Job Description Summary

The application deadline for this position is 11:59pm EST on July 10, 2026.

The Career and Technical Certificate (C.T.C.) in Diesel Systems Technology prepares students for employment or specialized training as a service technician. The program provides instruction on theory and operation through courses that are aligned with the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification areas. The program is built to prepare students for employment as bus, truck, and diesel engine mechanics, diesel mechanics helpers, mobile heavy equipment mechanics, construction equipment mechanics, and industrial truck mechanics.

Under general supervision, the Assistant Professor will develop, prepare, and teach a variety of coursework in the Diesel Program. This position will be housed at the Northwest campus but may be assigned to one of the College’s six educational centers throughout Alachua and Bradford counties. Candidates must have the flexibility to teach during the day, evening, or online, as well as taught using other distance learning formats. This position has a 9-month contract based on teaching 15 credit hours in the fall and 15 credit hours in the spring. Summer instructional opportunities may be available for additional compensation based upon departmental need.

The position’s salary is $50,303-$54,767 annually and is commensurate upon an individual’s qualifications. This position also qualifies for a $9,200 market adjustment approved annually by the Board of Trustees which is paid semi-monthly in equal increments during the contract period. As a full-time employee, the incumbent will receive many college paid benefits, including health and life insurance, retirement, sick and vacation leave, 20+ paid holidays, and tuition waivers for Santa Fe College and the University of Florida. 9-month faculty are not expected to work between the end of spring semester (early May) and the start of fall semester (mid-August) and may pursue other employment during this time without penalty.

Job Description

Responsibilities and duties include:

• Plans, organizes, and delivers instruction to didactic, laboratory and/or classroom settings to promote student success within a community college setting and that promotes subject mastery and success.
• Supports and promotes the college and departmental missions centered on excellence in teaching and learning through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, and timely service.
• Collaborates with faculty and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum and pedagogical methods that cultivates the mastery of course content.
• Demonstrates technological literacy and innovation in the delivery of instruction and incorporates real-world experiences into lessons and classroom discussions.
• Works collaboratively as part of a cohesive academic team.
• Participates in advisory board meetings, departmental meetings, and collegewide committees as needed.
• Assists with the implementation of college policies, objectives, and functions in accordance with the SF philosophy, mission, strategic initiatives, and procedures.
• Provides student with frequent, timely assessment and clear feedback regarding academic performance.
• Develops methods that fairly and accurately assess students’ progress in achieving the stated learning outcomes/objectives.
• Appropriately documents student progress and maintains records including attendance and achievement of learning outcomes.
• Submits supply and equipment purchase requests for program support of student learning.
• Maintains appropriate office hours proportionate to the instructional assignment.
• Provides service to the college through participation in events, committees, and other college activities.
• Complies with all published College Rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws/regulations governing public employees, including but not limited to those related to document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality.
• Strictly honors the privacy, security, and confidentiality of records and other sensitive information according to appropriate state, federal, and college regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Provides service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible, and professional engagement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Reports to: Chair, Construction and Technical Programs

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: ASE Master Medium Heavy Truck Diesel Technician Certification, demonstrated competencies in Diesel Technology, and at least four (4) years of work experience in the diesel technology field.

Additional Requirements: A criminal background check will be conducted.

Preferred: Prior teaching experience in a community college and/or university settings as well as familiarity with classroom technologies and productivity tools.