Part - Time Instructor, DOT Transportation - DWED - FY 2027
Job Description
Delivers high-quality instructional training to prepare students and industry professionals in public safety, infrastructure integrity, and regulatory compliance aligned with Nevada DOT, FMCSR, and OSHA standards. The instructor will teach proper vehicle inspection protocols, regulatory requirements, and safety compliance rather than performing field inspections directly.
Key Responsibilities
- Instruction & Curriculum Delivery: Teach commercial
vehicle, infrastructure, and operational safety compliance
according to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR),
OSHA, and DOT standards.
Required Knowledge & Certification Background
(Candidates must possess the experience or credentials necessary to instruct on the following DOT-aligned areas in Nevada)
- CVSA Inspector Knowledge: Ability to teach Commercial Vehicle
Safety Alliance (CVSA) safety inspection criteria.
- Nevada DOT Inspector Credentials (Level I-III): Expertise to
instruct on full vehicle, driver, and hazardous materials
inspection standards.
- Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Endorsement: Mastery of HazMat
compliance, placarding, and transport rules.
- NBIS Bridge Inspection: Familiarity with National Bridge
Inspection Standards (NBIS) to teach structural and bridge safety
awareness.
- OSHA Compliance: Authorization or ability to teach OSHA 10/30
safety basics.
- ELD & HOS Standards: Knowledge to instruct on Hours of
Service regulations and ELD verification practices.
- Optional Knowledge Areas: FAA airfield safety awareness or
rail/transit safety modules.
- Skills & Competencies
- Strong mastery of DOT, FMCSR, and OSHA regulations with the
ability to explain complex standards clearly.
- Knowledge of vehicle safety defects, structural violations, and
standard inspection tools/equipment.
- Proficiency in digital reporting tools used across the
transport industry.
- Strong classroom management, instructional delivery, and
conflict resolution skills.
Hourly Rate
$50.00 per hour
Exempt
Yes
Full-Time Equivalent
48.8%
Required Attachment(s)
To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents to your application:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- IDP Certification from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety
Administration (FMCSA)
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Posting Close Date
06/30/2027
Note to Applicant
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.
All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the closing date posted on the job announcement.
This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.
CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.
To apply, visit https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CSN-External/job/CSN---ALC---SatelliteLeased-Locations/Part---Time-Instructor--DOT-Transportation---DWED---FY-20277_R0152433
About Us
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