Machine Tool Technology Instructor

Salary: $42,108.00 - $94,363.00 Annually Location : Mobile, AL Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 07151 College/Division: BISHOP-205440-Machine Tool Technology Opening Date: 03/11/2026 Closing Date: 3/25/2026 11:59 PM Central Campus Location: Bishop State Position Summary Reporting Authority: Divisional Chair / Associate Dean / Dean, School of Career and Technical Education The Machine Tool Technology Instructor shall perform the duties as specified in conformity with the policies established by the Alabama Community College System and the Bishop State Community College Faculty and Staff Handbook. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe essential functions listed below are not comprehensive. Duties and responsibilities may change without notice to meet institutional and industry needs.Instruction & Student Support Teach 15-18 credit hours per semester and/or the equivalent in non-credit or combined credit/non-credit offerings. Provide effective classroom and laboratory instruction within the assigned credentialed area. Develop and maintain course syllabi, instructional materials, and evaluation tools. Recruit, advise, and support students from enrollment through program completion. Evaluate student progress using institutional and depa1tmental criteria; maintain accurate class records (grades, attendance, withdrawals, drops). Advise students on academic and career pathways; promote student leadership and enrichment activities. Curriculum & Program Development Review and update curriculum regularly to align with current industry standards and workforce needs. Develop and teach web-based and technology-enhanced courses. Establish and conduct industry adviso1y committee meetings (minimum twice annually) and maintain records to support program evaluation, curriculum improvements, and training equipment selection. Ensure program alignment with credentialing and/or certification standards (e.g., NCCER, NIMS,NC3). Safety & Facility Management Ensure the safety of students, staff, and visitors in all instructional areas. Maintain and inspect safety equipment (e.g., eyewash stations, fire extinguishers). Maintain organization, cleanliness, and operational readiness of classrooms, labs, tools, and equipment. Technology & Industry Expertise Demonstrated competency in educational technologies, learning management systems, and common productivity software (e.g., Microsoft Word, PowerPoint). Knowledge and experience in: Programming various CNC machine tool brands. CAD/CAM software applications. Additive manufacturing / 3D printing technologies. Multi-skilled crafts and multiple types of machining equipment. Computer-integrated manufacturing includes PLCs, robotics, and instrumentation. Industrial quality, safety, health, and environmental practices. Maintenance and production concepts (preventive/predictive maintenance, Lean Manufacturing). Maintenance inspection/testing methods (electrical testing, thermography, non-destructive examination). Partnerships & Community Engagement Promote and maintain positive relationships with regional businesses, industries, and agencies. Support recruitment and job placement of program completers. Participate in and support professional organizations such as SkillsUSA to foster leadership and skill attainment. Establish and sustain partnerships with business and industry entities as well as four-year institutions. Professional Responsibilities Maintain and enhance professional competency through ongoing learning and skill development. Participate in in-service training, institutional events, and committee work as assigned. Provide administrative support, including preparation of reports, course outlines, and catalog materials. Adhere to institutional policies and procedures as outlined in official handbooks and board policy manuals. Initiate and support grant activities aligned with program goals. Maintain punctuality, professional conduct, and assigned office hours. Preferred Competencies Proven experience managing personnel, equipment, laboratories, and facilities. Demonstrated expertise in web-based course development and delivery. Ability to adapt curriculum and instruction to meet evolving industry needs. Strong oral and written communication skills. Commitment to serving diverse student populations effectively. Other Responsibilities Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries regarding assigned programs, and direct inquiries to appropriate departments or personnel as needed. Assist in collecting and entering job placement data for graduates, program completers, and leavers, maintaining accurate spreadsheets and reports. Support and participate in student recruitment initiatives and events as assigned. Assist in developing and maintaining current brochures, marketing collateral, and other recruitment materials. Work Associated with Other Offices Collaborate with College administrators to promote and develop business and industry training programs that align with workforce needs. Work cooperatively with institutional units-including Institutional Research, Student Services, and other departments-to complete required reports, collect data, and administer surveys. Partner with College administrators on programmatic assessment and viability activities to ensure quality and continuous improvement. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Associate degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum of three (3) years of documented full-time experience as a practitioner in the Machine Tool Technology field or High School diploma with a minimum of six (6) years of documented, full-time experience as a practitioner in the electrical technology field. The successful candidate is expected to complete an associate degree from a regionally accredited institution within three (3) years of the original hire date as a condition of continued employment. Preferred Requirements:Experienced in additive (3D printing) manufacturing Application Procedures/Additional InformationApplication Procedure: Position announcements and employment applications are available at Applications currently on file must be resubmitted for this position. Delinquent and/or unsigned application packets and/or documents will not be accepted. Only complete application packets will be given consideration for employment. A completed application packet consists of: Completed Bishop State Community College employment application Current resume Applicable Transcript with conferred date (While an unofficial transcript may be submitted as part of the application packet, an official transcript must be received before the date of hire.) Physical Demands & Work Environment: Work is generally performed in an office environment with frequent interruptions and irregularities in the work schedule. Learned physical skill is required for keyboarding. Frequent walking, standing, or sitting may be required. Working hours may vary and occasional evening or weekend work is required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job satisfactorily. Other Job Description information I: More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Bishop State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security. The Selection Committee will screen all applicants for the position. The Committee will select applicants for in-person interviews which may consist of question/answer session and /or skills assessments. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right not to fill the positions in the event of budgetary or operational constraints. Bishop State Community College is a multi-campus organization, and employees of the College are required to travel among various work sites for both day and evening responsibilities and must provide their own mode of transportation. Bishop State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College Systems Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Bishop State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Bishop State Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Salary: ACCS Salary Schedule: D1Salary Schedule Placement: Appropriate placement on Salary Schedule D1 IB-IV ($42,108 - $94,363) based on education and experience for a 9-month contract. Summer appointments are for 3 months and are a separate contract based on enrollment - Salary Schedule D1 ($13,001 - $29,184) based on education and experience. Sick Leave All regular full-time instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is equivalent to 7 hours per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement. 7 hours per month (may accumulate an unlimited number) Annual Leave Not applicable (off between terms) Personal Leave All regular full-time instructional staff earns up to five (5) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year. Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used. (converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used) Professional Leave Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President. Holidays New Year's Day Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday National Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Day Christmas Eve Christmas Day 16 (5 locally assigned) Retirement The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama. Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25) Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25) Law Enforcement Officers: Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25) Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25) Health Insurance PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit Premium amounts: Single $ 30 Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207 Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282 Family (with Spouse and dependents) $ 307 Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP. Tobacco Usage Premium Member $ 50 Spouse $ 50 The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount. Wellness Premium Member $ 50 Spouse $ 50 The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver. If desired, employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision. Optional Coverage Plan Premiums Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38 Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50 Institution matches $904 monthly (effective 10/01/25). Duty Hours (Hours vary by campus and instructional needs) Tuition Assistance This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes. Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges: 1/3 waived after 1st year 2/3 waived after 2nd year 3/3 waived after 3rd year Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at

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