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Assistant Professor, Community Health and Leadership

Job Description

Position Title

Assistant Professor, Community Health and Leadership

Open Internally or Externally

External

If faculty, tenure track status

Tenure Track

Reports to (title)

Assocate Dean of Allied Health

Department

Div. of Allied Health (School of Health Sciences)-2H1

Requisition Number

F23TT06

Position Type

Replacement

Job Category

Faculty

FT/PT

Full-time

Starting Salary

Commensurate with experience

Job Open Date

05/02/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Priority Review Date

06/05/2023

Job Summary

We don’t just state our values; we live them through dedicated, collective effort. Our values ground our future endeavors and help us realize our mission of being an open-access, comprehensive community college committed to the transfer education and workforce needs of our students. Click here for more information: SLCC Mission and Values:

Salt Lake Community College has an exciting opportunity for a tenure track Full-Time Faculty position with Program Coordinator responsibilities in the Community Health and Leadership Program (CHL). This faculty member will focus on coordinating and enhancing the CHL program initiatives including: designing training materials, instruction, coordinating CHL assessments, participating in marketing and college service requirements, and representing CHL initiatives internally and externally. The selected candidate will work closely with the Associate Dean and collaborate with other departments throughout the school.

This faculty member will be responsible for the implementation of curriculum as an instrument of teaching and assessment. This includes responsibilities in curricular development, innovation, and integrating pedagogy into the new CHL program. This faculty will be responsible for creating novel assignments and course design work that supports continuing program development.
Salt Lake Community College seeks to attract an active, culturally and academically diverse
faculty of the highest caliber, skilled in the scholarship of teaching, discovery, application, and
integration of knowledge. This faculty will participate in professional communities and collaborate with colleagues and join a vital and innovative department whose members are reflective practitioners and knowledgeable teachers in their respective fields. The new hire will join with the current faculty to actively serve our students in successfully obtaining the skills and knowledge needed to be successful in their careers.

Faculty in School of Health Sciences are expected to maintain professional relationships with colleagues and

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

TEACHING
· Work closely with department peers and administrator to understand processes and procedures that lead to becoming a successful teacher and contributing member of the academic unit.
· Maintain regular office hours and be available to provide help for students (5 hours per week in the office/online).
· Provide each student with a course syllabus, timely feedback, accurate schedule (including maintaining office hours), and other material as needed for course and/or program success.
· Make yourself available to teach courses at a time directed by the academic needs of the program and availability of staffing pool.
· Assist in maintaining a safe and mutually respectful instructional environment.
· Participate in curriculum development/review and the assessment of student learning outcomes within the programs. Provide input and recommendations for process improvements.
· Actively participate in the completion of self-study materials for CODA and Northwest Regional accreditation as assigned by the program director.
· Exhibit critical thinking skills by anticipating problems and developing potential solutions for program director approval.
· Participate in the use of instructional technology including the use of computers and multimedia in lectures, laboratories, and distance learning environments.
· Conduct a variety of appropriate evaluations of student performance and provide appropriate and timely feedback for all assignments in a timely fashion, per department standards.
· Maintain student attendance records (for Financial Aid purposes) and grades.
· Inform students of progress-to-date periodically. Assign and submit grades by published deadlines.
· Handle/respond to student concerns/complaints and respond to student communications and inquiries promptly (generally within 1?2 days.)
· Participate in the tenure process including competing service and professional development duties and completing an annual ePortfolio.
· Provide ADA accommodations as requested.

Program Coordinator**
· Will work under the general oversight of the Associate Dean and collaborate closely with their supervisor to ensure program success.
· Provide leadership, coordination, and professional contributions to the Program, Division, School, and College. Reviews and provides first-level management for program budget and staff.
· Assist in the management of operational processes and procedures such as teaching assignments, faculty loads, class and room schedules, class changes, etc.
· Assist in the preparation of appropriate college documents such as catalogs, handbooks, brochures, etc.
· Develop and maintain articulation agreements with local universities.
· Assist new and continuing students in an advisement capacity on courses and programs.
· Develop and implement strategies to enhance the quality and effectiveness of courses including curriculum development and review.
· Maintain necessary records such as program enrollment, class enrollments, student grades, and all related documentation.
· Demonstrate an ability to be creative in planning and implementing the CHL program and course objectives.
· Appointed at the discretion of the Academic Administration.

Professional Development
· Attend regularly scheduled departmental, divisional, and committee meetings and workshops.
· Complete required training and participates in professional development.
· Attend Convocation, Commencement, and other institutional meetings.
· Maintain an in-depth understanding in the chosen field which includes participation in professional development and maintenance of valid training status per Salt Lake Community College policies.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties Continued

Other Duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) in Health Administration, Public Health, or related field.
· A minimum of 2-years’ experience in Health Administration, Public Health, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

· Master’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) in Health Administration, Public Health, or a related field.
· 5 years experience in Health Administration, Public Health, or related field.
· 2 years teaching experience in a post-secondary USDE-accredited institution.
· Experience in curriculum development, focusing on content delivery and assessment methods.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

· A breadth of knowledge in the healthcare field, specifically health administration and/or public and community health.
· Technologically literate, adaptive, and innovative in the use of a variety of modern teaching technologies including the use of computers and multi-media in lectures, laboratories, and distance learning environments.
· The ability to employ instructional technology appropriately both in the classroom and as a tool for distance learning.
· Has a working knowledge of technology common in the Health Administration/Public Health field and is able to provide instruction using these technologies.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
· Knowledge of and experience with content development and learning outcomes assessment.
· Comfortable presenting to groups.
· Knows and enforces pertinent institutional and federal regulations, including but not limited to: FERPA, DRC, and institutional policies.
· Has excellent oral and written communication skills.
· Has the ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of diverse people, cultures, ethnic backgrounds, and abilities, to maintain good working relationships across the College.
· Has the ability to work with all groups in a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities and special needs.
· Is committed to the mission and values of the community college http://www.slcc.edu/about/mission-vision.aspx .
· Accepts responsibility for professional and personal growth.
Maintain professional relationships with colleagues and community organizations or business.

Special Instructions

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at time of hire.

Priority Review Date June 5, 2023
: Applications received by the priority review date will receive priority in screening. The screening of applications submitted after the priority review date will be determined by the committee until the position is filled. The following documents are required to submit the application:
1. Resume or curriculum vitae,
2. Copy of transcripts,
3. Cover letter.

Reference letters from the finalists upon request by the committee.

Applicants selected for an interview may be asked to participate in a teaching demonstration.

SLCC HR Department will conduct criminal background checks on the selected finalist.

Official transcripts from the selected finalist are required before offering employment.

**Note: The compensation for Program Coordinator is an additional stipend and may vary pending on the responsibilities assigned.

SLCC offers a comprehensive benefits package for FT Faculty members. Please visit: SLCC Employee Benefits Page.

SLCC Faculty General Description found Appendix 1 Faculty Compensation and Workload Handbook.

SLCC Highlights

Salt Lake Community College is Utah’s largest open-access college with the most diverse student body in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah’s fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students’ lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 11 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment.

Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new and diverse perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation come about when diverse voices can speak and collaborate freely. As an emerging HSI, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving diverse students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education.

FLSA

Exempt

SLCC Information

Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”).

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check.

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