9-Month Plumbing Instructor - Restricted

About the role

Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) is seeking a Full-Time 9-month faculty member for Plumbing. The position begins full-time on August 10, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to 15 credit hours per semester in plumbing courses, including day, evening, and/or weekend classes
• Deliver instruction at multiple locations served by the college, including local high schools, correctional facilities, and off-campus centers
• Maintain a minimum of 10 scheduled office hours per week to support student success
• Advises and mentors students on academic progress and career pathways in the plumbing trade
• Serves on college committees and contributes to institutional initiatives
• Serves as a resource for adjunct instructors within the program
• Engages in professional development activities to stay current with industry standards and instructional practices
• Supports student recruitment efforts and promotes the plumbing program within the community
• Supervises student internships and supports work-based learning experiences
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to the college’s mission of providing quality education to a diverse student population
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 5 years of recent full-time plumbing experience
• Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, cutting processes, plumbing theory, mathematics, and blueprint reading
• Must possess plumbing certifications or have the ability to obtain required certifications prior to start date
• Demonstrated ability to effectively instruct both lecture and lab components of plumbing programs
• Experience preparing for classes, maintaining office hours, and supporting student learning
• Effective communication skills with students, faculty, and staff
• Ability to develop and assess curriculum and student learning outcomes
• Proficiency in using instructional technology for classroom presentations
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Commitment to customer service and student success
• Willingness to teach in various instructional settings, including evenings and weekends
• Ability to participate in institutional responsibilities such as committees, recruiting, and program support
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Commitment to customer service and student success
• Willingness to teach in various instructional settings, including evenings and weekends
• Ability to participate in institutional responsibilities such as committees, recruiting, and program support
• Participation in professional organizations, workshops, or industry events

Additional Considerations

• Diploma or degree in Career and Technical Education or a related field
• At least 5 years of recent plumbing experience (beyond minimum requirements or in specialized areas)
• Journeyman or Master Plumber license or advanced certifications
• Previous teaching or training experience, especially in a classroom or lab setting
• Familiarity with curriculum development in a college or technical training environment
• Participation in professional organizations, workshops, or industry events

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.