Automotive Technology Faculty

Automotive Technology Faculty

Location: Hudson, NY

Position Classification: Full-Time, Tenure-Track

Application Deadline: Until Filled

The Opportunity

Columbia-Greene Community College, a small, rural community college dedicated to excellence in education and workforce development, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Automotive Technology. This role offers a unique opportunity to educate and inspire students pursuing careers in the automotive field. The successful candidate will teach a variety of courses in automotive technology, with a regular teaching schedule in the afternoon and evening.

The Automotive Technology program at Columbia-Greene Community College is committed to providing students with hands-on training and theoretical knowledge to prepare them for successful careers in the rapidly evolving automotive industry. This position is ideal for a dynamic, student-centered educator passionate about fostering the next generation of automotive professionals. Position starts Fall 2025.

Minimum Qualifications.

• Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology or a closely related field.
• Current ASE Master Technician certification, including tests A1-A8, G1, and L1.
• Commitment to teaching excellence and student success.
• Five years shop experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field
• Prior teaching experience in automotive technology or related fields.
• Experience working in a rural or community college setting.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Teaching Duties and Responsibilities

The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification.

• Update existing program and course curriculum. Maintain expertise in current teaching methodologies, technologies, and curricula while developing new instructional materials and techniques to meet the changing needs of students.
• Assist with the management of student learning outcome (SLO) creation and assessment.
• Support new and existing local business partnerships that serve the best interest of our students.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators to enhance instruction, curriculum, student success, and student completion.
• Participate in the development and/or selection of course materials, equipment, technology, and online instruction that will enhance the offerings of the department.
• Consult with students during regularly scheduled office hours.
• Serve as a member of department, division, and college committees.
• Perform other duties as required by contract, collective bargaining agreement, and general institutional needs in a timely manner.

Salary and Benefit Information

Contractual starting salary $51K and rank will be commensurate with education and work experience. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, short- and long-term disability, generous sick leave, paid holidays, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tax-deferred compensation, as well as employee and dependent tuition waivers.  Public Service Loan Forgiveness to those who meet eligibility.

Application Information

For full consideration, applicants must submit the following: (1) cover letter; (2) CV or resume; (3) copies of unofficial transcripts; and (4) contact information for three professional references.  Submit all as a single PDF document to: HR@sunycgcc.edu. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Special Announcement: The college offers day, evening, and online classes.  This position includes a regular teaching load scheduled for afternoons and evenings. The selected candidate must be available to teach during these hours.  The selected candidate may also be required to teach online.

Columbia-Greene Community College does not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student or applicant for admission based on an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, gender expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education.

The College makes every reasonable effort to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for individuals with documented disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations for completing the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 518-697-6337.