Director, Program/Instructor, Truck Driver Training

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Director, Program/Instructor, Truck Driver Training

Location:

Jamestown, NC

Description:

# RPM The Program Director in collaboration with the Associate Vice President of Corporate and Continuing Education provides the vision and leadership required to realize the mission of the Truck Driver Training Program and the college at large. Primary administrative responsibilities include program development/management, budget development/management, maintaining regulatory requirements/external partnerships and providing operational supervision to full and part time faculty and staff in the department. Instructional responsibilities require extensive industry experience as a Class A (tractor trailer) in over the road ( OTR ) 48 state operation and the ability to teach students effectively in an instructional environment. The Program Director is a member of the full-time faculty and maintains a teaching load with some administrative release time to carry out duties. Duties/Functions Administrative Responsibilities Maintaining knowledge of/compliance with the North Carolina Community College System requirements and external programmatic regulatory requirements for assigned program. Continuously evaluates national, regional, and local workforce trends in the trucking field and in accordance with North Carolina Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Providing leadership to program curriculum development/revision including ensuring establishment of effective student learning outcomes and related assessment methods. Conducting and documenting bi-annual academic assessment process requirements in stated timelines. Contributing to the development of a data based, student centered schedule in collaboration with the AVP . Participating in the colleges hiring process for full and part time faculty; orienting new faculty to program policies. In coordination with the AVP , providing evaluative feedback to program faculty/staff regarding job performance. Developing and recommending teaching assignments for program faculty to the AVP . Conducting and documenting regular faculty meetings to ensure good communication. Supporting students through the academic program promoting retention and graduation. Developing and participating in program recruitment activities that promote enrollment. Participating in the resolution of student complaints in accordance with college policy. Preparing and/or reviewing course substitutions for submission to the AVP . Contributing to development, implementation and oversight of departmental budgets. Participating in the management and support of instructional spaces and equipment (i.e., technology needs, inventory control, etc.). Identifying/promoting professional development for faculty to ensure continued program relevancy and excellent teaching. Participating in program review and unit planning processes. Conducting and documenting program advisory committee meetings as required. Participating in the establishment and coordination of work-based learning sites (if applicable). Coordinating outreach and developing/maintaining relationships with industry-related personnel and employers; participating in professional organizations promoting advancement of the profession. Participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies. Participating in professional development opportunities to advance leadership skills. Tracking and facilitating mandatory GTCC trainings.TeachingPrepare and teach departmental courses to include: developing learner centered lesson plans employing teaching strategies and instructional materials for different learning styles incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population preparing, distributing, and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other devices as appropriate updating and revising curriculum to maintain currency and compliance with accreditation standards developing new courses as needed to support the instructional mission participating in the development and review of course and program/general education outcomes as appropriate developing, conducting, and documenting appropriate assessment of student learning in outcomes courses and programs/general education as appropriateProfessional DevelopmentMaintain a professional status that supports the instructional mission by: participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditationAdministrationProvide daily and ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment and student records to include: maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment providing for the security of facilities, equipment, and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditions maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor, Moodle) complying with all applicable college, state, and federal rules and regulationsStudent SupportProvide an environment conducive to student success to include: conducting recruiting activities providing academic advising promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success assisting students with the registration and graduation process referring students to campus and community resources when appropriateCollege ServiceSupport college-wide endeavors to include: collaboration with faculty and staff from other divisions/departments to promote communication, coordinate schedules, and support student success serving on department, division, and college committees participating in GTCC institutional initiatives collaborating with educational partners, business/industry and/or external agencies as appropriate to promote the instructional mission of GTCC supporting collegiality and teaching excellence by actively participating in the professional development of new and veteran faculty (e.g., mentoring and peer observation) participating in extracurricular student activities/clubs attending college professional development sessions, college/division/department meetings, graduation and convocation, as required Demonstrating and modeling the Colleges employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility, and teamwork.Additional Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain student records Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor Difficult Challenges Contacts Education Required - High School diploma or equivalency. - Current and valid NC Class A drivers license or ability to obtain license prior to start of class. Education Preferred -Associates degree or higher from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution. Experience Required -Four years of experience as a licensed operator of a motor vehicle with a current and clean driving record. -Three years of relevant industry experience as a Class A (tractor trailer) driver in over the road ( OTR ) 48 state operation in all types of weather and terrain. -One year as a driver trainer or a graduate from a truck driver training school. -Teaching and/or industry training experience in truck driver training topics in any of the following formats: teaching courses, training sessions including behind the wheel, conducting professional development workshops, and/or other continuing education seminars.-Experience with direct supervision of employees to include performance evaluation. Experience Preferred -Greater than three years of relevant industry experience as a Class A (tractor trailer) driver in over the road ( OTR ) 48 state operation in all types of weather and terrain. -Owner/Operator experience.-Greater than one year as a driver trainer.-Experience with NC Department of Transportation, state, and federal laws and regulations related to truck driver, driving safety and health practices.-Post-secondary teaching experience.-Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes-Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems KSA Required The Program Director shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its open door policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Director must be able to:1. Multi-task2. Respect Diversity3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment 5. Communicate effectively KSA Preferred Department/Job Specific Requirements Mandatory GTCC Trainings (upon initial hire and annual updates as required; other required trainings may be added as needed):1. Reporting Requirements2. Anti-Harassment3. Shooter on Campus4. Ethics and Social Responsibility5. Linking Student Learning Outcomes (within 30 days of hire)6. Moodle Certification (if teaching online or hybrid within 30 days of hire) Physical Demands 1. Daily hours vary and may include evenings and weekends. 2. Use technology according to industry standards. 3. Travel may be involved.Other:1. Criminal history checks, with acceptable results, are required. 2. No revocation or suspension of drivers license in the last five years.3. Not have convictions for moving violations totaling five or more points in the last three years. 4. No felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude within the last ten years.5. Successful completion of Department of Transportation ( DOT ) physical examination and drug test upon hire. Posting Type Faculty recblid 4aiubk8i1s6txsdlav3q0m28let4ou

Company:

Guilford Technical Community College

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