This is a full-time, academic year, tenure-track faculty position reporting to the Dean of Arts, Sciences, & Technologies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teach 24 hours (TLE) per academic year in Health Information Technology online lectures and labs. The Program Coordinator will receive 6 hours of release time per academic year to perform administrative duties related to Health Information Management.
Teach a range of ages from Dual Enrollment high school students to nontraditional, returning adults.
Recruit students from area high schools and from the community to make DSCC's program viable and competitive.
Flexibility to teach evenings/weekends and/or off-campus courses as needed (requires the use of personal vehicle).
Practice a learning-centered educational philosophy and redesign courses to include research- based learning strategies.
Develop web-enhanced courses for delivery in technology-enhanced classrooms/labs, online, or in a hybrid mode.
Develop cooperative education opportunities for students in the local community that provide capstone experiences for the program.
Revise and develop curriculum in cooperation with colleagues and select textbooks and e- textbooks in cooperation with colleagues.
Become certified in and fully use the course management system for all courses.
Coordinate assessment efforts for the courses in the department(s), ensuring that accreditation materials, academic audit reports, and program review documents are submitted to the appropriate administrators at the college by the deadline(s).
Provide leadership to the department in devising recruiting strategies.
Participate in professional development and maintain membership in an appropriate regional, state and/or national organization related to your teaching at DSCC.
Assist with the identification and mentoring of adjunct instructors.
Assist in the preparation of course schedules.
Advise students, maintain regular office hours, and participate in college life and committee work of the College.
Willingness to acquire software certifications as needed.
Assist in grant writing.
Actively communicate with colleagues and students using email, voice mail, text and other electronic means. Normally, responses are expected in no more than 72 hours.
Be trained and certified as a Master Advisor.
Prepares assigned TBR reports.
Represents the faculty, staff, and students of the Department within the Division and represents the College in the community.
Works with the faculty, the Dean, the Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Success and the Director of Admissions and Records to maintain articulation agreements with area high schools, technology centers, colleges and universities.
Works with the President, Vice President of Academic Affairs and Students Success, the Dean, and faculty to derive optimal benefit from advisory committees.
Serve on College standing and search committees as requested by the Dean.
Willingness to work with incarcerated students.
Perform other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Sedentary: Desk work; occasional travel may be required for college or program activities. Insignificant effort other than normal movement. Minimal Hazard/Exposure: Standard office settings. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Ability to communicate well in oral and written English.
* Actively communicate with colleagues using email and other electronic means.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution with the Registered Health Information Administration (RHIA) credential
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Teaching experience.
* Administrative experience.
* Master's Degree from a regionally accredited institution with Registered Health Information Administration (RHIA) credential.
Annual rate of pay is based on the highest degree attained and prior experience. Minimum is based on having a Bachelor's Degree and minimum experience. $41,670-$50,500
Dyersburg State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
Vacation and Sick Leave
14 paid holidays
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Retirement plans
Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants
Special Instructions to Applicants:
To be considered for this position applicant must submit an application, a resume, cover letter, and transcripts if applicable. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process; but official transcripts are required upon hire. You also must provide the contact information for a minimum of three (3) professional references.
Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
A completed satisfactory background check will be required before hire.
Dyersburg State Community College is a TBR and AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities.
