GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION

All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

An Associates degree in Cosmetology and a minimum of three (3) years of successful

full-time experience as a practitioner in the cosmetology field or teaching experience within the State of Mississippi. Hold a Cosmetology and Instructors License from the Mississippi Board of Cosmetology.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

Other duties may be assigned.

Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues legislation and best practices.

Teach assigned classes according to Board policies and the occupational competencies necessary for employment.

Issue students a course syllabus or policy letter at the beginning of the semester and objective sheets for each unit of the course during the semester.

Keep classes in session for the full scheduled time. (Classes identified in the schedule as independent study classes will meet according to the requirements of the instructor.)

Set aside sufficient time for student conferences guidance and tutorial assistance. (Minimum of 6 hours per week required)

Keep prompt up-to-date accurate records of attendance grades and other reports.

Work a minimum of 35 hours each week on campus during the fall and spring semesters and submit to department chairperson a monthly work record. ( Less than full-time contractual faculty work a proportional workweek.

Follow the required institutional process for recording student attendance and identifying no-shows in a timely manner.

Participate in the establishment and assessment of Student Learning Outcomes.

Attend general faculty division and departmental meetings.

Actively recruit students each semester an participate in recruitment events per the Office of Recruitment and the Dean of Career and Technical Education.

(Summer Fall Spring)

Participate in student/teacher and faculty/administrator evaluations and performance review conferences.

Meet reporting requirements of the State Office of Vocational Technical Education.

Develop a personal and professional improvement plan in those areas deemed necessary as a result of evaluations.

Serve on committees as appointed.

Participate in departmental meetings formulation execution and evaluations of departmental goals and objectives.

Cooperate in the execution of the college division and department policies.

Recommend budgetary items and submit appropriate documentation for ordering items to the Deans Office.

Review and select appropriate textbooks and instructional materials.

Participate in staff development activities professional associations presentations publications applied educational research consulting evaluations and similar activities that enhance the individual and the education profession.

Use teaching techniques that include the effective utilization of resources that motivate students to achieve their potential.

Maintain proper inventory on all equipment and tools assigned to the program.

Ensure that the program has an active Advisory Committee that meets each Fall and Spring.

Present a personal appearance in keeping with contemporary community standards for a professional person.

Maintain current credentials and certifications as required in the respective field through professional development workshops and trainings.

Perform other duties as assigned by the appropriate authority.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hand to finger handle or feel objects tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand walk sit taste and smell. The employee is frequently required to sit.

The employee is occasionally required to stand walk stoop kneel crouch or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and the employee is occasionally required to perform job responsibilities in the outdoors and off site.

We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths ideas and capabilities. We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions drive innovation and deliver better results.

Mission

Hinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose passion and profession.

Vision

Hinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.

Values

Hinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS:

• Integrity
• Diversity
• Excellence
• Accountability
• Leadership
• Stewardship

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX Education Amendments of 1972 of the Higher Education Act Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other applicable Federal and State Acts Hinds Community College offers equal education and employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin religion sex age disability or veteran status in its educational programs and activities. We recognize our responsibility to provide an open and welcoming environment that fosters a culture of diversity equity and inclusion for employees and students to collaboratively learn work and serve our communities.

The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these policies:

EEOC Compliance: The Office of Human Resources

Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: or Email: .

Title IX: Associate Vice President Student Services Title IX Coordinator

Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: or Email: .