Adjunct, CNC, Engineering Technology

Salary: $41.37 HourlyLocation : Clear Springs - Advanced Technology CenterJob Type: Part-Time/TemporaryJob Number: 202600073Org: Engineering TechnologyOpening Date: 03/23/2026Closing Date: 4/30/2026 8:00 AM EasternPlease label all uploaded documents with your full name (for example: Jane_Doe_Resume). This helps ensure your materials are properly matched to your application.If you are a currently active Polk State College employee, please create an account using your polk.edu staff email address. Our HR system will not recognize you as an active employee. DescriptionReporting to the campus Dean of Workforce Education, the adjunct faculty member is an important part of our academic community. The primary role of this position is to provide college-level instruction and academic-related activities designed to encourage, support, and enable student success. Working closely with the campus Associate Dean of Academics and the Department Coordinator/Program Director, adjuncts are issued a part-time, temporary term-to-term assignment.Essential Functions/DutiesTeach courses in accordance with college and departmental policies and procedures, as well as Basic Course Information sheets.Prepare and submit timely grade reports and other reports on student performance as may be scheduled or required.Organize class activities and assignments, relating them to the overall learning outcomes of the course.Provide input and work with other faculty and staff to review, produce and/or select course-related materials.Typical QualificationsRequired Skills:Extensive knowledge of the subject area(s) in which the individual is responsible for instruction.Knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of effective communication and of effective instruction.Knowledge and understanding of the characteristics and challenges of community college students.Knowledge and understanding of principles of curriculum development.Working Conditions/Additional InformationThis position is a part-time on-campus position located at our campus. (Remote/hybrid options are not available.) Weekend and evening work may be required.Position may be required to work during college closures (such as winter/spring break and inclement weather closures).Reliable transportation is required for travel to campuses and centers. Possession of a valid Florida's Driver's License is required (or must be eligible to obtain a Florida's license within 30 days). REQUIRED EDUCATION:Master's degree in engineering, engineering technology, and industrial engineering field, with an expertise in CNC programming and operation, Computer-Aided Design and Additive Manufacturing.or Master's degree plus industry certification in NIMS CNC Milling and Lathe Programmer/Operation... Autodesk, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, and Mastercam. Plus 2 years' work experience in the field, Preferred experience with HAAS CNC machines and expertise in additive manufacturing. Teaching experience is preferred. Please note that positions may not be available at the current time. Candidates will be contacted as positions become available.Supplemental InformationSubmissions that do not include all parts of the following required information will not be considered: an electronic job application,cover letter,current vita/resume, andunofficial transcripts. Important InformationUpload unofficial transcripts when applying. If you need to request official transcripts, please have them sent directly to HR@polk.edu. Once opened or uploaded by you, they become unofficial.If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.Polk State College participates in E-Verify. Candidates must provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States. Polk State College does not provide visa sponsorship. To request Veteran's Preference, please be sure to upload all necessary documents (DD-214, etc.) to your application.Polk State College is a drug-free workplace.Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation is considered on a case-by-case basis. Employment visa sponsorship is unavailable for this position. Applicants requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., F-1 STEM OPT, H-1B, TN, J1, etc.) will not be considered.Reference checks, successful completion of a background check, and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position.Equal Opportunity Statement Polk State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs, activities, or employment. For information about the College's equal access and equal opportunity policies and procedures, or to file a complaint, please contact:Title IX Coordinator3425 Winter Lake RoadLakeland, FL 33803863.669.2903For additional information, visit We encourage applicants to provide feedback on their experience or request help at Careers@polk.eduThis position is not eligible for benefits.01 Are you over the age of 18? YesNo02 Are you currently authorized to work in the United States for any U.S. employer? YesNo03 Will you now or in the future require any type of employer sponsorship or immigration-related support to legally work for Polk State College? (This includes but is not limited to the following: H-1B, H-1B1, J-1, TN, E-3, O-1, F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT.) YesNo04 Are you currently in a period of F-1 CPT or OPT or seeking employment under one of these programs? YesNo05 Are you a United States Veteran or a qualifying family member seeking to use Veterans' Preference? (Please upload your DD-214 documents to your profile/application.) YesNo06 Are you a current employee at Polk State College? YesNo07 Are you bilingual? YesNo08 I am able to work 100% on campus and I do not require a remote or hybrid schedule. YesNo09 Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed? High School Diploma/GEDAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreeMaster's Degree + 18 graduate hoursDoctorate Degree10 Do you have a Master's Degree or higher in engineering, engineering technology, and industrial engineering field, with an expertise in CNC programming and operation, Computer-Aided Design, and Additive Manufacturing from a regionally accredited college or university? YesNo11 How many years of professional experience in CNC programming and operation, Computer-Aided Design, or Additive Manufacturing do you have? No experienceLess than 1 year of experience1 year but less than 2 years of experience2 years but less than 3 years experience3 years but less than 5 years experienceMore than 5 years experience12 Do you have a certification in NIMS CNC Milling and Lathe Programmer/Operation, Autodesk, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or Mastercam? YesNo13 How many total years of instructional/teaching experience do you have? None1-2 years2-3 years3-5 years5-10 years10+ years14 The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during the interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. Yes, I understand and agreeNo, I do not agreeRequired Question