Adjunct Instructor, Electrical Systems Technology

Adjunct Instructor, Electrical Systems Technology

Salary

$32.23 - $38.30 Hourly

Location

Durham, NC

Job Type

Adjunct Instructor (PT)

Job Number

25-26-00117

Division

Academics and Guided Career Pathways

Department

Electrical Systems Technology Program

Opening Date

05/11/2026

Closing Date

9/30/2027 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

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Description

Do Great Things! Durham Technical Community College is hiring an adjunct instructor in the Electrical Systems Technology Program. The Adjunct Instructor is responsible for course preparation, delivery, grading, and records management. The Instructor will work closely with the Discipline Chair on matters related to and for the benefit of the department and its students.

This is a continuous posting for the 20262027 academic year and may close at any time without notice.

Examples of Duties

• Meet with class for assigned hours and deliver relevant instruction in lecture and laboratory settings as appropriate; file appropriate class cancellation forms as needed when class cannot meet, scheduling make-up work or meetings consistent with college policy.
• Maintain class electronic attendance records in a timely fashion.
• Develop and maintain a consistent policy for course evaluation (grading).
• Communicate course expectations to students in a consistent and understandable manner, e.g., by developing a syllabus consistent with college policies.
• Respond to student questions and complaints as appropriate, and in a manner consistent with college policies.
• File electronic grade reports in a timely fashion, consistent with deadlines.
• Maintain course records as needed for documentation of grading and for use in tracking of student learning outcomes as needed.
• Assist in maintenance of safe and orderly instructional spaces as needed.
• Must complete all mandatory work related and professional development training.

Minimum Qualifications

Associates Degree in Electrical Systems Technology or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant job experience.

Work Experience:

At least two years of work experience in residential and industrial wiring or a related field.

Supplemental Information

• Excellent understanding of scientific and technical principles relevant to the assigned class(es).
• Evidence of strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and effective oral and written communication/public relation skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to think creatively and put ideas into action.
• Ability to make presentations to classroom audiences at an appropriate level.
• Computer skills necessary for maintenance of course records and communication with students and program/departmental faculty and staff.
• Personal integrity, honesty, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Understanding of the mission, goals, and objectives of a community college.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The physical and mental demands described as follows are representative of those that must be met by an employee in performing the essential functions of this job:

• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift, at times, 10 lbs.
• Good eye/hand dexterity.

Normal Working Hours:

Specific work hours are to be determined by the scheduled class hours and by consultation with the supervisor. Hours are not guaranteed but are based on student enrollment and faculty needs.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our Employee Benefits and Retirement page.

01

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• Less than High School
• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Doctorate degree

02

Do you have at least one of the following? An Associates Degree or higher in Electrical Systems Technology or a related field; An equivalent combination of education and relevant job experience.

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least two years of work experience in residential and industrial wiring or a related field?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Durham Technical Community College

Address 1637 East Lawson Street

Durham, North Carolina, 27703

Phone 919-536-7244-5101

919-536-7200

Website https://www.durhamtech.edu/