Job Description

Under the direction of the Academic Deans, the Academic Specialist is a twelve (12) month contracted full-time position. Academic Specialists will perform administrative responsibilities in Academic Affairs and student service that focus on student success initiatives and the College’s educational goals and priorities. Academic Specialists will also be permitted to teach academic subjects, evaluate staff including faculty and adjunct faculty, carry out administrative projects and programs, and advise students. Using predictive and learning analytics, Academic Specialists support the primary institutional mission of student success.

Characteristics, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Carries out administrative tasks and programs as assigned by Supervisor.
• Interviews and evaluates staff, including faculty and adjunct faculty for purposes including, but not limited to, hiring, retention, non-renewals and/or discipline.
• Provides assistance with hiring adjunct faculty, evaluating faculty and staffing.
• Maintains accurate student records.
• Uses data and analytics to improve student retention and completion outcomes.
• Advises students throughout their educational life cycle and provides discipline specific information.
• Supports students through tutoring and mentoring activities.
• Delivers instructional approaches that engage students and support student success.
• Provides classroom instruction up to 12 hours per week.
• Supports student learning outside of class by maintaining office hours.
• Designs, prepares and develops instructional materials.
• Develops and assesses courses under the supervision of the Dean.
• Demonstrates knowledge of modern technology and its use in the classroom.
• Assists with curriculum & assessment projects, division reports including, revisions, changes or updates
• Assists the Dean with budget activities, including the Perkins grant.
• Writes grants and participates in the administration of grant activities.
• Provides strong advocacy for the program.
• Participates in all commencement events.
• Represents the College at conferences and seminars, as needed.
• Participates in the College governance process.
• Exhibits regular, prompt attendance as an essential job responsibility.
• Conducts meetings as necessary for the effective functioning of the program, including any committee meetings.
• Provide administrative support to the Allied Sciences Division Office.
• Other duties as assigned.

Specialized Job Duties:

• Participates in the student recruitment and admissions process.
• Fosters instructor participation in staff development and training programs, as needed.
• Achieves and maintains CoARC standards and practice.
• Collaborates with Director of Clinical Education to manage student clinical experience and clinical instructors
• Interacts with Medical Director on a regular basis seeking input and medical direction.
• Maintains and monitors delivery of the clinical curriculum in coordination with program advisory committees and CoARC standards.
• Maintains appropriate and accessible inventories of training supplies and equipment.
• Ensures the safety and cleanliness of all classrooms, labs, and other departmental areas.
• Maintains adequate class sizes and student-to- instructor ratios through appropriate staffing and scheduling.
• Works effectively with other departments in the Division of Allied Sciences to maintain an overall environment that is conducive to learning.

Education Requirements
A Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE). An Associate in Science degree in Respiratory Therapy.

Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and current professional license as required by the state of New Jersey.

Experience
Experience working with a diverse population preferred.

A minimum of four (4) years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist; of which at least two (2) years must include experience in clinical respiratory care.

Must have a minimum of two (2) years-experience teaching in an accredited respiratory care program either as an appointed faculty member or as a clinical preceptor.

Competencies and Skills Required

• Understanding of and commitment to the mission of a comprehensive community college.
• Commitment to student success.
• Participatory leadership style; demonstrated creativity and flexibility in problem solving.
• Demonstrated commitment to academic excellence.
• Sensitivity to the educational and personal goals of a diverse student population.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize diverse teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal, administrative, and organizational skills.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This position’s duties are normally performed in a typical interior/residence work environment, based on the activity scheduled.
• Some physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
• Some travel is required.

Salary 65,000
Additional Information
Union County College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, religion, age, disability, handicap or other legally protected status in its provision of employment, education, and activities, or other services.

Union County College is an EEO/AAP Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled
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Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general nature and key features performed by various positions that share the same job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of all employees assigned to the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or re-assign duties to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other business reasons.
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We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes twenty medical plans to choose from including PPO, HMO and HD plans offered by BC/BS and Aetna, three dental plans including two PPOs and one DMO offered by Delta Dental of NJ, and a pension plan with seven investment carriers. We also offer twenty vacation days, ten paid holidays, and a ten week summer work schedule which allows the college to close on Fridays. Other additional benefits include gym privileges, tuition remission for credit and non-credit courses at Union County College, and tuition reimbursement for an approved degree program at an accredited college or university.

Terms of Employment
Flexible schedule to meet College needs. Some evening, weekends, and extended hours will be required. Ability and willingness to travel on short notice to all on and off-campus sites as needed by the College. Employee must establish primary residency in New Jersey within one year of appointment unless an exemption applies.

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