12 Month Faculty of Certified Mission Critical Operator (CMCO)

About the role

The 12 Month Faculty of Certified Mission Critical Operator (CMCO) is a new full-time position with Workforce Solutions. This individual will teach CMCO classes and work directly with Trades Program Managers to ensure quality instruction and student completion. The successful candidate should be well versed in critical mission facilities maintenance with an emphasis in HVAC, Electrical and Plumbing, with significant work experience in the field and a passion for helping others learn the craft. Knowledge of data center operations is preferred. While teaching experience is highly beneficial, it is not required; however, students expect to learn from a seasoned professional in the field. The typical Workforce Solutions trades student may be a novice, have some limited knowledge, or be a highly experienced technician seeking a credential in their respective profession. The goal for students is to complete their program of study and obtain the related credential, possibly attending multiple levels of classes. This position will work with instructors to ensure students stay with the program until they finish and obtain their credential. Workforce classes are offered during weekdays, weekday evenings, and weekends depending on need. For additional information about Workforce Solutions and programs, please refer to LaurelRidgeWorkforce.com. Questions? Contact Program Manager, Samantha Brill at 540‑868‑7278 or sbrill@laurelridge.edu.

Responsibilities

• Teach a minimum of four trades courses per semester, most likely evening classes.
• Ensure program quality across the trades programs by assisting with student completion efforts, including helping students move through coursework, obtain industry credentials and licensures, and progress to the next level of training.
• Assist lab technicians with setting up lab equipment and consumables across trades programs.
• Review strengths and weaknesses of Trades program effectiveness and provide suggestions and feedback to the program manager.
• Provide feedback for future program development.
• May occasionally work with employers to identify skill gaps in the workforce and make curriculum and instructional suggestions for the programs.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree and/or industry credentials (e.g., Certified Mission Critical Operator Certification, electrical licensure, HVAC licensure, Plumbing licensure).
• Demonstrated experience in a mission critical facility.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, time management, leadership, technical expertise, critical thinking/problem solving, and ability to manage multiple classes during a single time.
• Must contribute to the mission of Workforce Solutions as the local, reliable, and trusted partner for quality and relevant workforce training programs that meet the needs of employers and individuals in the community.
• Responsibilities include frequent contact inside and outside the organization with employers to ensure success.
• Preference given to individuals possessing Electrical, Plumbing, and/or HVAC industry experience.
• Experience teaching and/or training adult learners in the technical trades industry is preferred, but all candidates with a passion to teach are encouraged to apply.
• Ability to cover assignments throughout the college service region as necessary, including travel to sites/campuses and any training.

Benefits

The position is a 12‑month faculty role and is eligible for the benefits package offered by the Commonwealth of Virginia for state agencies and the Virginia Community College System. For more information, please visit www.dhrm.virginia.gov and www.vccs.edu.

Pay

The salary range for the position is $100,000.00‑$110,000.00 per year.

Schedule

Schedule will depend on class schedule and may include daytime classes, evening classes, and weekend classes as needed. This position allows for telework one day per week.