Adjunct Professor - Automotive Technology

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: Temporary - Full-Time
Job Number: 106352
Agency: Midlands Technical College
Opening Date: 10/06/2025
Closing Date: 6/2/2026 12:00 AM Eastern
Class Code:: UZ01
Position Number:: 106352
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Varies depending on college needs
Pay Grade: Unclassified
Opening Date: 10/12/2020
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Qualified applicants must visit the SC State Jobs website at www.careers.sc.gov to complete and submit an on-line application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications. Transcripts must be submitted with the employment application when a degree is required. Copies of transcripts are accepted for screening; official transcripts are required if hired.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Maintains a high level of excellence in teaching by communicating and interacting effectively with students enrolled in courses within the program area. Prepares materials needed for course instruction and testing. Keeps student records and adheres to course schedules. Uses learning management systems to communicate with students, faculty and staff. Participates in the collection of student learning outcomes. Assists the Automotive Technology coordinator with timely notification of any shortfall in supplies or equipment needed for lab instruction. Conducts lectures, discussions and other teaching activities. Relates instruction and material to course objectives. Provides students with course syllabi and correlates grade assignment with skill and course competency. Submits grades, reports and records in a timely manner. Remains current in field.

An Adjunct faculty member in Automotive Technology Program must have a broad knowledge of the automotive industry with specific knowledge in the area(s) of teaching automotive technology. The faculty member needs to have direct practical experience in the area of Heating and Air Conditioning Repair. Experience in Electrical Systems; Brake, Suspension and Steering; Engine Performance; Engine Repair; and Drive Train Repair is highly desirable. The desired faculty member should have as a minimum an Associate's degree in Automotive Technology and three years practical experience as an Automotive Technician and be Master ASE Certified.

This position is located on the Airport Campus in the Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Trades department.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

Associate's degree in Automotive Technology and a minimum of three (3) years of related experience as an automotive technician.
Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's in applied Automotive Technology with a minimum of five (5) years related experience as an automotive technician.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Midlands Technical College is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for employment opportunities. Are you currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess an associate's degree in Automotive Technology and a minimum of three (3) years of related experience as an automotive technician?
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Please describe in detail your experience working in Automotive Technology or a related field, if any.
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Required documents: CV/resume and cover letter. I understand that if all required documents aren't attached to my application, my application is considered incomplete.

• Yes
• No

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If selected for this position, will you be able to provide your official transcript(s) within 20 days of your hire date?
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Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If yes, when and what agenc(ies)?
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Have you ever been employed at Midlands Technical College? If yes, when?
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Please provide the names of any relatives that are employed by Midlands Technical College.
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