Commercial Driver’s License Instructor/ CDL Instructor/ Class B License

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NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas. As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers. NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success. Applications for part-time faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring, and summer. Postings close yearly and you will need to re-apply each year. Under the supervision of the Director of Contract Training and Community Development, each instructor has as his/her chief duty the instruction of assigned classes. This duty takes precedence over all others. Each instructor should make every effort to be present and on time for each assigned class meeting, and prepared for class to the best of his/her ability. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Possess a valid AR CDL driver's license and have at least a high school diploma or GED. Have completed a First Aid Class within the last 3 years. Be at least 21 years old. 6 semester hrs. driver education, or 72 clock hours of documented driver training, or minimum of 7 years directly related experience directly related to the program being taught (such as, but not limited to: experience in law, enforcement investigating of accidents). License not suspended, canceled, revoked, or denied within past 36 months. Current DOT Physical -medical card or able to successfully acquire before acceptance of position. No more than eight (8) point violations on driving record Willingness to teach or learn to teach in person & online. Demonstrated professional oral and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills appropriate for various audiences/stakeholders. Ability to plan, organize, and implement responsibilities effectively. Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, other professionals, staff, and the public. Demonstrated integrity in fiscal management of company funds (i.e.- procurement, fuel purchase, contracts). Ability to plan, develop and implement the necessary curriculum. 1+ years over- the-road driving experience. Mid to Expert proficiency/experience in the development of materials and media for online learning. Proficient in general maintenance usually obtained through over the road driving or training. Current CDL B with minimum P and S endorsements, willing to obtain additional endorsements. Mid to Expert proficiency in interpretation and application of FMSCA regulations and Driver Qualification requirements for training compliance. Rate of Pay: $35 per hour Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 1+ years over-the-road driving experience. Experience in the development of materials and media for online learning is a plus. Information Technology abilities required Ability to operate a personal computer using the Windows environment. Ability to operate a personal computer within a Network environment. Ability to use electronic mail for general replies, scheduling and filing. Ability to perform basic student database functions. Ability to perform basic word processing using MS Word. Ability to perform basic spreadsheet functions using MS Excel. Ability to perform basic presentation functions using MS PowerPoint. Working Environment Position is outside more than inside and changes throughout the workday. Consists of indoors in a classroom/lab environment or outside in a truck or on a backing lot with high exposure to temperature changes, noise, dust, and/or chemicals. Normal college working hours but adjustment of hours involving evening and/or weekend work may be required from time to time. Other schedule adjustments may occur to accommodate new programs with existing or new customers. A neat appearance and appropriate business-like apparel are required. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Requires mobility within the campus and various sites, light lifting, and physical activities daily. Input, access, and distribute information using computers. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The conditions herein are representative of those that must be