CCP-19, 12-month, Tenure-track
ANTICIPATED STARTING DATE: July 1, 2012
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A Master’s degree in Physical Therapy, together with at least five years of clinical experience with one to two years of experience in the supervision of others; a valid State of Connecticut Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant license; or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties required. Incumbents are expected to have demonstrated advanced knowledge and abilities in the following areas:
- Professional competence in one or more of the assigned subject disciplines;
- Academic curriculum and course design;
- Assessment and evaluation techniques in academic program effectiveness;
- Strong familiarity with accreditation procedures and strategies;
- Developing and managing operating budgets and plans;
- Leading and directing faculty and staff in a higher education environment;
- Strong information technology literacy skills;
- Effective oral and written communication skills;
- A demonstrated understanding of the community college mission, philosophy, and student population.
Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their experience has prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and to provide appropriate references. Exceptions to the degree requirements may be made for compelling reasons.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direct leadership of the Academic Division Director of Nursing & Allied Health, the Program Director will provide leadership to the Physical Therapy Assistant Program. The position’s role includes program needs assessment, development, marketing, program accreditation and administrative oversight of classroom and clinical instruction. The director is also responsible for program development and accreditation, recommendation of employment of part-time PTA faculty; instruction quality, program evaluation and assessment, administrative and resource management, and budget and fiscal management. The Director understands and promotes the goals of community colleges and serves as liaison with faculty, staff, students, and administrative personnel and performs other tasks related to his/her area of competency as assigned. Norwalk Community College actively recruits and encourages the hiring of faculty and staff with expertise in and commitment to community engagement.
MINIMUM SALARY: $62,613 approximate annual salary and full benefits package.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Submit a cover letter, BOR Employment Application*, detailed resume and names of three references to:
Human Resources Office
Norwalk Community College
188 Richards Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06854
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Application material must be received no later than December 28, 2012
(*BOR application may be found at http://www.ncc.commnet.edu/dept/hr/pdf/employmentapplication.pdf [4])
All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA).
Norwalk Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply.