Posting Number : 250078 Job Title : Instructor Pool - Diesel Technology Applicant Notification : Department Information Our Division is seeking to expand its pool of part-time faculty to teach .
- Beyond the required education and experience, instructors must have a passion for what they teach and have teaching styles that support student success. Instructors are responsible for following Division and College procedures in support of teaching and learning.
- This is an application pool posting for 2025-2026. The assigned location for this position is at the Lane Community College’s main campus located in Eugene, Oregon.
Position Information
Instructors are needed for one or more of the following areas to include planning, writing, and administering Diesel curricula to include teaching : Industrial safety practices; Heavy Duty Braking Systems; Heavy Equipment Hydraulics; Heavy Equip Chassis & Power Train; Diesel & Auxiliary Fuel Systems; Diesel Electrical Systems; Diesel Engines & Engine Overhaul; Lift Truck / Material Handling Equipment; Fork Lift Operator Certification.All of these classes include a lab component that is conducted on the Lane Community College main campus. The accompanying instruction, depending on the class, may be delivered in several formats which include both traditional lecture and online presentation.Search Information
First review date of applications may be as early as 10 business days after posting. Subsequent review dates will be based upon department needs. Lane Community College reserves the right to modify this information.Your application will remain in the pool until a decision is made on your candidacy.Application Information
Provide all documents as requested.A resume may not take the place of any one section of the application.Unofficial or Official Transcripts (Certifications if applicable) are required for this position at the time of application. See the instructions below.Location : Main Campus Classification : Part-time Faculty Position Type : Contracted Part-Time Faculty Anticipated Start Date : As needed, Fall (September 2025), Winter (January 2026), or Spring (April 2026) Salary / Wage : Hourly Salary / Wage Range : Salary / Compensation Statement :
Our application is used to determine the initial salary placement for selected candidates. All employment and education history will be considered.Starting range for part-time faculty is Step 1 – Step 10, see our Part-time Faculty Salary Schedule in our section.The Part-time Faculty includes a generous contribution toward medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, and paid sick leave. Part-time faculty may be eligible for full contracted benefits after meeting certain criteria.Grant Statement : Working Schedule :
Classes as assigned by the Division Dean based on need, enrollment, and availability of contracted and / or more senior part-time faculty.Monday – Thursday daytime shifts.FLSA : Exempt Position Status : Temporary Full / Part : Part-Time Annual Schedule : Other Annual Schedule Details : If other - see working schedule. Quicklink for Posting : POSTING TEXT Posting Date : 07 / 30 / 2025 Closing Date : 06 / 30 / 2026 Applicant Pool : Academic Year Open Until Filled : No Required QUALIFICATIONS Required Education :
Associate degree in Diesel Technology or related field and three (3) or more years of recent experience at the Journeyman or Management level;Equivalent education and professional experience in Diesel Technology.Required Experience : Recent experience in a professional Diesel Technology field that would include at least one (1) of the following areas : heavy truck, heavy equipment, lift truck, and / or agricultural equipment repair. Licensure or Certification Requirements Conditions of Employment :
Successful applicants are required to complete a criminal background check. Infractions do not necessarily disqualify a candidate, and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. See our for more detail.Must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed.Preferred QUALIFICATIONS Preferred Education Master ASE Medium-Heavy Truck Certification Tests and / or AED Heavy Equipment certification or must be able to acquire certification within one (1) year. Preferred Experience Teaching experience. Language Statement We welcome multilingual applicants who can support and welcome all students. Bilingual / Multicultural Statement : Inclusiveness, diversity, and equity are integral to Lane’s commitment to excellence in education and our commitment to student and community engagement. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, multilingual skills, and thought. We encourage applications from candidates that identify with groups that are historically underrepresented in higher education. Equivalency Statement : We want to find the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. You are also encouraged to address how your professional and lived experience, scholarship, teaching, mentorship and / or service will contribute to the Lane mission of transforming lives through learning. Position Purpose : To provide high quality instruction to students taking Diesel Technology courses and assist students entering or transitioning into the workforce. Essential Functions : Support student learning through activities that include :
Exhibit compliance with College policies and procedures, accountability for leave time, timesheet completion, release time, text book ordering and related functionsSustain currency in discipline and innovation in teachingCollegial participation in faculty performance evaluation processMaintain and post office hours in alignment with College expectationsMaintain physical campus presence for instruction and daily needs of students, departments, college and community, as specified in theMaintain requirements for student records, attendance, grades, and / or other documentation; ensure a safe, quality classroom or lab, including equipment, supplies, and inventoryProblem solve and manage sensitive information with appropriate awareness of FERPA standards; maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to the privacy needs of studentsOther duties as assignedCurriculum Delivery
Provide high-quality classroom instructionCreate course content, develop and revise course content and materialsEstablish learning outcomes consistent with core ability outcomes, assess outcomes using appropriate assessment tools, and use assessment results to inform improvements at a program and course levelIncorporate college values into the curriculum and promote a respectful learning environment including facilitating awareness of multicultural and diversity issues in curriculaTeach and develop all class syllabi and course materials, in a form that can be directly delivered to, and used by, studentsConfer with students on course materialsDeliver computing curriculum to students in traditional and online formatsOnline Teaching and Student Support
Engage within the online course environment to ensure Regular and Substantive Interaction (RSI)Monitor student progress and provide reasonable coaching and assistance to struggling students towards successReview and grade all work submitted by students and provide timely and substantive feedbackProvide timely response to student inquiriesEnsure that all materials meet the guidelines of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation ActUse effective strategies for teaching onlineEquity and Inclusion
Demonstrate Lane Community College’s core value of social justice by ensuring equity and inclusion skills such as respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing of cultural and personal differences, are the basis of employee and student interpersonal communications and relationships, and are applied to all position responsibilitiesDuties are carried out respectfully and inclusively, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, social class, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran’s status, nationality, age, language, origin or employment statusActively assist with ADA compliance in conjunction with Human Resources and Disability Resource departments; support appropriate access for persons with disabilities in order to provide for the success of students and staff; mentor and role model cultural competency for persons with disabilitiesMust demonstrate an active concern for students, staff, and the publicSupervision Statement : Reports to the Senior Instructional Dean of the Business, Technology, and Trades Division; and perform instruction-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the of the college. Physical Demands / Working Environment :
Coordinate fine and gross motor movements. Coordinate hand / eye movements. Maintain balance from any position. Negotiate level surfaces, ramps, and stairs.Attend to cognitive and psychometric tasks for more than two (2) hours a day; work on a computer for more than one (1) hour a day; ability to transport or lift up to fifty (50) lbs. with assistance as needed; stand or sit for extended periods of time.Work indoors, in office space, classrooms, or diesel labs.Work safely.Knowledge Skills and Abilities : Expected Competencies
Analytical ThinkingBuilding RelationshipsChange AdvocateTeamworkService MindsetProcess ImprovementInnovationSupervision and LeadershipStrategic Project ManagementKnowledge of instructional design, delivery, and learning theoryAbility to
Ability to understand and carry out Lane Community College’s commitment to student success, lifelong learning, and the needs of students, staff, and the public.Ability to understand and carry out Lane Community College’s mission and strategic agendas including college learning outcomes, cultural competency, and diversity.Ability to advise, motivate, encourage, explain options, and guide students in the learning process.Plan, implement and evaluate professional-technical courses.Maintain a classroom atmosphere conducive to student learning; establish and maintain effective working relations with faculty, students, and staff; communicate effectively.Demonstrate organizational abilities.Understand how to manage time.Demonstrate well-rounded leadership skills.Communicate effectively.Show computer skills, including word processing.Analyze and problems solve.Write clearly and present information in concise summary reports.Prioritize and set long and short-term goals.Understand the role of the community college and the diversity of the community college student body.
