About Us:

Founded in 1968 to meet the post-secondary and continuing education needs of Cecil County residents, Cecil College has been serving the community and shaping its future for more than 50 years. The College is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the governor. The College’s fifth president, Dr. Mary Way Bolt, reports directly to the Board of Trustees.

Cecil College is centrally located in Maryland’s most northeastern county, just one half mile from Interstate 95. It is easily accessible from Philadelphia and Baltimore, as well as from Wilmington, Delaware.

With a diverse student population, Cecil College enrolls approximately 2,500 credit students and 3,400 non-credit students. Cecil offers associate degrees, certificate programs and non-credit classes. Cecil offers a variety of associate degree and certificate programs.

Through its open admissions policy, Cecil College provides learning opportunities for all who have the desire and ability to benefit from its courses and programs, regardless of age, gender, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, or socioeconomic status.

Employees of Cecil College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, or the District of Columbia.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorships.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively teach skills related to courses in program module in the areas of classroom, simulator, and range/road activities.
• Prepare/submit accurate daily records and reports to the Program Coordinator.
• Monitor daily work performance (progress) of students, conduct evaluations, and prepare progress reports.
• Promote academic success by providing additional training/instruction as needed.
• Refer student issues to Lead Instructor and/or Program Coordinator.
• Ensure students understand the relationship between the skills they are learning and future job performance.
• Report needed repairs to Program Coordinator.
• Report any program or student problems to the Program Coordinator.
• Prepare and submit daily post trip reports.
• Other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator and/or Training Manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License.
• Minimum three years of experience as a commercial vehicle driver requiring a Class “A” license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• No points on driving record. No record of serious driving violations.
• No DUI or DWI or alcohol restrictions
• Position is subject to all state and federal regulations for CDL drivers including DOT physical and drug screen.
• Clear criminal background check
• Willing to conform to teaching methods and standards set by the program.
• Willing to wear program uniform & follow to program dress & appearance code.
• Meet all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) for commercial drivers.
• Good oral and written communications, organizational, and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Willing to work weekends and evenings as required.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

In addition to the DOT physical requirements, Instructors must be able to meet the following additional requirements:

• Climbing: Into and out of conventional tractor cabs and trailers.
• Pulling: Full strength vertically and horizontally to lift tractor hood and hook and unhook a trailer
• Standing: Up to 9 hours per day outside on asphalt/concrete surface in all types of weather conditions.
• Sitting: Up to 9 hours per day riding in a tractor trailer.
• Agility/Dexterity: Ability to quickly turn head and/or body to observe student driving situation. Ability to grab wheel and/or gear shift from the tractor passenger seat in an emergency situation.
• Math:Ability to record and accurately calculate grades, mileage, and student driving time. Ability to evaluate student calculations.
• English:Ability to read and write English. Ability to speak English understandably so that persons can clearly and easily understand directions.
• Speaking Ability: Ability speak distinctly and at sufficient volume to be heard by the student driver over the noise the noise of a running engine.

General Benefits:

Cecil College offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefit package offering medical, dental and vision coverage for employee and eligible dependents; generous annual, sick and personal leave; 19 paid holidays; tuition assistance and tuition waiver based on eligibility guidelines; opportunity to enroll in retirement accounts (403B or Maryland State Retirement System based on eligibility guidelines); voluntary retirement account with TIAA or Fidelity, employee paid short term disability, employer provided basic life insurance and accidental death insurance, and employee paid voluntary life insurance, access to Fitness Center, and library. For more information Employee Benefits | Cecil College

This is an non-exempt position (overtime eligible); Grade 108 (pay scale:$19.55-31.27). Based on the budget, the salary for the position will $27.00/hr. Applicants' initial salary placement is based on internal equity and relevant candidate experience.

Schedule: 37.5 hour work week; schedule Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday. Anticipated Start Date: January 2025.

Posted on 11/21/24. Position posted until filled

Based upon the budgeted hours of a position, contribution to the Maryland State Retirement Pension System may be required.

*We are committed to ensuring equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all hiring and employment practices. Cecil College will not discriminate against any individual by reason of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic status, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.