Salary: See Position Description
Location : Birmingham, AL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 04698
College/Division: JSCC-201250-Physical Therapist Assistant
Opening Date: 06/13/2024
Closing Date: 6/28/2024 11:59 PM Central
Campus Location: Jefferson State Community College
Position Summary
Salary : Based on education and experience commensurate with Alabama Community College System Salary Schedule D1 ($59,778-$121,125). This is a twelve-month position.
This is a full-time position with administrative and teaching responsibilities for the Physical Therapist Assistant Program that includes all responsibilities of a full-time instructor and additional responsibilities related to the administration, and supervision of the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. This position will also supervise clinical learning experiences, evaluate student achievement, develop curriculum, formulate policies and procedures, and evaluate program effectiveness. This position reports to the Associate Dean of Health-Related Programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
In addition to those essential job functions defined in the Instructor Job Description, the Program Director, Physical Therapist Assistant Program must also fulfill the following job functions:
1. Develop and implement the Physical Therapist Assistant Program curriculum (traditional and hybrid tracks) within the guidelines of the division and college.
2. Develop policies regarding admission, progression, and graduation of students in the program with the approval of the Associate Dean of Health-Related Programs and/or the Dean of Instruction.
3. Develop advising materials and provide academic advising to pre-program and program students.
4. Supervise the admission of students to the program according to approved guidelines and admission criteria.
5. Work cooperatively with the PTA program Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education to develop and maintain contractual agreements and working relationships between the college and agencies utilized for clinical instruction.
6. Maintain program laboratories to provide a safe and effective learning environment.
7. Propose and coordinate the scheduling of program courses within division and college guidelines.
8. Maintain record keeping processes for students and graduates of the program according to college and division policies and within legal guidelines.
9. Evaluate records of students for completion of requirements for graduation from the program and for eligibility to apply to take the national physical therapy examination for physical therapist assistants.
10. Recommend members for appointment to the Program Advisory Committee and coordinate the activities of the Committee when appropriate.
11. Maintain open communication with the Associate Dean of Health-Related Programs and with other faculty and students in the program.
12. Identify operational unit priorities and propose an annual budget for the program.
13. Request purchase of up-to-date materials for the Learning Resource Center.
14. Maintain a quality Physical Therapist Assistant Program that meets the standards for approval by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association.
15. Evaluate the Physical Therapist Assistant Program at regular intervals, including completing annual program reviews, follow-up studies of graduates, self studies, and other reports to document program status.
16. Maintain professional credentials and participate in activities of professional organizations and in continuing education programs.
17. Work cooperatively with other faculty of other programs within the Health-Related Programs Division.
18. Maintain an adequate inventory of supplies needed for physical therapy labs/classes.

19. Serve on Division and College committees as requested.

20. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education : A minimum of a master's degree in physical therapy. Graduate of an accredited physical therapist program or deemed equivalent program required.
Experience : (a) A minimum of five years (or equivalent), full time, post-licensure experience that includes a minimum of three years (or equivalent) of full-time clinical experience within any United States district.
(b) Experience in classroom, lab, or clinical teaching.
(c) Experience in administration, management, and leadership. Experience derived from the clinic is acceptable.
(d) Professional development or education in all the following: educational theory and methodology, instructional design, student evaluation, and outcome assessment.
Licenses : Holds an active, unencumbered PT license in the state of Alabama and is in compliance with the practice act.
Application Procedures/Additional Information
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications required and must submit a complete application packet through the online application system in order to be considered for a position. Applicants who fail to submit all required information may be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. All application materials must be submitted through the online system. Paper documents will not be accepted by Human Resources. Please have ALL documents available for uploading at the time of application completion.
A complete application packet consists of the following:

• A completed Jefferson State Community College online application specific to this position
• Current resume
• Transcripts (unofficial copies will be accepted before the deadline but official transcripts must be on file prior to extension of an employment agreement to the successful candidate). Transcripts must include conferred or awarded date .
• Work experience verification* in writing from your current and/or previous employer(s) confirming the required level of experience as stated in the "Qualifications" section. Verification should include dates of employment, whether full time or part time, and position title(s). Upon request from the applicant, work experience verification from current employer only may be delayed until an official offer of employment. Request must be made in the form of a statement on a separate document. If applicant delays verification from current employer and it does not cover required level of experience as stated in the "Qualifications" section, verification from previous employer(s) is required. (For clarification, please contact Human Resources.)

*A work experience verification form can be found at Verification is the responsibility of the applicant. Verification must be completed by the employer and returned to the applicant for uploading with the online application. Do not return the paper form to Human Resources.
Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is complete. Once submitted, all applications become the property of Jeff State. Requests for copies of application materials, including transcripts, will be denied by the College.
The College reserves the right to fill the position within one year of the stated anticipated starting date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.
If you are applying for one or more positions, you must submit a separate application packet for each position.
In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.
Jefferson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.
All male applicants between the ages of 18-26 must provide proof of Selective Service Registration.
Jefferson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.
Jefferson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify us. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT:
www.jeffersonstate.edu
205.856.7764
205.856.8598
Sick Leave
All regular full-time instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is equivalent to 7 hours per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.
7 hours per month
(may accumulate an unlimited number)
Annual Leave
Not applicable
(off between terms)
Personal Leave
All regular full-time instructional staff earns up to five (5) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.
Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.
(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)
Professional Leave
Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.
Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday
National Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
15 (5 locally assigned)
Retirement
The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.
Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 12.59% (effective 10/01/22)
Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 11.44%(effective 10/01/22)
Law Enforcement Officers :
Tier I -Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 12.59%(effective 10/01/22)
Tier II - Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 11.44% (effective 10/01/22)
Health Insurance
PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit
Premium amounts:

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307

*Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.
Tobacco Usage Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.
Wellness Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.
If desired, employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.
Optional Coverage Plan Premiums

• Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
• Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50

Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10/01/18).
Duty Hours
( Hours vary by campus and instructional needs )
Tuition Assistance
This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.
Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:
1/3 waived after 1st year
2/3 waived after 2nd year
3/3 waived after 3rd year
Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.