Application Information:

Piedmont Technical College participates with the SC State Jobs recruitment system for permanent FTE positions. To apply for a permanent full-time equivalent position, you must go to the state website, www.jobs.sc.gov, search for Piedmont Technical College and apply on-line. Only on-line applications for vacancies listed on our website will be accepted. Vacancies will be listed here on our website as well as a complete listing at www.jobs.sc.gov. We no longer accept paper applications, emailed applications, or faxed applications for permanent vacancies. We emphasize that any application, other than those submitted on-line, will not be accepted, reviewed or responded to.

Application procedures for adjunct faculty and any other temporary contract positions require you to complete the State of SC Employment Application and submit it to Piedmont Technical College along with any other documents requested in the advertisement below. This is not an on-line process. You may complete the application on your computer and then you must print the application.

General Application Procedures

When qualified applicants are completing the State of SC Employment Application on-line at www.jobs.sc.gov for permanent FTE vacant positions, they must either cut and paste one document, or attach documents that include a cover letter and a current resume to the application. Transcripts will be required for faculty positions and you may include a scanned copy in the document that includes the cover letter and resume, to the on-line application. Or the original transcripts can be mailed to Human Resources, P.O. Box 1467, Greenwood, SC 29648. Transcripts mailed to PTC will be matched with an on-line application.

For adjunct faculty or any other temporary contract position qualified applicants must submit a cover letter indicating the position of interest, a current resume and a completed State of SC Employment Application to Human Resources, Piedmont Technical College, P.O. Box 1467, Greenwood, SC 29648.

In order to be considered for any vacancy, applicants must meet the minimum requirements of each job. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements will not be reviewed. All requested information must be received before the candidate's application will be reviewed. Resumes, letters or transcripts alone will not be accepted in lieu of applications. Applications will not be accepted after a deadline. AA/EOE

Permanent Job Openings at Piedmont Technical College:

Business Department Chairman/Head
State Class Code UD14
Vacancy # 10010

Piedmont Technical College invites applications for the position of Department Head of Business. The college is a public two-year college dedicated to successful student learning by providing multiple learning options. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and teaching courses in the Business Department to a diverse student body. Additional duties include student advisement, planning and delivery of courses, scheduling, supervising full and part-time faculty, community and college service, and professional development. A Master’s degree in Business or related field is required. Candidates with teaching experience preferred. Preference will be given to candidates based upon the following selection criteria:

1.  Teaching experience, especially at the community and technical college level.
2.  Relevant work experience and expertise in computer software used in the field. Internet and web site development experience would be helpful.
3.  Commitment to creating multiple learning options to serve a diverse student body with diverse learning styles and learning needs.
4.  Commitment to improving student learning by the integration of new technology and other innovative approaches to classroom instruction and curriculum design.
5.  Understanding and commitment to the educational philosophy of the public two-year technical/community college.
6.  Willingness to work within a flexible teaching schedule (i.e., day, evening) and at varied sites (i.e., on-campus, off campus).
7.  Willingness to participate in multiple-disciplinary instructional teams.   
8.  Commitment to interact with students outside the classroom setting as an instructor and an academic advisor.

Applications will be accepted through November 15, 2009 with an anticipated start date of January 4, 2010. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. In order to be considered for this vacancy, applicant must meet minimum requirements. Qualified applicants must apply online and attach a letter of interest, a current resume, and copies of transcripts to the State of SC Employment Application at www.jobs.sc.gov. Applicants selected for interview must provide official transcripts. All requested information must be received before candidate's application will be reviewed. Paper, faxed or e-mailed applications/resumes will not be accepted, reviewed or responded to. AA/EOE 

Welding Technology Instructor
State Class Code UG70
Vacancy # 10009

Piedmont Technical College invites applications for the position of full-time instructor for Welding Technology. The college is a public two-year college dedicated to successful student learning by providing multiple learning options. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Welding courses to a diverse student body. Additional duties include student advisement, industrial visits and consultation, scheduling and delivery of courses, community and college service, and professional development. This full-time position begins in the spring semester 2010. A bachelor’s degree in related discipline; or an associate’s degree and demonstrated competencies required. Teaching experience preferred. AWS certification and other welding certifications would be desirable. Five (5) years of work related experience required. Preference will be given to candidates based upon the following selection criteria:

1. Teaching experience, especially at the community and technical college level.
2. Relevant work experience and expertise in the Welding field.
3. Planning and leadership skills.
4. Commitment to improving student learning by the integration of new technology, learning styles, and other innovative approaches to classroom instruction and curriculum design.
5. Understanding and commitment to the educational philosophy of the public two-year technical/community college.
6. Willingness to work within a flexible teaching schedule (i.e., day, evening) and at varied sites (i.e., on-campus, off campus).
7. Willingness to participate in multiple-disciplinary instructional teams.
8. Commitment to interact with students outside the classroom setting as an instructor and an academic advisor.
9. Demonstration of various welding procedures and processes.

Position will be open until filled. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. In order to be considered for this vacancy, applicant must meet minimum requirements. Qualified applicants must apply online and attach a letter of interest (3 pages or less) describing how the applicant meets the stated selection criteria, a current resume, and copies of transcripts to the State of SC Employment Application at www.jobs.sc.gov. Applicants selected for interview must provide official transcripts. All requested information must be received before candidate’s application will be reviewed. Paper, faxed or emailed applications/resumes will not be accepted, reviewed or responded to. AA/EOE

PART-TIME FACULTY and TUTOR POSITIONS

Piedmont Technical College, a public two year college, is accepting applications for part time instructors to teach courses in the following areas at the Lex D. Walters Campus and/or our six county centers in Laurens, Newberry, Edgefield, Saluda, Abbeville, and McCormick during the day, evening and weekends.

American Government: Master’s degree in Political Science or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in political science required.

Biology: Master's degree in Biology or a master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Biology required.

English: Master's degree in English or a master's degree with 18 graduate hours in English required.

LPN's in Continuing ED: needed to assist with skills lab and clinical in the Nursing Assistant Program. Must have one year nursing home experience caring for the elderly or caring for the chronically ill of any age. Flexibility to work in multiple counties required. Contact Deborah Hoffman at 864-941-8426 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Maintenance Instructors: seeking part time, adjunct maintenance instructors to teach adults in the workplace. Must be knowledgeable in maintenance/maintenance theory, a skilled facilitator, and have maintenance experience. Curriculum development skills are a plus. E-mail your resume to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 864-941-8575.

Psychology: Master’s degree in Psychology or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in psychology required.

Sociology Instructor @ Laurens County Center: Master's degree in Sociology or a master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Sociology required.

Spanish: Master's degree in Spanish or a master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Spanish required.

Contining Education: Microsoft Applications, Web Design & Development, Adobe Applications, Digital Photography, AUTOCAD, Networking, QuickBooks, Programming (in various computer languages). Minimum associate degree required or five (5) years or more experience or certificate in respective field. Please submit to Vickie Baldwin.

Also in CE: Restaurant Management or Culinary instructors to teach ServSafe and ManageFirst Class, and qualified instructors to teach First Aid/CPR to pet owners. Minimum associate degree required or at least five (5) years experience in respective field.

Tutors in pharmacy technology and accounting and many other academic areas needed for part-time assistance at all campuses.

In order to be considered for these vacancies, applicant must meet minimum requirements. Only qualified applicants need apply and must submit a letter of interest, a current resume and a completed State of SC Employment Application with a copy of college transcript(s) to Human Resources, Piedmont Technical College, PO Box 1467, Greenwood, SC  29648. All requested information must be received. Applicants hired must provide official transcripts. AA/EOE

Pursuant to section 41-1-110 of the Code of Laws of S.C., as amended, the language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the college.

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