Position Description

This position is responsible for providing effective instruction for curriculum and assisting the division Dean and Department Head as the first-line manager.

Responsibilities and Duties (*Essential Functions)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.  

*Manages personnel, supplies, equipment, program facilities and budget
 
*Responsible for keeping the Department Head informed of the operation of the program
 
*Coordinates, plans, develops, implements, supervises, and evaluates program curriculum and courses
 
*Assigns all instructors classes, evaluates faculty credentials, and approves courses for full-time and adjunct faculty

*Evaluates instructors/employees in the program
 
Meets all the responsibilities and duties within the description of instructor for this program

Acts as advisor to curriculum students assigned
 
Participates in the resolution of faculty and student issues

Reviews full-time/adjunct faculty applications and makes recommendations

Leads and mentors instructors and adjuncts

Evaluates program needs and makes budget recommendations

Grades and returns student work in a timely manner

Constructs and teaches classroom materials that support the goals of the course

Designs curriculum and a schedule of instruction

Maintains regular office hours

Stays abreast of most current teaching methods and classroom technology

Uses assessment techniques to improve student learning outcomes and teaching methods

Serves on college, divisional, or department committees as needed

Attends professional development opportunities

Assists with establishing goals and objectives for the course, selecting textbooks and constructing a syllabus

Maintains communication with instructors from other divisions in order to keep courses up-to-date and appropriate

Participates in graduation exercises

Plans and conducts regular department meetings

Selects Advisory Committee members, plans and conducts Advisory Committee meetings and distributes meeting minutes

Completes an annual applied benchmark project on an individual or group basis

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to use a wide variety of teaching methods to promote learning

Ability to be innovative, creative, and motivated

Ability to exhibit good interpersonal skills and work well with others

Ability to maintain records accurately and be able to meet deadlines consistently

Good organizational skills

Knowledge of facility with technology and software, including computers and web-based resources such as Blackboard

Ability to perform normal duties with minimal supervision

Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal

Computer skills using basic functions of MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point, and Outlook

Demonstrates resourcefulness, initiative, enthusiasm, and a sincere interest in helping students reach their maximum potential