Preceptor, Lead CDL Instructor, Transportation Innovation Center

About the role

The Department of Transportation and Logistics Training Academy at the Transportation Center is seeking a Support Staff member to provide program support for both the CDL Training Programs and the State CDL Testing Center. The position requires a full range of responsibilities including hands-on CDL training as a State Licensed CDL Instructor and support as a State Certified CDL Examiner.

Responsibilities

• Supports the CDL Training Specialist in the training of CDL students, in any area of instruction, daily.
• Serves as a State Certified CDL Examiner when required.
• Provides advice, guidance, and feedback to CDL students in the CDL Training program and CDL Test candidates.
• Reinforces instruction to both CDL students and CDL Test candidates by utilizing a variety of learning modalities to help improve their outcomes.
• Maintains records of the CDL Testing Center outcomes.
• Supports all programs within the Transportation and Logistics Training Center.
• Assists with maintaining accurate student records and CDL Test candidate test scores, when acting as a CDL Examiner.
• Participates in program and division committees, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Significant related experience may substitute for education.
• Minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated verifiable professional CDL Class “A” driving experience in all weather conditions.
• Current CDL Class "A" license with all endorsements except Hazardous Materials.
• Licensed CDL Instructor by the Ohio Driver Training Office (with Training Manger Endorsement).
• Certified by the State of Ohio as a CDL Examiner or obtain certification within a reasonable period of time as agreed upon by hiring manager.
• Verifiable clean driving record with no more than two (2) points and/or one (1) moving violation in the previous three years from application date.
• No record of Operating Vehicle While Intoxicated (OVI), Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Reckless Operation convictions.
• Meets the College’s insurability requirements.
• Passes a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and drug screening examination.
• No felony convictions within the previous ten years from application date; capable of passing Ohio BCI and FBI background checks.
• Demonstrated experience effectively making decisions that have major implications on the strategy, management and operations within a department.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in a role requiring dynamic and abstract problem-solving methods in adaptive situations.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of CDL training theories, concepts and practices with the ability to apply in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations as it pertains to the departmental focus.
• Demonstrated ability to identify mechanical and maintenance problems and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to promote student success.
• Able to work independently with accuracy and great attention to detail.
• Possess intermediate project management skills.
• Possess intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivity.
• Ability to collaborate, persuade, gain cooperation, and accept ideas on significant projects.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance workflow and quality.
• Ability to research and analyze issues and develop solutions.
• Ability to work independently with accuracy and great attention to detail.
• Possess sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of students and the community.

Skills

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of CDL training theories, concepts and practices with the ability to apply in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations as it pertains to the departmental focus.
• Demonstrated ability to identify mechanical and maintenance problems and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Possess strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to promote student success.
• Able to work independently with accuracy and great attention to detail.
• Possess intermediate project management skills.
• Possess intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivity.
• Ability to collaborate, persuade, gain cooperation, and accept ideas on significant projects.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance workflow and quality.
• Ability to research and analyze issues and develop solutions.
• Ability to work independently with accuracy and great attention to detail.
• Possess sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of students and the community.

Benefits

The position offers a competitive starting salary range of $60,000 to $70,000, which will be based upon an assessment of internal equity, the unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications in relation to the minimum and/or preferred job requirement(s).

Pay

The target starting salary range is $60,000 to $70,000.

Schedule

The work schedule is flexible, with hours typically between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM, with a day off during the week as program requirements dictate.

Target Starting Salary Range

$60,000 to $70,000

Special Instructions to Applicants

During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.