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Walla Walla Community College
Adjunct Faculty POOL- Night Welding (2026-2027 Academic Year)
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What they do
A Blacksmith or Forge Worker hammers and forges bars, rods, ingots and plates of iron, steel or other metals, and draws wire to make and repair various kinds of tools, metal articles, pieces of equipment, and agricultural and related implements.
$44,550 / year median in Washington
-8% projected decline
Job Description
Adjunct Faculty POOL
- Night Welding (2026-2027 Academic Year)
Walla Walla Community College Salary:
See Position Description Job Type:
Part Time Job Number:
2026-1025NWELD Location:
Walla Walla, WA Department:
VPI/INSTRUCTION OFFICE
Closing:
Continuous Join our team to help inspire all students to discover their potential and achieve their goals by providing relevant, equitable, and innovative learning opportunities and services. Description Walla Walla Community College (WWCC) seeks to develop applicant pools for adjunct faculty to teach course offerings throughout the 2026-2027 academic year . WWCC offers opportunities for adjunct faculty to teach courses at all of our campuses: Walla Walla, Clarkston, Washington State Penitentiary, Coyote Ridge Corrections Center, as well as online/remotely (please see required qualifications for approved remote states). Part-time/temporary adjunct faculty positions offer flexible hours and the opportunity to assist a diverse group of adult students in achieving their educational goals. WWCC offers a wide range of opportunities in extended learning, dual-credit alternative high school, workplace learning, outreach learning, and personal enrichment programs. WWCC accepts applications for adjunct faculty positions on a continuous basis, though it does not necessarily imply that there are immediate openings. Applicants who meet the required minimum qualifications and submit a complete application with all required components will become part of the standing pool which the College will draw on as scheduling needs dictate. Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit materials at any time. Candidates who are qualified to teach multiple disciplines are encouraged to apply to each discipline's adjunct pool postings to ensure their application is considered. Applications will be reviewed months prior to the start of each quarter. 2026-2027 Quarter Dates Fall 2026: September 28- December 16 Winter 2027: January 5
- March 19 Spring 2027: March 31
- June 11 Summer 2027: Early July
Mid August NOTE:
The current pool remains in effect until June 30, 2027. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly by the interested Dean or lead, otherwise, your completed application will remain in the pool. About Walla Walla Community College At Walla Walla Community College, we inspire all students to discover their potential and achieve their goals by providing relevant, equitable, and innovative learning opportunities and services. As an organization, we value learning opportunities, a sense of community, diversity, health and humor, excellence, integrity, teamwork, innovation, personal and professional growth, and sustainability. WWCC strives to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, not only because diversity fuels excellence and innovation but because we want to pursue justice. We are all responsible for creating a safer, more inclusive environment. Walla Walla Community College campuses are located on the native lands of the Cayuse, Umatilla, and Walla Walla people and the Nez Perce tribe. Established in 1967, our attractive 130-acre main campus (Walla Walla) sits on the edge of Titus Creek with views of the Blue Mountains. Additional facilities, include programs at Washington State Penitentiary and Coyote Ridge Corrections Center, extend the College's footprint throughout its four-county district. The WWCC Clarkston campus, located in Clarkston, Washington, is the hub of educational activity in Asotin and Garfield counties. WWCC offers programs in Agriculture & Natural Resources, Arts, Humanities & Communications, Business & Consumer Services, Education & Social Sciences, Healthcare & Emergency Services, Manufacturing, Electrical & Transportation, Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM), Transitional Studies, Personal & Professional Development. At this time Walla Walla Community College enrolls more than 2,000 students each year: 51% are White, 23% Hispanic, 18% Multiracial, 2% Black/African America, 1% Asian, and1% American Indian or Alaska Native. Our College is an aspiring Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).Description:
The faculty and staff at WWCC are a dedicated and innovative group of people focused on student success. WWCC faculty members are professional educators with the primary responsibility of providing a quality education for all WWCC students. Faculty use a variety of strategies and technologies to reach the wide range of students enrolled at WWCC. We are seeking a creative and dynamic individual with appropriate academic training and/or work experience in the field. This position will be responsible for teaching night welding classes on the main campus of WWCC.General Responsibilities:
The faculty at WWCC are innovative and passionate professionals focused on student success. A successful candidate will also display the following traits: Pedagogy centered on student success. Commitment to serve the mission of the two-year college. Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. Desire to invest time and energy in professional growth and interdisciplinary pursuits. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Willingness to instruct evenings.Essential Responsibilities:
Adjunct faculty are expected to follow all applicable college policies and safety procedures while fulfilling instructional responsibilities. The adjunct instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction and supporting student learning within assigned course(s).Key responsibilities include:
Provide instruction in assigned welding classes to include: Oxyacetylene welding & cutting Shielded metal arc welding, all position; 6010, 7018 electrodes Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Both direct, and alternating currents Ferrous and Non-ferrous metals Gas Metal Arc Welding Both ferrous and non-ferrous metals, Flux Core Arc Welding Both dual shielded, and self-shielding wire Pipe welding applications GTAW pipe Welding SMAW pipe welding Oxyfuel welding and cutting of pipe Instruct the applications and uses of Plasma arc cutting Manual cutting of plate Semi-automated cutting of plate and pipe Automated cutting of plate Provide instruction in blue print reading Instruct fabrication Safe machine practices Machine operation Machine preventative maintenance Foster and promote a safe working environment, while ensuring safe and professional work ethics and practices. Incorporate current relevant technology into the welding curriculum. Maintain competency assessment records and student progress accountability measures as specified by American Welding Society (AWS) standards. Implementation of American Welding Society (AWS), Washington Association of Building Occupations (WABO) program/curriculum certification. Monitor and evaluate student progress. Ensure that classrooms, shop and equipment are maintained and in operational condition. Competencies Implement and practice diverse teaching and learning strategies understanding that students come with different educational preparedness. Design curriculum, assignments, and projects that align with course and college-wide learning outcomes. Develop student knowledge and mastery through consistent, timely formative and summative assessment. Design learning opportunities that recognize student diversity as well as foster a learning environment of inclusion and understanding. Ensure students have technological and digital literacy skills needed for success at university level academic institutions or professional-technical work occupations. Engage in continuous professional growth as well as participate in activities that promote the Walla Walla Community College's community and mission.Required Qualifications:
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered at the discretion of the college. For remote work, must reside in either WA, OR, ID, CA, IL, NE, NV, PA, or TX. A minimum of five (5) years of recent, paid, relevant journey-level work experience as a professional welder or three years beyond a degree or certification in welding. Experience in supervising support staff, technicians or student workers. Preferred Qualifications ASME, AWS or WABO welding certification. Current AWS CWI, or the ability to earn within the first year of employment. Associate of Arts and Sciences degree in welding and/or baccalaureate degree in Industrial Arts. Experience coordinating activities with other employees, supervisors, contractors and/or faculty members in related disciplines. Experience as an instructional trainer/teacher at the secondary or post-secondary level, industrial, union, and/or workplace setting. Experience in fabrication equipment including but not limited to the operation of CNC press brake, shear, CNC plasma, or CNC tube bending. Experience in drafting, blueprinting or design. Bilingual English/Spanish. You don't check every qualification listed? Please apply anyway! Studies have shown that traditionally marginalized communities- such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color
- are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification
- even if they might be a great fit for the role!
- TDD (509) 527-4412, email personnel@wwcc.