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Welding Academic Program Coordinator #2641

State of South Carolina

Trident Technical College

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

From $80,000

per year

Closes

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SES Pay Grade

Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900

Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This role involves managing the daily operations of a welding program at a technical college, including teaching classes, creating curriculum, evaluating instructors and students, and providing guidance to learners.

It's ideal for someone with hands-on welding experience who enjoys educating others and staying updated on industry changes.

A good fit would be a dedicated professional passionate about vocational training in skilled trades.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Technology or related field, OR Associate degree in Welding Technology, Mechanical or Industrial Technology, or related field
  • Minimum of three years of experience in welding
  • Preferred: Five years of related industry experience in welding
  • Acquire AWS CWI or CWE certification within two years of employment
  • Three years of formal welding training from a college, vocational, or military school (highly preferred)
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
  • Ability to perform welding performance tests in all processes to be taught and adapt to changing technology

Full Job Description

Under the supervision of the dean, the program coordinator is responsible for the daily operations of the assigned instructional program (s). The coordinator is responsible for teaching courses, designing and developing curriculum, evaluating adjunct personnel and student performance, and advising students.

Requirements


This position requires a bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Technology or related field OR an associate degree in Welding Technology, Mechanical or Industrial Technology or a related field. Must also have a minimum of three (3) years experience in Welding. Preferred applicants will have five (5) years of related industry experience in welding. Candidates will be required to acquire AWS CWI or CWE certifications within two (2) years as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

Three (3) years of formal welding training sufficient for skill development in a college or a vocational or military training school is highly preferred. Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills are required. Faculty must remain current in their discipline and show evidence of ongoing professional development. Qualified applicants must perform welding performance tests in all processes to be taught. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are essential. Candidate must be able to function in an environment characterized by continual change in information technology.

Additional Information

Applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. To fully evaluate qualifications, some positions may require submission of unofficial transcripts with the application.

Only complete applications are considered. For assistance, contact TTC Human Resources at 843.574.6201.

The position is open and filled with preference given to applicants who apply by January 30, 2026.Salary is commensurate with education and experience, with a minimum starting salary of $80,000.Faculty positions require the submission of related unofficial transcripts with the application and may include any required certifications.

Upon hire, Official transcripts/certifications are required.

Staff positions where a degree may be substituted for the related work experience must submit unofficial transcripts related to the position with the application and/or certifications.

Upon hire, Official transcripts/certifications are required.

Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded to the application, mailed to TTC Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed to 843.574.6682 or emailed in PDF format to Employment@tridenttech.edu by the deadline date and time.

Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will remove your application from further consideration.

Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 2/8/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/8/2026

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