FacultyCriminal Justice/Legal Studies, Department Chair

Company: Ivy Tech
Location: Lafayette
Posted on: September 22, 2022

Job Description:

Faculty-Criminal Justice/Legal Studies, Department Chair Apply now Job no: 510647
Work type: Full Time Faculty
Location: Lafayette, IN
Categories: Other, Faculty
General Description of Position: Perform all of the essential functions as identified below. Manage all elements of academic programs or disciplines, including enrollment management, program administration, and human resource management ensuring coordination with academic and non-academic departments. Fully supports the College's mission and strategic plan initiatives. Major Responsibilities: INSTRUCTION
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.
Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.
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.
Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.
Use Learning Management System (e.g. Canvas/IvyLearn) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS
Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
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.
Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with regional expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2).
Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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.
Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.
Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH
Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college's relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/division/college.
Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and division.INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT
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.
Support and engage with Workforce Alignment and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).
Attend commencement and participate as assigned by regional administration.
Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/division/faculty meetings.
Participate in career service and alumni activities.
Adhere to college and regional academic policies.ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT
Review and analyze program data as related to completion and retention.
Determine and lead action steps positively impacting retention.
Support development of student internships and other real-work experiences to support the curriculum and student experiential learning.
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.
Create course schedules conducive to student learning and student access, in consideration of the needs of Corporate College; and maximizing utilization of existing classroom and laboratories.PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
Complete annual Program Review, which includes analysis of trend data and resources.
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.
Maintain office administrative hours in accordance with the faculty loading guidelines in ASOM 7.2 - Faculty Job Descriptions and Loading.
Coordinate program advisory committees and assure broad-based membership and participatory agendas.
If applicable, oversee equipment purchases and maintenance and supplies for instructional laboratories.HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Coordinate recruitment, evaluation, and development of full-time and adjunct faculty with Human Resources and the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (or designee).
Review and respond to faculty, staff and student issues. Minimum Qualifications: A qualified faculty member must possess an earned Juris Doctor degree, be a present member of the ABA, and has 3-5 years of active legal practice experience as a prosecutor and/or experience working with law enforcement agencies Preferred Qualifications: Other Requirements: Work Hours: Hiring Range: Special Instructions to Applicants: Advertised: 31 Aug 2022 US Eastern Daylight Time
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