Job Description
Posting Summary
Working Title
Workforce Training - Adjunct Instructor of Carpentry
Role Title
Adjunct Faculty - Instructor
Role Code
01011-SW
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
UG
Position Number
294A0065
Agency
Southwest Virginia Community College
Division
Southwest Virginia Community College (Div)
Work Location
Tazewell - 185
Hiring Range
$40 an hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
Primarily evening classes with possibility of occasional weekends
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Southwest Virginia Community College ( SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC offers associate’s degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. SWCC also has associate degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.
Southwest Virginia Community College is seeking a skilled carpentry instructor to teach a NCCER Carpentry workforce training class. You will guide adult students through basic safety, hand and power tools, construction math, and blueprint reading to prepare them for construction jobs.
Job Duties
- Teach the NCCER carpentry curriculum.
- Lead hands-on shop and lab practice.
- Track student attendance and grades.
- Ensure a safe classroom and lab environment.
- Classes will be taught on the main campus of Southwest Virginia Community College, primarily as evening classes.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- Active NCCER Certified Instructor status (or ability to get certified).
- High school diploma or GED (college degree is a plus).
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of real-world carpentry and construction experience
- Good communication and teaching skills.
Additional Considerations
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Travel may be required.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
ADJ_3560P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
08/21/2026
Job Close Date
08/28/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Agency Website
www.sw.edu
Contact Name
Human Resources
Email
hr@sw.edu
Phone Number
276-964-7333
Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application. Please visit www.jobs.vccs.edu to apply.
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/100143
