Department Chair - Supply Chain and Logistics

Has responsibility for two or more programs campuses or academic initiatives. Manage all elements of the designated academic programs including enrollment management program administration instructional quality and human resource management ensuring coordination with academic and non-academic departments. Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the Colleges mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

I. INSTRUCTION

1. Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning and in accordance with college loading policy course objectives and program learning outcomes.

2. Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.

3. Maintain student records attendance grades and other documentation as required. Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal state and college safety standards and practices.

4. Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.

5. Use Learning Management System (e.g. IvyLearn) to facilitate teaching learning assessment and communication.

6. Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms labs and all learning environments.

II. RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS

Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff. Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students tutoring and other academic supports and referrals to appropriate college resources. Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2). Promote and assist in student recruitment retention and successful completion of programs including outreach to students by phone technology tools and other electronic means.

III . PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training time spent onsite in related business and industries and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study. Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus in fulfillment of annual performance plans and as required for certification and licensure. Stay current in contemporary pedagogy digital technology and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.

IV. COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH

Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the colleges relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/school/college. Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and school.

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT

Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces projects related to college and program accreditations and grant-related projects.

Support and engage with Workforce Alignment and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).

Attend commencement and participate as assigned by campus administration.

Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/school/faculty meetings.

Participate in career service and alumni activities.

Adhere to college and campus academic policies.

VI. ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT

Review and analyze program data as related to completion and retention. Determine and lead action steps positively impacting retention. Support development of student internships and other real-work experiences to support the curriculum and student experiential learning. Assure quality of discipline-specific dual credit courses within the local high schools. See ASOM 4.3 Credit Transfer Awarding/Dual Credit for listing of specific responsibilities. Create course schedules conducive to student learning and student access in consideration of the needs of Workforce Alignment; and maximizing utilization of existing classroom and laboratories.

VII. PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION

Complete annual Program Review which includes analysis of trend data and resources. As appropriate engage internally and externally with employers and other economic sector experts deans vice presidents and as a member of the statewide curriculum committee to ensure alignment of quality relevant and market-driven curriculum. Maintain office administrative hours in accordance with the faculty loading guidelines in ASOM 7.2 Faculty Job Descriptions and Loading. Coordinate program advisory committees and assure broad-based membership and participatory agendas.

5. If applicable oversee equipment purchases and maintenance and supplies for instructional laboratories.

VIII. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

1. Coordinate recruitment evaluation and development of full-time and adjunct faculty with Human Resources and the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs (or designee).

2. Review and respond to faculty staff and student issues.

The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

Benefits

Full-time benefits eligible position with no enrollment waiting period. Excellent benefit offerings including:

• Medical insurance dental insurance vision insurance life insurance spouse/child life insurance long-term disability short-term disability.

• Retirement plan with 10% employer contributions no match necessary and no waiting period for enrollment with a 2-year vesting period.

• Free Ivy Tech tuition for employee spouse and dependents up to fifteen (15) credit hours.

• For those pursuing higher degrees Tuition Reimbursement at other institutions.

• Eligible employer under the DOL Public Service loan forgiveness program.

• Opportunities for Professional Development.

• Eligible employer under the DOL Public Service student loan forgiveness program.

• Paid time off: faculty release days sick volunteer bereavement.

• Benefits-eligible Regular Faculty receive up to three (3) faculty release days during the nine (9) month academic year

We are looking for a candidate who is committed to an environment where team members feel valued respected and supported. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to a workplace culture that recognizes and appreciates varied perspectives backgrounds and experiences. We are seeking someone who is passionate about creating and maintaining a team dynamic that encourages open communication and mutual respect.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 as applicable to the specific area of instruction. Conducts all activities with an appreciation respect and promotion of diversity of people styles and views.

Supply Chain Management/Logistics Program Standard:

A qualified faculty member in Supply Chain Management/Logistics meets the program standard through one of four routes:

• Possesses an earned masters degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in logistics supply chain management manufacturing industrial engineering operations managementor a logistics-supply chain-related field as appropriate to the program; or
• Possesses an earned related or out-of-field masters degree from a regionally accredited institution with documented 18 post-secondary semester hours or equivalent of courses beyond the introductory principle(s) level in logistics manufacturing industrial engineering operations managementsupply chain management or a logistics-supply chain-related field as appropriate to the program; or
• Possesses an earned related or out-of-field masters degree from a regionally accredited institution with documentation in two or more of the following:
  • Professional supplychaincertification (national regional or state)
  • Two years of in-field professional employment
  • Documented evidence of teaching excellence including date of award
  • Documentation of research and publication in the field
  • Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelors degree equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework CEUs vendor or military; or
• Possesses an earned bachelors degree from a regionally accredited institution in logistics supply chain management manufacturing industrial engineering operations managementor a logistics-supply chain-related field as appropriate to the program with documentation in two or more of the following:
  • Professional certification (national regional or state) in the field
  • Two years of in-field professional employment
  • Documented evidence of teaching excellence including date of award
  • Documentation of research and publication in the field
  • Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelors degree equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework CEUs vendor or military.

Other Requirements:

• Transcripts and/or relevant certifications/licenses required at time of hire
• Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ethnicity national origin marital status religion sex gender sexual orientation gender identity disability age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the Colleges Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.