What are the responsibilities and job description for the Skilled Trades Instructor and Safety Coordinator position at Virginia's Community College System?
Working Title Skilled Trades Instructor and Safety Coordinator Role Title 10 Month Instructor Grant Fund Role Code T1033-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band 00 Position Number 294G0010 Agency Southwest Virginia Community College Agency/Division Southwest Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Tazewell - 185 Hiring Range Minimum of $58,784 to commensurate with experience and qualifications Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Full 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
Varies according to teaching schedule. Some evenings and weekends may be required.
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, Southwest 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. Southwest 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 invites applications for a full-time Skilled-Trades Instructor & Safety Coordinator. This position delivers high-demand workforce training while serving as the institutional coordinator for classroom and laboratory safety across Workforce & Continuing Education and Business, Engineering, and Industrial Technology programs.
The successful candidate will provide industry-recognized training, coordinate safety initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead the implementation of the Classroom & Laboratory Safety Workgroup (CLSW).
Primary Responsibilities
Instruction & Workforce Training
Position is located on main campus but may also be teaching and visiting off-campus sites.
A one-year probationary period is required for both new hires and transfers
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
Travel is required.
Posting Number FAC_1988P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 06/23/2026 Job Close Date 07/07/2026 Open Until Filled No Agency Website www.sw.edu Contact Name Human Resources Email human.resources@sw.edu Phone Number 276.964.7339 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/97410
Varies according to teaching schedule. Some evenings and weekends may be required.
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, Southwest 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. Southwest 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 invites applications for a full-time Skilled-Trades Instructor & Safety Coordinator. This position delivers high-demand workforce training while serving as the institutional coordinator for classroom and laboratory safety across Workforce & Continuing Education and Business, Engineering, and Industrial Technology programs.
The successful candidate will provide industry-recognized training, coordinate safety initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead the implementation of the Classroom & Laboratory Safety Workgroup (CLSW).
Primary Responsibilities
Instruction & Workforce Training
- Deliver workforce and credential-based training in:
- NCCER Core
- OSHA 10 (Construction & General Industry)
- First Aid / CPR / AED
- Basic Work Zone Flagger
- Solar Installation Technician
- DPOR Contractor License preparation
- MSHA Surface and Underground Training
- Basic Electricity and Electrical Safety
- Customize training for regional employers and grant-funded initiatives
- Maintain alignment with credentialing bodies and regulatory standards
- Serve as lead coordinator for the Classroom & Laboratory Safety Workgroup (CLSW)
- Implement semester-start laboratory safety checklists aligned to VCCS Best Practices
- Coordinate crane and lift inspection programs for diesel and automotive labs
- Support the update and implementation of the Laboratory Safety Policy
- Maintain training records, inspection documentation, and compliance dashboards
- Coordinate OSHA 10 and First Aid/CPR/AED training for faculty and staff
- Support hazardous waste management policies and inspections
- Track incidents, near-misses, and corrective actions
- Work collaboratively with faculty, workforce staff, facilities, and administration
- Participate in monthly CLSW meetings and quarterly safety reviews
- Provide safety guidance and technical assistance to instructional programs
Position is located on main campus but may also be teaching and visiting off-campus sites.
A one-year probationary period is required for both new hires and transfers
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
- Associate degree or higher in a skilled trades, industrial technology, safety, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and industry experience)
- Demonstrated experience in workforce or technical training
- Knowledge of OSHA standards and industrial safety practices
- Ability to obtain instructor authorization for required credentials
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Industry certifications (OSHA, NCCER, MSHA, electrical, solar, safety-related)
- Experience teaching adult learners or workforce programs
- Experience with lab/shop environments (diesel, automotive, welding, electrical, industrial)
- Knowledge of VCCS or community college workforce systems
- Experience with safety inspections, audits, or compliance tracking
Travel is required.
Posting Number FAC_1988P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 06/23/2026 Job Close Date 07/07/2026 Open Until Filled No Agency Website www.sw.edu Contact Name Human Resources Email human.resources@sw.edu Phone Number 276.964.7339 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/97410
Salary : $58,784