Microelectronics Faculty, Program Chair
Ivy Tech Community College
- USA
- Permanent
- Full-time
**This is a federally funded grant position for the first year of operations with additional funding commitments to follow.Benefits start on 1st day, no waiting period.
We offer excellent benefit options (medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, spouse/child life insurance, LTD, STD, Identity Guard, etc.).
Employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (with the election of a consumer driven health plan).
Employer contribution of 10% towards a retirement plan. (Employee contribution not required).
Sick Time: 3.7 hours each pay (paid every two weeks).
9 Paid holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth National Independence Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day.
Winter recess: The College also observes an official closing of 4 standard work week days between the observed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day holidays. This is known as Winter Recess.
Semester breaks such as fall break, spring break and weeks between each semester.
Free tuition towards Ivy Tech classes for employee and qualifying dependents.
Professional Development opportunities.POSITION PURPOSE: Manage all elements of the designated academic program, 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 College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:I. INSTRUCTION1. 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 SUCCESS1. Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.2. 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.3. 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).4. 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 DEVELOPMENT1. 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.2. Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.3. Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.IV. COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH1. Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/school/college.2. Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and school.V. INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT1. 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.2. Support and engage with Workforce Alignment and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).3. Attend commencement and participate as assigned by campus administration.4. Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/school/faculty meetings.5. Participate in career service and alumni activities.6. Adhere to college and campus academic policies.VI. ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT1. Review and analyze program data as related to completion and retention.2. Determine and lead action steps positively impacting retention.3. Support development of student internships and other real-work experiences to support the curriculum and student experiential learning.4. 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.5. 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 ADMINISTRATION1. Complete annual Program Review, which includes analysis of trend data and resources.2. 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.3. Maintain office administrative hours in accordance with the faculty loading guidelines in ASOM 7.2 – Faculty Job Descriptions and Loading.4. 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 MANAGEMENT1. 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.Conducts all activities with an appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views. The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.A qualified faculty member meets all three of the following:Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in technology, engineering technology, engineering, or computer science; and Completed academic preparation appropriate to the program,and has one of the following:
- Professional certification in the field or
- Two years of directly related work experience.