Faculty, Farrier Science and Business

Faculty, Farrier Science and Business

Salary : $50,000.00-$60,0000.00

I. Position Purpose

Under direct supervision of the Dean, School of Natural Resources and Public Safety and Director, Equine Science, the Faculty, Farrier Science & Business will perform the following functions : implementation of farrier instruction within curriculum to provide a hands-on real world educational experience; Develop income generation enterprises as real-life student learning laboratories; Assist in developing employment and internship opportunities for students; Participate in student recruitment; Engage in professional development; and Participate in

II. Program-Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides instruction of all Farrier and Blacksmith related courses within the Farrier Science & Business Program, meeting the educational needs and production levels set by the Dean of Natural Resources & Public Safety and the Director, Equine Sciences.
• Maintains hoof care of all horses within the college herd, working closely with the equine team and Veterinarian.
• Work in cooperation with Dean of Natural Resources & Public Safety and the Director, Equine Sciences for coordination of all on-site and off-site activities to ensure the operation meets budgetary and performance goals, including implementation and improvements to the operational strategy, personnel policy and management, and public relations.
• Assists the Dean of Natural Resources & Public Safety and the Director, Equine Sciences with capital improvements and maintenance activities for the Farrier building and its related facilities and equipment.
• Must be willing to assist in developing and delivering programs at Hocking College (examples : assist in developing student practicums and internships; developing and delivering national and international workshops and seminars).
• Develop income generation enterprises as real-life student learning laboratories
• Maintains current list of professional, regulatory, and operational contacts.
• Assists the Dean of Natural Resources & Public Safety and the Director, Equine Sciences, with the compilation of data when needed.
• Works closely with faculty of Equine Science Programs to provide hands-on real world educational experiences.
• Maintains all equipment related to the program such as Farrier trailer, farrier tools, forges, shoes and any other consumable items.
• Supervises activities of students in the performance of all farrier work.
• Works in cooperation with Dean of Natural Resources & Public Safety and the Director, Equine Sciences in ordering and purchasing of any necessary learning materials, equipment and tools.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

III. Position Duties and Responsibilities

o Develops, maintains and delivers relevant course material to ensure student employability upon program completion.

o Work with students and faculty to resolve conflicts.

o Drive student involvement in the advising process by maintaining sufficient advising hours compatible with student schedules; meeting with advisees regularly; advising students struggling with coursework; maintaining appropriate advisee files; directing students to appropriate department and College resources; maintaining confidentiality; evaluating graduation progress and completions.

o Keep track of student progress in cross disciplines and update student records. This requires working closely with many different offices throughout the College such as Admissions, Student Affairs, Financial Aid, etc.

o Communicate college policies and procedures to ensure they are followed.

o Represent the program to students, prospective students and other interested parties at recruiting events, on and off campus.

o Assist in working with Career Technical Centers and traditional secondary schools to develop articulation agreements and CCP oversight.

o Collaborate and provide programming for career / program exploration camps including summer camps.

o Collaborate to develop materials that promote the program (e.g., publications, web page, annual report).

o Responsible for identifying entrepreneurial ventures that are in alignment with curriculum and course outcomes, including but not limited to the development of non-credit bearing courses / trainings related to Farrier practices, equipment operation, and other related topics.

o Responsible for the care / maintenance of Farrier equipment, grounds, classrooms, surrounding buildings, and other related sites.

o Assists with purchasing, budgeting, staff, and programming at relevant facilities and field operations.

o Coordinates with faculty and staff within the college regarding use of the facilities.

o Responsible for identifying new and expanding existing programming opportunities; implements an outreach strategy designed to promote Hocking College natural resource programs and increase revenues; maintains a continuous program to research / pursue new business; conducts campaigns and activities for the marketing / promotion of facility use; develops pricing strategy; conducts / analyzes market research.

o Participates in department activities by working cooperatively with the natural resource staff and faculty to accomplish the goals of the department including but not limited to securing and maintaining program accreditation and certifications; share expertise and materials with other department members; work constructively to resolve individual and department concerns; actively participate in department meetings; follow department policies.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications - Education, Experience, and Skills

Reasonable accommodations may be requested and reviewed according to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Hocking College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, age, disability or military status in employment or the provision of services.

When contacted for an interview, an applicant who requires special accommodation due to a disability should notify the office at that time so proper arrangements can be made for the interview.

Salary : $50,000 - $600,000