Instructor – Mechatronics HV-FAC-9985

leader in career and transfer preparation, workforce training initiatives, distance learning and service to a diverse population of students. Hudson Valley has an extension center in Malta, NY known as HVCC North and sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center in Troy, NY. With more than 80,000 alumni and nearly 1,000 employees, the college is a catalyst for educational opportunity and economic development in the Capital Region of New York State. Hudson Valley seeks experienced, dynamic, capable, creative and caring individuals who would like to join our Faculty team and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community. Teaching assignments may include weekend, evening, and online. To be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement. HVCC does not sponsor Visas. Applicants must currently hold an unrestricted employment authorization to work in the United States and appointment will be contingent upon completion of a background check. Applications are being accepted for the following vacancies for the Spring 2027 semester on the Faculty staff of Hudson Valley Community College, Troy, New York. Department: Applied Technology Instructor – Mechatronics HV-FAC-9985 Full Time Probationary Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years of documented hands-on experience working in automation, industrial maintenance, electrical/mechanical technology or related technical field. Associate’s degree in Mechatronics or related field from an accredited institution. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering. Experience teaching in a vocational classroom setting. Duties and/or Essential Responsibilities: • Provide instruction throughout the mechatronics program, creating engaging and relevant classroom and laboratory content which prepares learners to diagnose and repair basic and advanced automotive systems. • Evaluate student performance through the use of in-class and take-home assignments, as well as written examinations and hands-on evaluations. • Engage with industry partners to build pathways for student recruitment, retention and employment. • Participation in departmental, division wide, and college wide committees for the purpose of building community and fulfilling aspirations of professional development is encouraged and supported. • At the direction of the Department Chairperson, faculty shall perform duties as set forth in the Faculty Contract. The minimum salary for this position is $53,000 and faculty appointments may be at the instructor or assistant professor level, depending on qualifications and experience. This position includes benefits for 12 months but has a work obligation of a 10-month appointment (151 days), which reflects responsibilities during the fall and spring semesters. The annual assigned teaching load is between thirty (30) and thirty-three (33) contact hours, typically distributed as eighteen (18) contact hours in the fall semester and fifteen (15) contact hours in the spring semester. Teaching load may include evening, weekend and/or online assignments, and there may be potential for additional compensation through voluntary overload. Hudson Valley offers a full benefit package including Health Insurance, Dental and Eye Insurance, Retirement, employee and employee’s spouse and children free tuition waivers. HVCC also has a generous leave policy. If you’re employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you might be eligible for the PSLF Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans This is full-time, probationary appointment available beginning January 19, 2027. Please visit our Employment Opportunities page www.hvcc.edu/jobs to apply before the close date of November 29, 2026. Hudson Valley Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applicants from minorities and women veterans, and individuals with disabilities, and Bi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Hudson Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer