Full Time Faculty - Automotive Technology

ABOUT THE POSITION

Long Beach Community College District is currently seeking one full-time tenure Automotive Technology Professor commencing with the Fall 2026 semester. This assignment also includes curriculum development, participation in the shared governance process through work in normal professional activities, committee work, and student activities. The teaching assignment may be at the Liberal Arts campus, the Trades, Technology, and Community Learning campus or other college teaching locations. The assignment may be day, evening, weekend, on-line or off campus and is subject to change as needed. Faculty positions offer the opportunity to assist a diverse group of adult students in achieving their educational goals. As one of the most diverse community college districts in southern California, we offer a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, vocational and occupational programs.

COLLEGE MISSION

Long Beach City College is committed to providing equitable student learning and achievement, academic excellence, and workforce development by delivering high-quality educational programs and support services to our diverse communities. We are Purposeful, Focused, Nurturing, Connected and Respectful.

• Strategic Plan
• Office of the Superintendent President

At Long Beach City College, we celebrate equity, diversity and ensure a positive and inclusive working environment for all college students, faculty, staff, and administrators. We believe diversity fosters awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for our students. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and to hiring qualified applicants who are dedicated to student learning and success.

Duties

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
The College seeks candidates who exhibit an understanding and commitment to the community college mission, and who have a passion for commitment to student success. The position encompasses the following professional responsibilities and competencies:

SERVICE:

• Assume leadership roles both within the department and in the institution as a whole.
• Commitment to serving the needs of the student, department, college, and community.
• Collaboration across disciplines and utilization of student support resources.
• Participation in department, division, college committees, and participatory governance activities.
• Participation in curriculum and program development.
• Work collegially and collaboratively within the college community.
• Participation in ongoing professional development.

• Ability to create a dynamic learning environment that values instructor/student interaction.
• Ability to effectively engage with and facilitate authentic learning for students of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.
• Ability to adapt teaching pedagogy to the knowledge of each individual and class.
• Ability to self-reflect and respond to an evidence-based assessment of student learning.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to integrating new technologies into the learning process, including but not limited to interactive technologies for on campus and on-line courses.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Any bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience, OR
• Any associate degree and six years of professional experience.
• Professional experience is required when the applicant possesses a master’s degree. The professional experience required must be directly related to the faculty member’s teaching assignment.

All candidates must demonstrate

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Recent community college or lower division teaching experience.
• Expertise in field of course(s) to be taught. Two current, ASE certifications and six years of related work experience.
• Experience with the maintenance of vehicles utilizing alternative propulsion technologies and fuels including: Electric, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), Hybrid, and Biodiesel technologies.
• Experienceandknowledgeofelectricalsystems,chassisandsuspension,HVAC,dieselenginesand transmissions.
• Experience working with diverse student populations, including first-generation, returning adult learners, and multilingual students.
• Experience with diagnostic software platforms, including OEM scan tools, aftermarket scan tools, and advanced vehicle networking systems (CAN, LIN, FlexRay).
• Expertise with common mechanic hand tools, pneumatic tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Knowledge of OSHA and safe working practices and procedures.
• Proficient in Online instruction
• ASE Master Technician and/or Advanced Certification ASE L1,L2, L3 preferred.
• Working knowledge of All Data, Pro Demand, and other types of automotive information systems.
• Experience with OEM training programs, policies, and procedures, e.g. Ford Asset, Toyota T-10.

Additional Information

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Long Beach City College only considers complete applications for employment. All application materials must be electronically submitted and uploaded by the applicant by the application deadline. Applications are initially screened for completeness and State Minimum Qualifications. Complete applications are forwarded to the Department hiring committee for further review.

A COMPLETE APPLICATION INCLUDES:

• A Long Beach Community College District Online Application
• A cover letter outlining your education and experience relevant to this position.
• A current resume or curriculum vitae.
• A list of three references, including current addresses and telephone numbers of both colleagues and supervisors.
• ALL graduate and undergraduate transcripts, showing school name, all college coursework, degree title and conferral date. This includes transcripts for any and all for the following degrees AA/AS, BA/BS, MA/MS and above (Ed.D, Ph,D, etc.) and courses used for transfer credit. Transcripts can be official or unofficial and must be submitted as an attachment. The conferral date must be on or before the application deadline in order to meet Minimum Qualifications.
• Transcripts from countries other than the United States must be evaluated by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service (NACES)or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc (AICE).
Applicants who do not meet the Statewide Minimum Qualifications for this discipline verbatim are required to submit a Supplemental Equivalency Application
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The District contributes to medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents and life insurance for the employee.