Mechanical Systems Technology Professional for Transportation Program

This is a NON-CLASSIFIED employment opportunity.  Visit the State of Colorado for Classified employment opportunities.   

The Mechanical Systems Technology Professional for Transportation Program supports the Division Program Manager within the Technical and Professional Studies Division by providing instructional and operational program support. Key responsibilities include purchasing, tools and supplies inventory management, automation inventory system manager, classroom and faculty support, and supervision of work-study students. This role also contributes to departmental organization, technology support, and semester preparation. Additionally, the position assists division leadership in managing facilities and equipment to maintain an effective learning environment. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor’s degree OR completed Associate’s degree from an accredited institution with two years of professional-level experience performing similar duties to those described for this position OR four years of professional-level experience performing similar duties to those described for this position.
• Experience in education
• Experience teaching or professional presentations to diverse audiences.

Professional level experience is defined by the Colorado Division of Human Resources: A position that involves the exercise of discretion, analytical skill, judgment, personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, or sharing an organized body of knowledge.  Colorado revised statute (C.R.S. 24-50-135(1) allows colleges to exempt positions from the State Personnel Classified System that are determined to be professional level work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completed Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience with project management and purchasing.
• Commitment to diversity in education.
• Strong organizational skills, including attention to detail and time management.

For full consideration, all application materials must be received by 4:00 p.m. on March 26, 2026.  Applications accepted until position is filled.  

Pikes Peak State College reserves the right to close the job posting once a sufficient applicant pool has been obtained.  

Must be a State of Colorado resident or able to relocate to Colorado prior to first date of employment.

Visa support is not available for this position.

Application Instructions:  Application must be submitted online.  Incomplete applications may not receive full consideration.  A complete application will include:

• Cover letter - Address the minimum and preferred qualifications in the order listed on the job announcement.
• Resume - Reflect experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.  
• Unofficial Transcripts - Unofficial transcripts for all degrees conferred.  Official transcripts are required if hired for the position.  
• Professional References - Provide names and contact information for three recent professional references who can address your expertise and background for this position.

This position may be eligible for a variety of employee benefits.  Pikes Peak State College participates in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) contribution rates.

Note: Prior submission of application materials will not be considered.

Essential Functions 

• Serve as college and program advocate in the community to facilitate the development of partnerships and support student success.
• Serve as the department's purchasing support liaison and inventory manager.
• Coordinate employer engagement and work-based learning activities.
• Support for the department’s automated tool system.
• Support faculty with instructional support.
• Assist with the coordination of course scheduling, lesson planning, and budgeting.
• Supervise lab assistants.
• Coordinate industry partnerships, internships, and assist w