to claim veterans preference must indicate their claim on the employment application and provide the required documentation to Human Resources.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is open on an as-needed basis. Applications will remain in the open pool, and applicants will be contacted based on the department’s needs at the time of submission. If accommodation or assistance is needed to complete an application, contact Human Resources at 402-323-3392.

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