Faculty Learning & Development Program Director

Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) seeks to fill the position of Faculty Learning & Development Program Director.  The Faculty Learning & Development Program Director is located in the Digital Learning & Academic Support Center. This is a full-time position.   POSITION WILL BE OPENED UNTIL IT'S FILLED!  

REPORTS TO: 
Director of Digital Learning & Academic Support Center 
 
COMPENSATION: 
Anticipated starting salary will be commensurate with education and work experience.  For more information about Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC), visit http://www.mybrcc.edu/. 
 
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Applications for this position should include a cover letter, resume/CV, transcripts, and names of contact information for three (3) work-related references.  These documents must be attached to your application to be considered.  
 
***Incomplete applications will not be considered***
 
CONTACT INFORMATION: 
Office of Human Resources 
Baton Rouge Community College 
201 Community College Drive 
 Baton Rouge, LA 70806

RecruitTalent@mybrcc.edu

A criminal background check will be required of all selected applicants.  An offer of employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment background check.  
 

This organization participates in the E-Verify program.  For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS at (888) 464-4218.

BRCC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects the entire BRCC family.  We don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our students, and our institution.

Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability

As an executive branch state agency, the Baton Rouge Community College is required by La. R.S. 46:2597 to establish annual strategies and goals related to employment of individuals with disabilities. In order to effectively measure and report our progress to this end, La. R.S. 46:2597 requires us to ask employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all of our employees to update their information at least every five (5) years.  

Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so (if applicable). Your answer will be maintained confidentially. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way. For more information about this form or the Americans with Disabilities Act, visit the Office of the State Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator’s website at https://www.doa.la.gov/doa/office-of-state-ada-coordinator/.  

Minimum Qualifications: 

Required Education: 

• Bachelor's degree in education, Curriculum & Instruction, Instructional Design, Learning Experience Design

Required Experience: 

• Minimum three (3) years of experience developing and leading professional development in an educational setting

Substitution for the required education or experience. 

• Five (5) years of full-time teaching with digital learning experience may be substituted for the three (3) years' experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:  

• Understanding adult learning principles, instructional design, and pedagogical best practices (Advanced) 
• Ability to design, implement, and oversee comprehensive professional development programs (Advanced)
• Classroom teaching experience in a post-secondary institution (proficient) 
• Administrative experience in a higher education setting (Proficient) 
• Strong organizational and communication skills (Advanced) 
• Strong commitment to and understanding of issues affecting academic achievement and retention of students from diverse backgrounds (Advanced) 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, and administration (Advanced) 
• Knowledge of research, trends, and best practices relevant to student success (Proficient) 
• Knowledge of program assessment methods and tools to measure the effectiveness of professional development initiatives (Advanced) 
• Knowledge of computers and software relevant to the position (i.e., Microsoft Office, Canvas, Zoom, web-based tools) (Proficient)

The Faculty Learning and Development Program Director oversees the strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of professional development programs for faculty. This role focuses on enhancing teaching effectiveness, supporting digital and in-person instructional strategies, and fostering continuous professional growth. The Program Director collaborates with academic leadership to identify development needs, designs and delivers workshops and training, and ensures alignment with institutional goals. They play a pivotal role in promoting innovative practices, integrating technology into teaching, and cultivating a culture of academic excellence. This position works in collaboration with Digital Learning and Academic Support staff and College faculty and staff.

40% Professional Development Planning & Delivery 

• Develop a vision for faculty development aligned to BRCC’s Strategic Plan 
• Conduct and interpret needs assessments for faculty development 
• Design, implement, and assess faculty workshops, seminars, and training programs 
• Develop resources and tools to enhance teaching effectiveness and instructional strategies 
• Work closely with academic leadership, department heads, and faculty to identify development needed 
• Partner with campus units to align professional development initiatives with institutional goals
• Maintain strong communication channels with faculty and staff about available resources 
• Promote and support the integration of digital tools and instructional technology implementation 
• Lead initiatives and workshops to enhance online and hybrid instructional delivery 
• Plan and produce self-guided learning resources 
• Work collaboratively with the Director of Digital Learning & Academic Support Program, faculty, and staff to support student engagement 
• Contributes to the curation of a faculty development library 
• Maintain an active calendar of faculty development opportunities 

40% Leadership and Administrative Oversight

• Develop and implement a long-term professional development strategy that aligns with BRCC’s strategic plan and institutional strategies
• Establish guidelines for professional development activities, ensuring alignment with academic and operational standards 
• Oversee the budget for faculty development programs
• Supervise and mentor student workers supporting faculty development 
• Foster a collaborative and results oriented team 
• Coordinate workshops, training sessions, and other initiatives 
• Develop metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of professional development programs 
• Desegrated and analyze data acquired and provide reporting to supervisor and senior leadership 
• Build partnerships with internal stakeholders, external community partners, and industry leaders to directly impact faculty development efforts 
• Ensure faculty development initiatives meet accreditation standards and support compliance 
• Stay current of emerging trends in education, technology, and pedagogy to keep BRCC faculty at the forefront of teaching and learning practices

15% Student Academic Support 

• Facilitate and coordinate workshops on topics that are student driven to improve student retention and success 
• Analyze student performance metrics to identify high need support areas and provide targeted training, workshops, and support related initiatives 
• Develop systems to collect and analyze student feedback related to teaching and learning to inform faculty professional development

5% Other duties as assigned