Workforce Instructors - Welding

Posting Summary

Working Title

Workforce Instructors - Welding

Role Title

Workforce Instructor

Role Code

01021-SW

FLSA

Exempt

Pay Band

UG

Position Number

298A9999

Agency

Laurel Ridge Community College

Division

Laurel Ridge Community College (Div)

Work Location

Frederick - 069

Hiring Range

$70 per hour

Emergency/Essential Personnel

No

EEO Category

I-Faculty

Full Time or Part Time

Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Each Welding course meets two evenings per week for 8-13 weeks, depending on the course content and program requirements. Adjunct instructors’ schedules may vary based on cohort instructional needs and instructor availability. Classes are held on weeknights and some weekends.

Sensitive Position

No

Job Description

The Adjunct Workforce Instructor will serve as an instructor for the Workforce Welding Program. This position is responsible for delivering both classroom and hands-on instruction that prepares students for entry-level welding careers.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, promote teamwork, emphasize workplace safety, and provide students with practical, industry-relevant training.

The successful candidate must be considered proficient in the welding industry or a related field. While prior teaching experience is beneficial, it is not required. Professional experience and relevant industry certifications are highly valued. Our students benefit most from learning alongside experienced professionals who can share real-world knowledge and best practices from the field.

For additional information about Workforce Solutions and its programs, please visit:

Please note: Applicants must reside in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, D.C.

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, hands-on, and classroom instruction in all aspects of welding and shop safety.
• Instruct students in the safe and proper use of hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Demonstrate industry best practices related to safety, quality, productivity, and preventive maintenance.
• Develop students’ workplace readiness skills, including teamwork, communication, problem-solving, reliability, and professional conduct.
• Mentor and support students by providing constructive feedback and guidance throughout the program.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, student progress, and competency assessments.
• Prepare students to submit pertinent weld bend tests.
• Participate in instructor training, certification, and professional development activities as required.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this role is $70.00. The position is part-time and as such cannot exceed 29 hours per week and is not eligible for health or leave benefits.

APPLICATION**PROCESS:**

This is an open/standing position advertisement and not for a specific position. Completing an application will make you available for open positions based on your experience, the information you provide in your application, and relevant positions available. You are strongly encouraged to include a cover letter indicating your area of teaching interest/knowledge and strongly encouraged to provide a resume of your experience if you have one. Please complete the state application and provide all pertinent professional information about yourself. We regularly review applicants and if your qualifications match an open position, we will contact you. Please note: applicants must reside in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland or DC. If you have questions and wish to learn more about any available positions, please call our office at (540) 868-7021 or visit our website

Click here to learn about Laurel Ridge Community College.

Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email [email protected] for further information.

Sponsorship of an employee’s work authorization takes time and requires an ongoing financial investment. Therefore, Laurel Ridge Community College does not have funding to sponsor potential employees in the US on a work visa and F-1 post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT). We consistently follow this funding model to ensure our practices are not discriminatory. Exceptions would require approval from the college president.

Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non-merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment. Know your rights!

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

• Must be proficient in the welding industry or a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of various welding processes such as shielded metal arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored, or gas tungsten arc welding; basic welding concepts; knowledge of weld symbols, understand and able to follow welding procedure specifications; and able to read dimensions, understand tolerances, and do basic construction math.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and industry best practices.
• Ability to demonstrate and supervise hands-on technical training activities.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform physical tasks associated with equipment setup, operation, maintenance, and instructional demonstrations.

Additional Considerations

• Previous teaching, training, coaching, or mentoring experience, particularly in adult education or workforce development settings.
• Associate degree, technical diploma, apprenticeship completion, or related credentials in welding.
• American Welding Society certifications.

Operation of a State Vehicle

Yes

Supervises Employees

No

Required Travel

We offer top quality courses on hundreds of subjects taught by expert trainers at our Middletown, Warrenton and Luray campuses/center. Responsibilities include teaching workforce courses, which may include hybrid, online, distance learning and on campus courses during the day, evening and weekends.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

ADJ_3618P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

5

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

09/16/2026

Job Close Date

03/16/2027

Open Until Filled

No

Agency Website

http://

Contact Name

Kris Iden

Email

[email protected]

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:

Candidates interested in being considered for a posted position are required to submit an application to the posted position via the VCCS Career Portal. Upload cover letter (this is optional, but recommended) and resume (this is optional but recommended). Reference checks, background screenings, and eVerify are required for all Laurel Ridge positions. Satisfactory reference, background screenings are a condition of employment.

Candidates interested in being considered for a posted position are required to submit an application to the posted position via the VCCS Career Portal. Upload cover letter (this is optional, but recommended) and resume (this is optional but recommended) and unofficial transcripts (this is optional for all positions except faculty, clinical instructors and tutors). Reference checks, background screenings, and eVerify are required for all Laurel Ridge positions. Satisfactory reference, background screenings are a condition of employment.

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.