Director of Faculty Development

The Director of Faculty Development will provide leadership training and professional development for instructional faculty both full and parttime. This position will work in conjunction with the Director of Distance Learning instructional deans department chairs and faculty to promoting excellence in teaching and learning and student success through the development and implementation of dynamic professional development programs aligned with the colleges strategic priorities.

Salary: Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule C3 Grade I: $70955 $103055

Work Hours: Monday through Thursday 7:45 a.m. 5:15 p.m.; Friday 7:45 a.m. 11:45 a.m.

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

• Online application
• Current rsum
• 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.

1. Provide leadership coordination and planning for professional development for full and parttime faculty.
2. Coordinate with the VicePresident for Academic Affairs to establish implement and conduct a structured professional development program that includes new faculty onboarding and orientation.
3. Provide leadership and instruction in the Principles of Quality to all staff and faculty members and assist in the identification and completion of quality improvement projects within the College.
4. Work collaboratively with the Vice President for Academic Affairs and instructional deans to research plan write and implement academic policies and proceduresas well as coordinate collegewide teaching and learning initiativesfor the college that are based on nationally recognized best practices and improve the quality and delivery of academic programs and services.
5. Work closely with the Distance Learning Director in the development and of quality distance learning course offerings as well as the development and maintenance of educational technology platforms and tools to support facultyteaching excellenceand student learning.
6. Work closely with the instructional deans to onboard and assist new faculty in building a teaching portfolio for tenure recommendation.
7. Work with Academic Affairs to organize the faculty showcase for Honors Day the spring Teaching Learning and design Conference and Faculty Excellence Awards.
8. Maintain a system of verification of professional development activities to provide documentation for those individuals who maintain teacher certification.
9. Work in conjunction with the Dual Enrollment Coordinator to provide orientation training and evaluation of dual enrollment faculty.
10. Serve as an exofficio member of the Faculty Development Committee and the Staff Development Committee.
11. Work closely with the Office for Institutional Effectiveness and Research to ensure compliance with regional accreditation standards and guidelines.
12. Create and maintain a faculty repository of information and best practices for training and instructional purposes in Canvas.
13. Promote positive morale and ensure adequate internal/external communication.
14. Supervise assigned staff to include setting appropriate expectations and evaluating performance based on those expectations.
15. Perform other tasks as assigned by the VicePresident for Academic Affairs.

1. A minimum of a Masters degree from an accredited institution is required.
2. A minimum of five 5 years experience in teaching or instruction at the postsecondary level is required.
3. Documented familiarity in instructional design and/or instructional technology is required.

1. Experience in event planning;
2. Excellent oral and written communication skills;
3. Proficient computer usage;
4. Understanding of the Colleges mission and vision;
5. Confidence in decision making and communication skills;
6. Demonstrated experience with innovative curriculum/program;
7. Demonstrated experience in databased decisionmaking;
8. Demonstrated experience in the use of educational technology;
9. Demonstrated commitment to student success;
10. Knowledge of Federal and State policies and regulations;
11. Ability to read interpret and explain policies and procedures;
12. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students other employees and the public in a pleasant and effective manner;
13. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information;
14. Ability to work and communicate with a variety of people from diverse backgrounds including students parents college employees and the public;
15. Ability to handle various situations in a calm and professional manner;
16. Ability to multitask and prioritize issues;
17. Ability to operate in a professional manner at all times;
18. Ability to operate in a high pressure situation and respond to issues in a calm manner;
19. A focus on details;
20. A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to customer needs;
21. Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that learning;
22. Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet the needs of the office of Academic Affairs;
23. A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand.

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 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 EVerifysystem to verify employment eligibility for all newlyhired employees.

Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degreegranting 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 GAby callingor by using information available on SACSCOCs website . Specific questions regarding Calhouns educational programs admissions and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:


P.O. Box 2216
Decatur AL 35609