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TREC HVAC Limited Faculty
Lakewood, CO
| Type: | Full-Time |
| Posted: | 03/25/2026 |
| Application Due: | 04/27/2026 |
| Salary: | $65,000 - $84,000 per year |
Salary: $65,000.00 - $84,000.00 Annually
Location: Lakewood, CO
Job Number: 01118
Division: Academic Affairs & Workforce Innovation
Department: Construction, Electrical, HVAC, Skilled Trades
Closing Date: 4/27/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA Status: Exempt
To Apply
1. Resume 2. Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement. 3. Unofficial Transcripts
Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our Vision and Mission, which promote student achievement, staff empowerment, and community engagement. We live our values: Integrity, Collaboration, Learning, Inclusiveness, and Communication.
RRCC seeks applicants who understand and have first-hand experience working with diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, historically marginalized populations such as people of color, LGBTQ+ community members, veterans, first generation graduates, and people with disabilities.
Summary of Position
The TREC HVAC Limited Faculty position is a full-time, 9-month/ 166-day faculty position in AAWI. The faculty member is responsible for teaching 30 credit hours annually (generally 15 credits each fall and spring semester). Courses may be taught using both traditional and non-traditional delivery (e.g. hybrid, online, or accelerated); some weekend/evening, hybrid, and/or online teaching may be required. Other responsibilities include developing and evaluating curriculum; advising and retention activities; assessing student and program objectives; student learning assessment duties; serving on college committees; selecting texts; and attending departmental, and College meetings and functions. Faculty may need to teach at any RRCC campus and at a variety of times (days, evenings, and some weekends).
This position is grant-funded and contingent upon continued funding with an anticipated funding schedule of at least two years. The current funding cycle concludes at the end of each fiscal year, which runs from July 1 through June 30. Continued employment is contingent upon the renewal of grant funding.
The faculty member develops and evaluates curricula, ensures program alignment with community needs and regulatory requirements, participates in assessment activities, documents curriculum changes based on assessments, implements retention strategies, and integrates technology into coursework. Additional responsibilities involve maintaining office hours, assisting with departmental duties, providing academic advising to students, participating in college events, serving on committees, and representing the college in the community. Professional development is a key component of the role, with opportunities for growth to support both teaching and service functions aligned with the college's goals.
RRCC is committed creating a community of best practices in facilitating teaching, learning, and student success. As such, we seek faculty who will be engaged members of the college community through active service on committees, collaboration with colleagues, and who possess a commitment and passion to facilitating improved outcomes for students and communities the college serves.
Applicant Support Resources
Applicants interested in CTE faculty positions can access free resources to support the application and interview process. These resources include guidance on preparing resumes and cover letters, interview preparation, and teaching demonstrations. Resources are available at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/rrcc.
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
The following are some of the physical and cognitive demands commonly associated with this position.
Red Rocks Community College provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process and/or during the course of employment, please contact Jennifer Matthews, Executive Director of Human Resources, at (303) 914-6298 or Jennifer.Matthews@rrcc.edu.
Advertised Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $84,000 annually, commensurate with education and experience. This salary is based on 166 contract days. The projected start date for this position is August 1, 2026. This is a full-time, 9-month, FLSA exempt position. This position has been exempted from the State Classified System. Faculty may have the option to teach additional course overloads in accordance with college policies and procedures for additional compensation. This position is grant-funded and contingent upon continued funding with an anticipated funding schedule of at least two years. The current funding cycle concludes at the end of each fiscal year, which runs from July 1 through June 30. Continued employment is contingent upon the renewal of grant funding.
To Apply
All applicants must submit:
Visit our Careers website to submit your application.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact us at HR@rrcc.edu.
Notice to all Applicants
Red Rocks Community College and Colorado Community College System believes when all human qualities are regarded with dignity and respect and when everyone has access to the individualized support they need, all will have the opportunity to thrive. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business need without regard to sex, gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, familial status, veteran or military status, pregnancy status, marital status, religion, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Our Accommodations and Non-Discrimination policies, plus other helpful information, can be found publicly at https://www.rrcc.edu/disclaimers-and-legal-notices.
We also believe in going further. At RRCC we have a focus on equity and belonging. We strive to create a community in which everyone feels respected and valued for their unique talents and contributions, and where people from all backgrounds are able to achieve their goals. Red Rocks Community College acknowledges that inclusion and equity are multifaceted and complex concepts, and that our efforts in these areas will require innovation, intention, and an institutional commitment to these principles, across our entire college community.
Red Rocks Community College is an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). As we move toward full HSI status, we are focused on servingness and are committed to creating a learning environment where equity is expected and our Latinx students thrive.
For information regarding Red Rocks Community College Security, including Clery Act/Crime Statistics for the campuses and surrounding area, please visit: https://www.rrcc.edu/campus-police.
Location: Lakewood, CO
Job Number: 01118
Division: Academic Affairs & Workforce Innovation
Department: Construction, Electrical, HVAC, Skilled Trades
Closing Date: 4/27/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA Status: Exempt
To Apply
1. Resume 2. Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement. 3. Unofficial Transcripts
Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our Vision and Mission, which promote student achievement, staff empowerment, and community engagement. We live our values: Integrity, Collaboration, Learning, Inclusiveness, and Communication.
RRCC seeks applicants who understand and have first-hand experience working with diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, historically marginalized populations such as people of color, LGBTQ+ community members, veterans, first generation graduates, and people with disabilities.
Summary of Position
The TREC HVAC Limited Faculty position is a full-time, 9-month/ 166-day faculty position in AAWI. The faculty member is responsible for teaching 30 credit hours annually (generally 15 credits each fall and spring semester). Courses may be taught using both traditional and non-traditional delivery (e.g. hybrid, online, or accelerated); some weekend/evening, hybrid, and/or online teaching may be required. Other responsibilities include developing and evaluating curriculum; advising and retention activities; assessing student and program objectives; student learning assessment duties; serving on college committees; selecting texts; and attending departmental, and College meetings and functions. Faculty may need to teach at any RRCC campus and at a variety of times (days, evenings, and some weekends).
This position is grant-funded and contingent upon continued funding with an anticipated funding schedule of at least two years. The current funding cycle concludes at the end of each fiscal year, which runs from July 1 through June 30. Continued employment is contingent upon the renewal of grant funding.
The faculty member develops and evaluates curricula, ensures program alignment with community needs and regulatory requirements, participates in assessment activities, documents curriculum changes based on assessments, implements retention strategies, and integrates technology into coursework. Additional responsibilities involve maintaining office hours, assisting with departmental duties, providing academic advising to students, participating in college events, serving on committees, and representing the college in the community. Professional development is a key component of the role, with opportunities for growth to support both teaching and service functions aligned with the college's goals.
RRCC is committed creating a community of best practices in facilitating teaching, learning, and student success. As such, we seek faculty who will be engaged members of the college community through active service on committees, collaboration with colleagues, and who possess a commitment and passion to facilitating improved outcomes for students and communities the college serves.
Applicant Support Resources
Applicants interested in CTE faculty positions can access free resources to support the application and interview process. These resources include guidance on preparing resumes and cover letters, interview preparation, and teaching demonstrations. Resources are available at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/rrcc.
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to teach hands-on HVAC technical content
- Effective collaboration within diverse teams and contributions to a positive, professional work environment
- Demonstrated commitment to supporting students from diverse backgrounds and fostering inclusive learning environments
- Ability to collaborate in diverse teams while demonstrating respect for differing perspectives and fostering a positive work environment.
- Technology proficiency
- Effective communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution, organization, and time management skills.
- Journey worker knowledge of HVAC practices
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
- Associate degree in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, or related field
- OR Journeyman level HVAC experience (minimum four years).
- Experience teaching and/or training in various subjects within the discipline.
- Any applicable industry experience required for CTE credential.
- Industry experience in HVAC installation, service, troubleshooting and diagnostics.
- Qualifies for Colorado Postsecondary CTE credential including 4000 occupational hours within the last 7 years (2000 with bachelor's degree).
- Actively seek opportunities for professional growth by embracing challenges, learning from feedback, engaging in professional development, and applying new strategies to improve your practice.
- EPA 608 Universal Certification.
- NCCER Instructor Certification.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification.
- Experience with heat pump installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
- Community college teaching experience.
- Experience supporting diverse learners.
The following are some of the physical and cognitive demands commonly associated with this position.
- Occasionally moves, positions, and transports files and office materials weighing up to 10 lbs.
- This is largely a sedentary role. This position operates in an office environment and constantly uses a computer, and routinely uses standard office equipment including phones, copiers, etc.
- The person in this position constantly communicates with internal and external constituents and students. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Cognitive demands include comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, synthesizing, negotiating, communicating, instructing, and interpersonal skills.
Red Rocks Community College provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process and/or during the course of employment, please contact Jennifer Matthews, Executive Director of Human Resources, at (303) 914-6298 or Jennifer.Matthews@rrcc.edu.
Advertised Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $84,000 annually, commensurate with education and experience. This salary is based on 166 contract days. The projected start date for this position is August 1, 2026. This is a full-time, 9-month, FLSA exempt position. This position has been exempted from the State Classified System. Faculty may have the option to teach additional course overloads in accordance with college policies and procedures for additional compensation. This position is grant-funded and contingent upon continued funding with an anticipated funding schedule of at least two years. The current funding cycle concludes at the end of each fiscal year, which runs from July 1 through June 30. Continued employment is contingent upon the renewal of grant funding.
To Apply
All applicants must submit:
- Resume
- Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement.
- Unofficial Transcripts
Visit our Careers website to submit your application.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact us at HR@rrcc.edu.
Notice to all Applicants
- Final candidate will be subject to successful completion of a background check, and, if applicable, a motor vehicle record review.
- Former employees of the Colorado Community College System, or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in their application material.
- Final candidates are required to submit unofficial transcripts for non-instructional positions and official transcripts for instructional positions to Human Resources within thirty (30) days of hire.
- Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
- Red Rocks Community College participates in E-Verify.
- Red Rocks Community College is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
- All RRCC employees, except student employees, contribute to Colorado PERA at a fixed percentage of their earnings and do not contribute to Social Security.
- Finalist must be willing to make Colorado their primary workplace.
Red Rocks Community College and Colorado Community College System believes when all human qualities are regarded with dignity and respect and when everyone has access to the individualized support they need, all will have the opportunity to thrive. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business need without regard to sex, gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, familial status, veteran or military status, pregnancy status, marital status, religion, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Our Accommodations and Non-Discrimination policies, plus other helpful information, can be found publicly at https://www.rrcc.edu/disclaimers-and-legal-notices.
We also believe in going further. At RRCC we have a focus on equity and belonging. We strive to create a community in which everyone feels respected and valued for their unique talents and contributions, and where people from all backgrounds are able to achieve their goals. Red Rocks Community College acknowledges that inclusion and equity are multifaceted and complex concepts, and that our efforts in these areas will require innovation, intention, and an institutional commitment to these principles, across our entire college community.
Red Rocks Community College is an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). As we move toward full HSI status, we are focused on servingness and are committed to creating a learning environment where equity is expected and our Latinx students thrive.
For information regarding Red Rocks Community College Security, including Clery Act/Crime Statistics for the campuses and surrounding area, please visit: https://www.rrcc.edu/campus-police.
