Department:
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Salary/Hourly
$53.33 Hourly
Union/Position Status:
FFECC Teaching PT
Posting Closing Date:
June 1, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS TO BEING A PART-TIME ADJUNCT FACULTY MEMBER
AT SUNY ERIE:
- RETIREMENT PLANS – New York State retirement, option to participate in tax shelter annuities, deferred compensation, voluntary retirement savings
- TUITION REIMBURSEMENT – SUNY Erie tuition waivers
- PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - Professional meetings/conferences, participation in seminar offerings, visitation of business and industry & acquisition of formal education
- EMPLOYEE ASSISTANT PROGRAM (EAP) - Confidential and voluntary assistance to employees and their family members (financial concerns, legal issues, alcohol or drug problems, marital problems, emotional worries, child-care problems, etc.)
DISTINGUIISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
Adjunct faculty teach department courses on a part-time basis and evaluate student performance pursuant to guidelines set by the department and the College. Adjunct faculty report to the Department Chair for their discipline. Adjunct faculty are responsible for preparing lesson plans, teaching aids, and instructional materials or activities for class. Adjunct faculty must maintain accurate records on students and submit pertinent data to the department and/or the College.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
- Ability to effectively communicate one-on-one, in small groups, and in classroom situations;
- Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse group of students;
- Capability to teach a wide range of related subjects;
- Effective problem solving skills;
- Ability to work a combination of days/evening/weekend schedules;
- Remains current with subject matter and instructional methodology;
- Plans and teaches courses that fulfill the current curriculum goals and objectives;
- Communicates progress in the course to students in a timely manner;
- Provides classroom and laboratory instruction in industrial maintenance: particularly in robotics and instrumentation, mechanics, fluid power, electricity, and other courses as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Candidates must be able to demonstrate awareness and sensitivity towards promoting an inclusive and diverse learning environment. Good knowledge of field of specialization; knowledge of or experience in implementing a variety of teaching strategies; awareness of the value of technology as a tool for teaching; experience with computerized student record management; ability to develop educational programs; ability to teach effectively at the college level; initiative and resourcefulness; industrious and dependable; ability to get along well with others; effective communication skills; experience teaching a diverse student body; physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of an Associate Degree in mechanical or electrical engineering is required. Candidates with considerable industrial experience combined with some teaching experience at the secondary and/or the college level will be considered. A minimum of 5+ year’s industrial experience is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and/ or Mechanical Engineering
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Please attach unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required for successful candidates within 30 days of hire.
Our mission to offer quality education includes exposing our students to a diverse range of cultures, experiences and expertise. At SUNY Erie Community College, we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Contact Human Resources at (716) 851-1840 with any questions.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
SUNY Erie Community College does not discriminate in admission, employment, or in the administration of any of its policies and programs on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, familial status, military status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, veteran status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristics protected by law. This applies to all students, applicants or other members of the College community (including, but not limited to, vendors and visitors). Grievance procedures are available to interested persons by contacting the Civil Rights Compliance Officer listed below. Retaliation against a person who files a complaint, serves as a witness, or assists or participates in the investigation of a complaint in any manner is strictly prohibited.
The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College’s non-discrimination policies:
Civil Rights Compliance Officer
Human Resource Department
North Campus
6205 Main Street
Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 270-5735
For further information on notice of non-discrimination, please contact:
New York Office
United States Department of Education
Office for Civil Rights, 32 Old Slip 26th Floor,
New York, N.Y., 10005-25010;
Tel (646) 428-3800; Email: OCR.NewYork@ed.gov.
