Industrial Safety Instructor Workforce Solutions; Part-Time

Overview

Virginia Western Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System. This is a part-time Adjunct Faculty position in the Workforce Solutions department for an Industrial Safety Instructor. The instructor will perform technical instructional assignments and classroom preparation requiring knowledge of OSHA 10, OSHA 30, and the bridge between the two credentials. Adjunct faculty appointments are on an as-needed, course-by-course, semester basis.

• Deliver instruction in Industrial Safety topics, including OSHA 10 and OSHA 30, and bridge content between the two credentials.
• Perform classroom preparation and related instructional duties to support the program and the Workforce Solutions department.
• Contribute to course development, including syllabi and assessments, and adapt instruction for students with varying abilities and diverse backgrounds.
• Assist in other instructor-related duties as needed and may participate in special assignments.
• Support emergency declarations or state government needs as required.

• Must possess a current OSHA Authorized Construction and/or General Industry Outreach Trainer Card.
• Three years of Construction and/or General Industry safety-related experience.
• Five years of teaching/conducting OSHA Industry Outreach Training Program classes (10- and 30-hour classes).
• Safety & Training: 3 years (Required).
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; ability to write syllabi and exams; ability to develop learning strategies, curriculum and assessments; ability to work with a diverse student population.

• Associate’s degree in a Career and Technical Education field is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver instruction in classroom and lab environments and to achieve high student credential and institutional outcomes.

• Operation of a State Vehicle:
  No
• Supervises Employees:
  No
• Required Travel: N/A
• Posting Number:
• Recruitment Type:
  General Public - G
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Job Open Date: 02/03/2026
• Job Close Date: 02/02/2027
• Open Until Filled:
  Yes

Only online applications will be accepted. Submit a resume, cover letter, and transcripts of high school and college coursework. Official transcripts will be required of selected candidates. If transcripts are not attached to the online application, upload a document indicating they will be mailed. Materials submitted via non-online methods will not be considered. For more information, visit the Virginia Western Human Resources career openings page or contact HR.

Questions about the online application process:  or 857-7283.

Virginia Western is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action and Diversity employer. Reasonable accommodation is available upon request during the application, interviewing, and selection processes. ADA/ADA AA compliance and E-Verify requirements apply where applicable.