Job Details

Advanced Transportation and Logistics Tenure Track Instructor

Position Number: 6856402
Location: Santa Rosa, CA
Position Type: Vocational & Technical - Automotive Technology

Advanced Transportation and Logistics Tenure Track Instructor

Santa Rosa Junior College

Salary: $86,901.00 - $121,795.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time Contract Faculty

Job Number: 25-01533

Location: Santa Rosa, CA

Department: Industrial Trade Technology

Closing: 2/25/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

FILING DEADLINE

Position is open until filled. Initial application review deadline is February 25, 2026. Completed applications received by the application review deadline will be given priority consideration. It is the candidate's responsibility to be sure that ALL required materials, noted under the application procedures section of this job announcement are submitted.

RECRUITMENT TIMELINE
Application Review Deadline: February 25, 2026
First Round of Interviews: Week of April 13, 2026
Finalist Interviews: April 28, 2026
Start Date: August 17, 2026

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary Range: Yearly salary of $86,901.00 -$121,795.00 (25/26 Faculty Salary Schedule); Placement within this range is determined by teaching experience, other related professional experience, and academic degrees. Contracted salary is for 177 days per year (August through May) as specified in the All Faculty Association Contract, Article 8. AFA Contract - Articles
Fringe benefits: The District offers a competitive benefit package which includes health & welfare (medical/dental/vision/life/long-term disability) benefits for employees and eligible dependents. You can learn more on our Benefits page.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Santa Rosa Junior College is seeking an individual with demonstrated instructional skills to join an outstanding team of faculty and instructional administrators to provide high quality programs and services to our district, our community, and most importantly, our students. This is a full-time, regular contract position teaching Advanced Transportation and Logistics (see more info below) in the Industrial and Trade Technology Department at Santa Rosa Junior College, beginning Fall Semester, August 2026. Appointments are contingent upon funding and Board approval.

We are seeking equity-minded faculty who are committed to educating our diverse student population. SRJC supports equal access for all students and multi-ethnic global perspectives and cultural competencies. We value diversity that supports honesty and integrity in an environment of collegiality and mutual respect and compassion that includes civic engagement opportunities that contribute to real world problem solving and empathy to identify the challenges and address the needs of others. Candidates must have demonstrated instructional skills to join our outstanding team of faculty, staff and administrators to provide high quality programs and services to our district, our community, and most importantly to our students.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

SRJC's Industrial & Trade Technology Department includes four career education programs: Advanced Transportation and Logistics (ATL), Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AMT), Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR), and Welding Technology.

In 2024, Santa Rosa Junior College merged the Automotive Technologies Program (AUTO) and the Diesel Technologies Program (DET) and formed a new Advanced Transportation and Logistics Program, reflecting technological advances in the transportation sector such as vehicle electrification, alternative fuels, and advanced driver assistance systems. The Advanced Transportation and Logistics Program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience needed to excel in the rapidly evolving fields of automotive and medium-heavy duty truck technology. Through a comprehensive curriculum that integrates hands-on learning, cutting-edge industry practices, emerging vehicle technologies, and real-world problem-solving, the Advanced Transportation and Logistics Program prepares students for employment and long-term career growth as mechanics and technicians in this dynamic and rewarding industry.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

Provide excellent instruction and support to Advanced Transportation and Logistics (ATL) students, which may include evening, weekend, online or hybrid and/or off-campus assignments
Develop and revise curriculum to meet the evolving needs of the Advanced Transportation and Logistics program
Provide academic assistance and related services to students during scheduled office hours.
Participate in District or department service activities such as industry advisory committees, evaluations, student learning outcomes assessment, professional development, and hiring committees
Maintain currency in the Advanced Transportation and Logistics field
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications exactly as listed above for disciplines of interest, or they must file for equivalency (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) in order to be considered. Candidates who are requesting equivalency consideration are responsible for documenting all course work, degree programs and related professional experience at the time of application. Please also see the Equivalency Guide for Faculty Applicants (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader) and the Faculty Minimum Qualifications Self-Evaluation Checklist for more information. For questions regarding the equivalency process, please contact Human Resources.

Required Qualifications:

A Bachelor's degree AND two years of full-time (or part-time equivalent) related experience;

OR an Associate's degree AND six years of full-time (or part-time equivalent) related experience;

OR the equivalent;

OR a fully satisfied (Life) California Community College Instructor's Credential in An Industrial Trade (Automotive).

Additional Requirements:

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in A6, G1 and any additional ASE area of instruction per ASE Education Master training program standards (or the ability to renew or complete those before instructing a course).

Preferred Qualifications:
Additional ASE Certifications in Automotive or light duty technologies, ASE Areas A1-A8

Application Procedures

To be considered for this recruitment, applicants must provide the following:
1. A completed Santa Rosa Junior College/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application and responses to Agency-wide Questions.
2. Contact information (phone number and email address) for three professional references. One reference must be from a current or previous supervisor.3. A brief cover letter.
4. Current resume.
5. A 500-word response to the diversity prompt below:
Please provide two or three examples of your ideas and/or experiences in creating, modifying, and/or performing one or more of the following to meet the needs of a diverse student population:- Curricula;
- Learning activities;
- Teaching/counseling practices;
- Educational Resources;
- Training, background, coursework and/or professional development;
- Program Development
6. Copies of transcripts of all college-level coursework. Transcripts must state that the Degree(s) has been conferred or awarded.If transcripts are from an institution outside of the United States, applicant must provide a formal evaluation by a credential evaluation service accredited by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services of their international degree(s) at the time of application. For further details on SRJC requirements on Foreign Degrees, please see Foreign Degree Requirements.7. If you do not possess minimum qualifications as noted under the Minimum Qualifications Section above, you must complete and attach the Faculty Equivalency Application (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) and supporting documents, including narrative synopsis, to your employment application.
8. If applicable, copy of California Community College Credential (both sides).

PLEASE SUBMIT ONLY MATERIALS REQUESTED.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Successful applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Successful completion of background check including Live Scan and Tuberculosis (TB) assessment/screening.
If selected for the position, official transcripts must be submitted prior to employment.
Must be willing to work on-site as determined by the department (the Sonoma County Junior College District does not offer remote only' assignments).
Within 6 months of employment, must complete required District trainings on topics such as Sexual Harassment and Abusive Conduct Prevention, and Title IX.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sonoma County Junior College District will not sponsor any visa applications.
Applicants must be available for interviews at Santa Rosa Junior College at no cost to the District.
Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made to complete the selection process by contacting the Office of Human Resources directly at (707) 527-4954.
Clery Report: Crime awareness and security information are available from District Police. (Public Law 101-542). The Clery Report can be found here.
An applicant who attempts to contact individual Board members or members of the screening committee with the intent of influencing the decision of the committee or the Board, will be disqualified. General inquiries regarding the position and/or District employment should be directed to the Human Resources Department.

ABOUT THE SONOMA COUNTY JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT
Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC) is a public single college district located in Sonoma County, California and serves the County of Sonoma and portions of Marin and Mendocino counties. Sonoma County is rich in history, beauty, and culture and is an excellent choice for a place to live and work. The District is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community. The District prides itself on being an inclusive, diverse, and sustainable community that fosters the growth and development of its students, faculty, and staff. SRJC is a unique institution in a unique environment. SRJC serves approximately 22,000 students each semester and is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism, and accessibility.

Santa Rosa Junior College has been an integral part of the Sonoma County community and its rich history, beauty and culture for more than 100 years. The District has two campuses, located in Santa Rosa and Petaluma, California, two centers, a Public Safety Training Center located in Windsor, California, and the Robert Shone Agricultural Center located in Forestville, California, and SRJC Roseland in Southwest Santa Rosa. Students may choose from over 100 associate degree majors and certificate programs, complete courses toward the first two years of a bachelor's degree program or pursue courses for other professional or personal reasons.

Please see the following Online Resources to learn more about SRJC:

Non-Discrimination
The District is an equal opportunity employer. The policy of the District is to encourage applications from persons who are economically disadvantaged and individuals belonging to significantly underrepresented groups within the District's workforce, including ethnic and racial minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or political or organizational affiliation.

For more information about Title IX, please refer to District Board Policy 3433 and Administrative Procedure 3434, which outlines our commitment to proactive measures in preventing sexual harassment and ensuring a respectful and inclusive community for all.

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