What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor for Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class-A position at Southwest Virginia Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
Adjunct Instructor for Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class-A
Role Title
Adjunct Instructor
Role Code
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
UG
Position Number
294A9999
Agency
Southwest Virginia Community College
Division
Southwest Virginia Community College (Div)
Work Location
Tazewell - 185
Hiring Range
$40.00 per instructional 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
Schedule will vary
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’s degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.
Adjunct Instructor for Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class-A
Southwest Virginia Community College is in search of a CDL Adjunct Instructor to serve its Workforce and Continuing Education Division. The position will serve main and off-site campuses. Instructional workload will be based on demand in surrounding communities serviced by the College. The successful candidate must be self-motivated, able to multi-task, and create a student-oriented learning environment. Classes will be offered day and weekends.
- Teaching responsibilities and scheduling varies
- Primary duties are to coordinate, administer, manage, and deliver non-credit programs
- Responsible for the recruitment, work-based learning opportunities, and job placement of students into workforce and academic program
- Manages the program advisory board(s) Defines learning objectives, prepares and teaches classes, creates a student-oriented learning environment, and evaluates student learning in assigned courses
- Must be available to teach day, evenings, weekends, and/or on and off-campus classes in person
- Assists in the recruitment, training and support of adjunct instructors within teaching field.
Special Assignments
Instructional faculty must reside in the state of Virginia or be available to teach in-person classes at one of the Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) locations (Main Campus, Lebanon, Bluefield, Southern Gap and off-site locations).
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
- 5 years non-teaching work experience as a truck driver Possess a current Class A CDL
- Current knowledge of industry issues and practices Current knowledge of DMV/DOT regulations
- Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and work independently
- Must be able to successfully complete background check
Additional Considerations
- Associate’s Degree Experience providing technical education in classroom/small group setting.
- Curriculum development experience
Operation of a State Vehicle
Yes
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Travel may be required.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
ADJ_3215P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
04/01/2026
Job Close Date
06/30/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
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
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.
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