Instructor – Mechatronics/PRODiG+ CC

Department:

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Salary/Hourly

$43,297.00 Annual

Union/position Status:

FFECC Teaching FT

Posting Closing Date:

November 13, 2025

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM the evening before the posting closing date.

Please note that the posting will close at midnight (12:00 AM) on the posting closing date.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Promoting Recruitment, Opportunity, Diversity, Inclusion and Growth Plus Community College (PRODiG+ CC) program is an initiative supported by SUNY system aiming to:

(1) Increase the number and share of excellent diverse community college faculty committed to advancing the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion by hiring qualified candidates directly into tenure-track positions to support the community colleges’ efforts to build an educated workforce in the state.

(2) Strengthen the pipeline for retention and support of these candidate. Candidates hired into a PRODiG+ CC role will receive additional faculty mentorship and professional development funds to support their professional growth.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

Faculty teach department courses and evaluate student performance pursuant to guidelines set by the department and the College. Faculty report to the Department Chair within the Academic Unit. Faculty are responsible for preparing lessons and student learning activities. 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 assigned courses

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

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:

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering is required.

Be eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship.

The successful candidate will demonstrate personal, academic, and/or work experience engaging with diversity, equity, and inclusion and/or a commitment to facilitating and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the campus community. Such experience may include, but is not limited to, an academic/scholarly track record focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion; work, volunteer/unpaid/community service; or related experience/expertise in serving underserved or vulnerable areas and/or populations

Minimum of 5+ year’s industrial experience is required.

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO:

Candidates who are SUNY students, alumni, and/or Fellows.

From a low-income background (e.g., Pell-eligible as undergraduates), were first generation college students whose parents who have not earned a bachelor’s degree), have overcome adversity, are AmeriCorps alumni or veterans.

The PRODiG+ CC Fellowship is open to any and all prospective candidates regardless of race, color national origin, or sex, and is consistent with all current governing federal and state nondiscrimination law. All Application submissions will be assessed and evaluated in accordance with the required eligibility criteria.

Please also submit an essay of 750 words or less in response to the following prompt: Please describe how you’ve engaged, facilitated, and/or enhanced diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the campus community. Examples could include personal, academic, and/or work experience and may include, but is not limited to, an academic/scholarly track record focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion; work, volunteer/unpaid/community service; or related experience/expertise in serving underserved or vulnerable areas and/or populations.

Please attach unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required for successful candidates within 30 days of hire.

Contact Human Resources at (716) 851-1840 with any questions.

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.

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.

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