Southwestern Community College is currently accepting applications for the following positions. You can find application information on the How to Apply page. Check back for future job listings and career opportunities at SWCC.
Published June 22, 2026
LOCATION - CRESTON, IOWA
Individual will be responsible for ensuring educational program goals and compliance with IDOT, US Department of Transportation, and FMCSA standards. This role involves overseeing CDL, school bus, and motorcycle training programs, leading and maintaining curriculum development, scheduling classes, managing the budget, and evaluating instructors and student performance. Responsibilities also include recruiting and supervising instructors, maintaining program materials, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with regulatory agencies with an opportunity to become a certified examiner. The individual will provide direct instruction in courses as needed.
Published June 18, 2026
LOCATION - CRESTON, IOWA
Responsibilities include assisting the head coach with recruiting, skills development, practices, and all other facets of the program.
Qualifications include previous high school or collegiate level coaching experience and a minimum of an associate degree with a bachelor's degree preferred. Assistant coaching stipend is $4,500. Additional income opportunities for assistant coaches are possible through other jobs on campus. Applicants are encouraged to visit the website for more information about other job openings.
Published June 3, 2026
LOCATION - CRESTON, IOWA
Southwestern is seeking an adjunct instructor for Introduction to Sociology to be taught face-to-face at the Creston campus beginning August 2026.
Qualifications include a master’s degree in sociology or in a related field with a minimum of 12 graduate hours in sociology.
Published June 3, 2026
LOCATION - CRESTON, IOWA
Southwestern is seeking an adjunct instructor for Introduction to Criminal Justice to be taught face-to-face at the Creston campus beginning August 2026.
Qualifications include a master’s degree in criminal justice or in a related field with a minimum of 12 graduate hours in criminal justice.
Published June 3, 2026
LOCATION - CRESTON, IOWA
Southwestern Community College is looking for a student-centered, energetic professional that is excited about the opportunity to develop and grow new and existing student services programming. The director of assessment and student success will coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Assessment Center, serve as an academic advisor, and will coordinate the college’s new student orientation programs. The individual will also be responsible for assisting in the development of new student experiences that will enhance Southwestern’s campus and will contribute to increased recruitment, retention, and success rates.
Published April 30, 2026
LOCATION - CRESTON, IOWA
Individual will be working with participants in the Student Support Services Program and will be primarily responsible for providing academic and/or career advising; hiring, training and supervision of tutors/mentors and the work study budget associated with these students among other personnel essential duties. Work schedule will typically align with the college academic year; additional days will also be scheduled to help with student orientations and other needs as determined by the college.
Published April 30, 2026
LOCATION - CRESTON, IOWA
Individual will assist the early childhood program director (ECE) in fulfilling the goals and objective of the ECE Parents as Teachers program by providing family support and parent education to parents in the community.
Published April 30, 2026
LOCATION - CRESTON, IOWA
Responsible for recruiting students into the Student Support Services Program and will primarily be responsible for establishing eligibility of participants, and providing academic and/or career advising; planning student workshops and events; arranging campus visits for program participants among other essential duties. The ability to transport students to area colleges for transfer visits is required.
Published April 29, 2026
LOCATION: RED OAK, IOWA
Southwestern is seeking applications for a carpentry and building trades instructor for the Red Oak career academy program. The successful individual will be responsible for the overall supervision of the carpentry and building trades career academy program, which includes teaching a variety of courses and supervising the construction of a residential home. The teaching assignment will involve training students through classroom instruction, hands-on demonstration, and lab experiences. The successful candidate will also possess strong organizational and leadership skills, demonstrate cooperative teamwork ability, and be attentive to detail.
Published March 26, 2026
LOCATION: CRESTON, IOWA
Actively seeking a health occupations education instructor for Southwestern Business & Community Development department at the Creston campus.
Published March 6, 2026
LOCATION: RED OAK, IOWA
Actively seeking a health occupations adjunct instructor for Southwestern’s Nurse Assisting certificate program in Red Oak.
Published March 5, 2026
LOCATION: CRESTON, IOWA
Responsibilities include assisting the head coach with recruiting, skills development, practices, games, and all other facets of the program.
Published March 4, 2026
LOCATION - CRESTON, IOWA
Actively seeking a health occupations adjunct instructor for Southwestern’s nurse assisting certificate program at the Creston campus.
Published February 27, 2026
LOCATION: MOUNT AYR, IOWA
Southwestern is seeking applications for a full or part-time automotive repair technology instructor for the automotive repair technology career academy program in Mount Ayr. The successful individual will be responsible for classroom and lab instruction in a variety of automotive courses.
Published February 16, 2026
LOCATION - CRESTON, IOWA
Individual will be responsible for leading Southwestern Community College’s men's and women’s wrestling programs including the recruiting, coaching, and the overall direction of each program within the athletic department. The director’s primary role in the 2026-27 academic year will be recruiting to field a full team for the men’s and women’s programs for the following academic year. Roster numbers will be communicated through the athletic director and dean of student services. The director of wrestling programs will be responsible for directing a camp during the summer months and assisting with all Southwestern athletic fundraising activities.
Published January 13, 2026
LOCATION - CRESTON, IOWA
The student accounts specialist plays a pivotal role in supporting the financial operations of Southwestern Community College’s student accounts and billing functions. This position requires accuracy, compliance, and timely processing of tuition, fees, payments, and refunds. The student accounts specialist is a key contributor to the institution’s financial health and student experience by ensuring accounts are accurate, payments are processed promptly, delinquent accounts are monitored, and students get the support they need when student account questions arise.
Published October 15, 2025
LOCATION: CRESTON, IOWA
Individual(s) will be responsible for operating a public transit bus to service and transport passengers for Southwestern’s off-premise activities. The driver shall comply with all regulations and stipulations appropriate and specified by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
Published February 26, 2024
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