Position Description
POSITION TITLE: Instructor in Charge
Public Policy and Administration
DEPARTMENT:
Baccalaureate Programs and University Partnerships SITE:
SEMINOLE
SALARY SCHEDULE: Instructional GRADE: N/A
BASIC FUNCTION:
Primary functions include assisting the
College in developing and maintaining a quality program of instruction,
providing service to the College and teaching and facilitating student
learning. Secondary functions include assisting
the Dean at the campus level, plans and direct a specific department,
discipline, and/or program.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
·
Teaches
undergraduate level courses in the public policy and administration major
· Promotes academic excellence in teaching, learning, and scholarship
· Provide counseling to students for advising, registration and curriculum support
· Fosters students motivation, learning and achievement
· Designs, analyzes, and improves the curriculum including online coursework according to state and national standards
· Assists Dean and campus Provost with management of campus equipment/materials, curriculum and resources.
·
Assists
the Dean in administering the attendance management system which includes
analysis of the PeopleSoft attendance reports for compliance with the college
attendance and withdrawal policy for students.
·
Assists
the Dean regarding budget matters for the specific campus.
·
Interviews,
recommends mentors and evaluates adjunct instructors within the specific department,
discipline, and/or program(s). in accordance with college rules, policies and
procedures
· Evaluates the public policy and administration curriculum and compares it to state and national standards
· Serves the college through any of the following: (a) committee membership, (b) curriculum development, (c) development of innovative instruction, (d) sponsorship of student organizations, (e) representation of the college in professionally related community activities, and (f) special projects.
· Maintains appropriate professional liaisons with local, state and national governmental and professional agencies
· Works flexible days/evening hours with willingness to travel to surrounding counties/campuses
·
Maintains
campus departmental office.
·
Performs
related duties required for the administration and management of the academic
program(s) as required or assigned by Dean, VP and/or President (includes
functions which may vary from one program to another such as internal and/or
external committees, seminars, accreditation etc. other functions determined
necessary for successful management of the program).
· Participates in grant writing and acquisition of external funding
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Master’s degree
with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline/subject
area required. Doctorate in public policy and/or administration or related
field strongly preferred. Consideration
will be given to PhD candidate that has an approved proposal and is expecting
to complete his/her PhD within one year
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Experience in
college/university teaching. Familiarity and experience with collaborative,
inclusionary programs is expected. Some experience in curriculum development or in a related
area, preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Demonstrated excellence in college-level
teaching as well as in oral and written communications. Computer skills that
include readiness for instruction in online or blended formats.
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