Radiologic Technology Program Director / Instructor

The Radiologic Technology Program Director/Instructor is accountable for all aspects of the program, including the administration, planning, continuous review, development, and general effectiveness of the program as well as all duties as defined for full-time faculty. Responsibilities include meeting and maintaining program accreditation requirements, systematic review of program effectiveness in the didactic, laboratory, and clinical learning components, student recruitment, committee assignments, and serving as a liaison with regional health care facilities.

Responsibilities also include providing competent classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction in the area of credentialed expertise. Instructors must adhere to the general faculty guidelines as specified by the Calhoun Community College Personnel Handbook, the Vice President of Academic Affairs, and Alabama Community College System policy.

Salary: Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule D: $42,108– $94,363 (9 months)

An additional summer assignment may be available: $13,001 – $29,184 (3 months)

Qualifications

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the on-line application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:

• An on-line application
• Current résumé
• Copy of college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)
  
  

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.

Applicants must provide information from previous employers documenting full-time related work experience if an offer is made.

• Plans, administers, manages, and evaluates the Radiologic Technology Program in alignment with the Calhoun Community College mission, values and defined institutional goals.
• Serves as the instructional leader for the Radiologic Technology Program in the development, assessment, and revision of curricula, program outcomes, and student learning outcomes in collaboration with other faculty.
• Ensures the Radiologic Technology Program is in full compliance with requirements of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JCERT); is responsible for timely submission of annual reports and fees, and other continuing accreditation obligations.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with community partners including local workforce boards, healthcare agencies, the program advisory committee, business and industry leaders, and governmental agencies to ensure the needs of the community and students are being met.
• Provides leadership in the recruitment, employment, and evaluation of full time and adjunct program faculty including recommending faculty professional development needs to the Dean of the Health Sciences Division.
• Assist in the development of discipline-specific student learning outcome objectives.
• Assess student learning using multiple assessment strategies.
• Analyze and interpret data relative to student learning and provide feedback to the institution and students for the purpose of improving and expanding student learning.
• Reviews, maintains, evaluates, and submits proposals for the Radiologic Technology Program budget; directs appropriation of funds and expenditures relating to the program.
• Develops, implements, monitors and revises Radiologic Technology Program policies and procedures in collaboration with the Dean of Health Sciences Division.
• Develops marketing and promotional strategies for the Radiologic Technology Program.
• Works with the dean, faculty, and staff to resolve student issues and complaints incompliance with College policies and procedures.
• Oversees the acquisition and maintenance of clinical facilities written agreements in accordance with CCC policies and ensures compliance.
• Teaches at varied times and places and in varied formats based on student demand; day or evening, at all sites, including dual enrollment, traditional classroom, hybrid or web format, and distance education.
• Provides oversight of the student clinical learning component of curriculum plan.
• Provides competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise.
• Evaluates the progress of students in all classes according to institutional, divisional, departmental, and individual criteria.
• Collects, maintains, and submits accurate class records including grades, attendance rosters, absences, withdrawal, and/or class drop information to appropriate offices.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of materials used in academic administration when requested, including course syllabi, program outlines, and catalog material.
• Participates in scheduled in-service activities.
• Develops discipline-specific student learning outcome objectives.
• Ensures student learning is evaluated in didactic, laboratory, and clinical settings using multiple assessment strategies.
• Analyzes and interprets data relative to student learning and provides feedback to the institution and students for the purpose of improving and expanding student learning.
• Provides academic and career advice to students and promotes student leadership and enrichment experiences.
• Is prompt and punctual in reporting for work; maintains assigned office hours.
• Maintains current knowledge of the professional discipline and educational methodologies through continuing professional development.
• Provides advice to the administration on matters pertaining to the instructional program.
• Serves on committees engaged in furthering the work of the institution when appointed or elected.
• Becomes familiar with institutional policies and procedures as outlined in the College Catalog, Personnel Handbook, and Alabama Community College System Policy Manual; and follow such policies and procedures.
• Performs all duties with professionalism.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• A minimum of a Master's degree from an academic institution accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education is required.
• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification and registration in radiography is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years documented experience as an instructor in a JRCERT-accredited program is required.
• A minimum of three (3) years documented clinical experience in the professional discipline is required.
• Proficient in curriculum design, evaluation, instruction, program administration, and academic advising is required.
  
  

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments the following:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Demonstrated expertise in subject matter;
• Ability to conduct individual and small group instruction;
• Documented evidence in the proficient use of current educational technologies including internet, email, and computer software programs (e.g. Microsoft, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and the willingness to develop and teach web-based courses.
• Ability to learn new teaching pedagogy and new software is required;
• An understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of the community college system;
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment;
• Ability to work effectively with diverse students, other employees, and the public;
• Commitment to all students, including those of diverse ages, cultures, genders and ethnic backgrounds;
• Understanding of the broad range of students' abilities in an open-admissions college and the ability to accommodate varied learning styles;
• Successful problem solving skills;
• Conscientious about how work is done and the desire to do a good job;
• Initiative and a decisive response to downtime, seizing the opportunity to do other work;
• Attention to detail;
• A focus on friendliness and patience when responding to students;
• Readiness and desire to learn new things and apply that knowledge;
• Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet student needs;
• A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand;
• Confidence in decision-making and communication skills.
  
  

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

Background Check Statement

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form.Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verifysystem to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.

Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org). Specific questions regarding Calhoun's educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.

Applications May Be Filed Online At

http://www.calhoun.edu

P.O. Box 2216

Decatur, AL 35609

256-306-2590

256-306-2591

jobs@calhoun.edu