Grand Rapids Community College is seeking candidates to teach courses within the discipline of Machine Tool/ CNC. Candidates should possess an interest in serving a comprehensive community college that enrolls a diverse student body ranging from dual enrolled (Early/Middle College) high school students to traditional certificate, degree, and bachelor's pathway transfer students and offers courses in multiple locations. GRCC faculty instruct and support students from a broad range of ages, cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. We seek applicants who are also committed to and effective in closing equity gaps; engaging in and developing innovative teaching strategies; assessing student learning outcomes; demonstrating a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development; and providing service to our students, the college, and our community at large.
Faculty members are responsible to GRCC and to each other for the successful completion of departmental work, as well as associated with the School of Workforce Training and GRCC as a whole. In addition to the major position responsibilities, it is expected that faculty demonstrate outstanding communication skills, collaborate effectively, use personal initiative to overcome obstacles and work efficiently to meet deadlines, and be committed to the ongoing systemic changes needed to ensure the increased recruitment, inclusion, retention, completion, and post-completion (transfer and career) outcomes of the GRCC student body's traditional, non-traditional, and historically underserved populations. In an environment where innovation is valued, each faculty member will take responsibility to perform their work in a manner consistent with GRCC's mission, vision, and values.
Grand Rapids Community College is seeking candidates to teach courses within the discipline of Machine Tool/ CNC. Candidates should possess an interest in serving a comprehensive community college that enrolls a diverse student body ranging from dual enrolled (Early/Middle College) high school students to traditional certificate, degree, and bachelor's pathway transfer students and offers courses in multiple locations. GRCC faculty instruct and support students from a broad range of ages, cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. We seek applicants who are also committed to and effective in closing equity gaps; engaging in and developing innovative teaching strategies; assessing student learning outcomes; demonstrating a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development; and providing service to our students, the college, and our community at large.
Faculty members are responsible to GRCC and to each other for the successful completion of departmental work as well as associated with the School of Workforce Training and GRCC as a whole. In addition to the major position responsibilities, it is expected that faculty demonstrate outstanding communication skills, collaborate effectively, use personal initiative to overcome obstacles and work efficiently to meet deadlines. GRCC faculty members share the College's commitment to the ongoing systemic changes needed to ensure the increased recruitment, inclusion, retention, completion, and post-completion (transfer and career) outcomes of the GRCC student body's traditional, non-traditional, and historically underserved populations. In an environment where innovation is valued, each faculty member will take responsibility to perform their work in a manner consistent with GRCC's mission, vision, and values.
Position Responsibilities:- Teach introductory-level course offerings in Machine Tool/ CNC. Additional classes that may be available to teach include various machining courses.
- The primary focus for community college faculty is teaching.
- Develop and implement teaching methods that employ interactive learning and integrate current instructional technology.
- Provide leadership and mentoring for adjuncts as needed or requested by the department.
- Participate fully as a member of the Job Training Department in activities such as department meetings, curriculum development, learning outcomes assessment, evaluation and revision of existing courses, student advising, committee membership, textbook selection, community outreach, and other duties as determined by the college.
- Engage in professional development activities and maintain expertise in the field of Machine Tool/ CNC.
- Complete yearly Faculty Performance Evaluations and meet all responsibilities of the Faculty Evaluation System as detailed in the Faculty Contract.
Requisition ID: 1199
Position Number: Department: Job Training
Employee Group: Faculty Association
Schedule: 40 hours per week/ 52 weeks per year (Fall, Winter, and Summer Semesters)
Start Date: January 4th, 2027
Compensation: Bachelor's Degree: $86,319 - $95,382. Master's Degree: $93,501 - $103,319. Final offers will be based on full-time college-level teaching and/or industry experience.
Benefits: Full-time
Reports to: Associate Dean, School of Workforce Training
Posting Opens: 11/06/2026
Posting Closes: 12/06/2026
Job SpecificationsEducational Credentials - Associate's degree in related field required. Candidates with an Associate's degree may be considered with the understanding that a Bachelor's degree must be achieved prior to receiving tenure.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
- Journeyman's level certification preferred
Work Experience - Two (2) years or more of private sector experience in manufacturing, engineering or other related field required.
- Experience operating manual and CNC machinery, including bandsaws, drill presses, vertical mills, engine lathes, grinders, 3-axis CNC mills, and CNC lathes required.
- Community college teaching experience or experience teaching adult learners preferred.
- Experience with, or willingness to learn, 4- and 5-axis CNC mills preferred.
Skills - Appropriate technology required to perform the duties of the position.
Physical Demands - Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
Mental Demands - Ability to demonstrate the acuity and discernment necessary to safely engage in the practice of Machine Tool as determined by professional standards of practice.
- An understanding of and appreciation for the community college philosophy and student
- population.
- An interest in working with diverse student populations who represent a wide range of age, ethnicity, national origin, and ability.
- Demonstrated initiative, and organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Working Conditions - Grand Rapids Community College is required to comply with the OSHA emergency temporary standard (ETS). Employees will either have to be vaccinated or comply with weekly testing requirements.
- Ability to work in a high traffic, indoor office environment.
Benefits - Health Coverage: Six health insurance plan options, including one with no health insurance premiums.
- Wellness Program: Access resources for physical and mental wellbeing, and an onsite gym membership.
- Continuous Learning: Career development and educational opportunities.
- Retirement Plans: Secure your future with our retirement options, including the state retirement plan or a 401A with a 12% employer contribution.
Method of ApplicationGRCC is only accepting online applications for this position at https://www.grcc.edu/jobs. Submit a cover letter resume, and unofficial transcripts for full consideration. The opportunity to apply for this position will close at the end of the day on the close date referenced at the top of this job posting. Individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Hiring ProcessGRCC makes data driven hiring decisions to help mitigate bias throughout the hiring process. As part of this process, candidates will participate in reference checks and interviews.
