Job Description

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Durham, NC

Job Type

Full-Time Faculty

Job Number

25-26-00076

Division

Academics and Guided Career Pathways

Department

Electrical Systems Technology Program

Opening Date

12/12/2025

Closing Date

1/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

Description

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Do Great Things! Durham Technical Community College is hiring a Director/Instructor for Electrical Systems Technology & Clean Energy in Electrical Systems Technology Program. The Director/Instructor, Electrical Systems Technology and Clean Energy is primarily responsible for the programs' management, operation, and supervision aligned with the BEST Department's strategic direction, and the college's strategic plan. This includes planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluation specific program components services, personnel, and related activities. The director/instructor will work closely with the dean on matters related to and for the benefit of these programs. The director/instructor must possess knowledge and understanding of relevant disciplines, including Electrical Systems technology and Clean (Renewable) Energy.

Examples of Duties

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The responsibilities include but are not limited to planning, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of specific curriculum and continuing education program components, services, personnel, and related activities.Leadership + Provides oversight for the Electrical Systems Technology and Clean (Renewable) Energy Programs
+ Supports employer engagement and community -based initiatives in all programs in Building, Engineering, and Skilled Trades
+ Regularly examines program(s) and labor market data to achieve equitable outcomes in students Access, Completion, Graduation and Transfer/job placement.
+ Regularly examines program enrollment and implements strategies to increase enrollments proportionally while growing FTE
+ Identify, plan and schedule public classes to be held on the main campus and other Durham and Orange County campuses. Coordinate the class schedule with other site directors.
+ Supports or coordinates professional development activities for program faculty and staff aligned with the strategic direction of the Dean Building, Engineering, and Skilled Trades.
+ Explore funding opportunities and build capacity to expand programs for high demand high paying jobs in the region.
+ Develops, coordinates, and supports new initiatives. In this case, Clean (Renewable) Energy initiative incorporating new Advisory Board for Clean (Renewable) Energy.
+ Expand continuing education to curriculum options for equitable on-ramps to curriculum programs and off-ramps to living-wage work.
+ Initiate advertising and other promotional strategies for marketing public course offering to the public and to business and industry.
+ Supports active recruitment of students from underserved communities by engaging with K-12, community-based organizations, workforce development boards in Durham and Orange County etc.
+ Work with business, industry, and government training staff(s) to develop courses when needed.
+ Supports full integration of equipment and seamless pathways across Building, Engineering, and Skilled Trades program.
Management + Supports creation and management of all aspects of the hiring process to fill needed positions-interview and hire qualified instructors that meet the credential requirements to teach the course subject matter and, when applicable, the licensing agency.
+ Provide candidates with an effective orientation and in-service training.
+ Prepare the program budget, monitor the status of expenditures, and maintain necessary records.
+ Coordinates with all publishing representatives for affordable course material adoptions.
+ Ensure proper registration, recordkeeping procedures, and issue course credentials, if applicable
+ Supervise the development of training programs and materials by instructors
+ Maintain outlines and all evaluations of courses
+ Facilitate communications between the directors/department chairs, instructors, and staff at Durham Tech for course and program planning
Teaching and Learning + Develop annual goals, objectives, and strategies for continuous improvement of the programs offered and maintain awareness of current continuing education and training trends;
+ Monitor the results of course evaluations and provide appropriate feedback to instructors
+ Acquire suitable facilities for classes and support instruction with needed resources
+ Oversee continuous improvement in instruction, create new programming/services to support student achievement, and responsive to student and faculty concerns/issues
+ Support distribution and review all course materials
+ Monitor and coordinates the effective delivery of instruction within programs
+ Support innovative scheduling to build early momentum towards completion and credential attainment for all students.
+ Lead an active advisory board committee to inform curriculum and instructional technology, and increase WBL opportunities
+ Maintain a teaching load as established by the college within the range of 9-12 contact hours per semester, given the position
+ Maintain orderly and clean classroom and laboratory facilities, including storage rooms and assigned office.
+ Working knowledge of the business and industry communities within Durham and Orange counties
+ Personal qualities and work style to indicate capability with a team approach
+ Perform all other standard administrative requirements expected of and assigned to management staff, including committee assignments within and without the division, community and professional involvement, and other activities or functions
+ Perform other appropriate duties to adequately support Continuing Education and Curriculum areas as assigned by the dean, vice president/CAO, and the president



Other Duties + Represent the programs, the department, the division or the college in institutional assignments, community affairs, recruiting events, professional activities, and uphold such involvement among program members
+ Provide support and assistance to the Student Engagement, Development and
+ Support Staff in conducting student recruitment and registration, determining
+ admission requirements and procedures, orientation of new students, job placement of graduates, tracking of graduates, and other related activities; and,
+ Assume other appropriate responsibilities and perform additional tasks as assigned by the assistant dean, dean, the vice president/CAO and the president.
+ Develop, plan, and deliver curriculum on clean energy technologies (e.g., solar PV, wind, battery storage, EV charging infrastructure, energy auditing, etc.)
+ Teach courses related to:
+ Energy efficiency practices, Environmental regulations and policies
+ Building charging stations and sustainable construction
+ Provide hands-on training with tools, systems, and simulation software
+ Ensure student safety during lab and field work
+ Evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, and practical assessments
+ Stay current with developments in clean energy technologies and industry standards
+ Maintain industry certifications and encourage students to obtain theirs
+ Collaborate with local clean energy businesses for internships and job placement opportunities
+ Maintain training equipment and labs

Minimum Qualifications

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Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree (or higher) in Electrical Systems Technology, Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy or in a related field.

Work Experience:

At least two years of relevant work experience


Two years of teaching/training experience in industry, secondary, or post-secondary settings.


Three years of current continuing education or curriculum program supervision,


Three years of supervisor experience of full-time professional staff/faculty in a diverse and collegial environment is highly preferred.

Preferred Credentials if applicable:

NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners) Certification OSHA 10/30 Certification NC3 Fundamentals of Electricity: DC NC3 Fundamentals of Electricity: AC EVSE Technician Certification

Supplemental Information

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Ability to supervise full-time professional staff/faculty in a diverse and collegial environment Evidence of strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and effective oral and written communication/public relation skills within the electrical and renewable energy environment. Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Ability to think creatively and put ideas into action. Ability to make presentations to large audiences and promote programs. Excellent computer skills as evidenced by experience with at least one data analysis/business intelligence software product (such as SAS, SPSS, Informer 5) and competence with Microsoft Office products, including Excel and Word. Personal integrity, honesty, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Understanding of the mission, goals, and objectives of a community college

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The physical and mental demands described as follows are representative of those that must be met by an employee in performing the essential functions of this job:Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time. Ability to lift, at times, 10 lbs. Good eye/hand dexterity.

Normal Working Hours:

A minimum of a 40-hour work week as determined with the supervisor to allow the employee to fulfill the assigned duties and responsibilities, including occasional evening and weekend hours. Summer schedules may vary to enable four-day or four-and-one-half-day work weeks. This position is a twelve (12) month position. As a 12-month employee classified as Program Director or Chair, the expectation continues to be 9-12 contact hours per academic semester (Fall, Spring and Summer).