Professor/Department Chair, Emergency Management (BAS)

Description The Professor/Department Chair, Emergency Management (BAS) is a full-time, 10-month position responsible to the Dean, Professional & Technical Programs.
Professors provide instruction via an online format, with additional required on-campus duties and college service, and are responsible to the instructional dean.
Candidates for this position must be qualified to teach bachelors level emergency management courses.
Duties may include day, evening, online and summer courses.
Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, promoting and facilitating community awareness of the programs, maintaining appropriate records and office hours, and completing required professional development.
Essential Functions and Duties General Expectations of all TJC Faculty Exhibit a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning Maintain current and comprehensive knowledge and experience in the teaching field and assigned teaching discipline Create a classroom environment reflecting professionalism, equity, respect and trust Adhere to college policies Abide by Employee Standards of Conduct Perform job duties as assigned by department chair and dean (unless request is in violation of TJC policy or local/state/federal laws) Stay current with and follow departmental and college policies Complete required compliance trainings and stay current on professional development hours Responsibilities to the Student Exhibit a commitment to student success Design classroom instructional activities appropriate to the expected rigor of the course and consistent with program expectations and course objectives Embed interactive learning activities in the instructional setting that engage student learning and encourage student development of active learning skillsets Facilitate student learning and successful completion of course by preparing and using appropriate instructional materials compatible with the expected rigor of the course and consistent with program expectations and course objectives Align learning opportunities and employ suitable assessments of course learning outcomes and program learning outcomes, with the student core competencies Sequence learning opportunities and assessments through the courses and program to build student learning and understanding Integrate workplace professional skillsets into the classroom environment (i.
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, prompt and regular attendance, initiative to seek clarification, timely submission of work, use of technology in work completion, etc.
) Motivate students to perform at their highest level by maintaining an atmosphere of dignity and cordiality conducive to learning in both the classroom and office Adhere to college policies Meet all classes as scheduled and maximize use of available class time Maintain scheduled office hours as required Follow attendance and office hour requirements for online and hybrid classes as specified in the distance education course standards (see employee handbook) Responsibilities to the Department Follow prescribed course syllabi and adopted textbooks [including appropriate assigned readings] Inform students of student learning outcomes, class procedures and grading policies at the beginning of each semester Demonstrate initiative and/or cooperative support of leadership, faculty and staff to implement strategic improvements and achieve goals Attend and participate in required department and school meetings, and perform other duties as assigned by the department chair or instructional dean Responsibilities to the College Teach in the modality (face-to-face, hybrid, or online) chosen by the College.
Maintain accurate records and submit required student attendance and grade reports by published deadlines Model professional conduct and enforce student conduct policies as prescribed Participate in all required convocation activities and graduation events Maintain required memberships/licensures/certifications per department and accrediting body standards Assume duties, including committee assignments, over and above assigned classes and office hours as requested by department chair or instructional dean Demonstrate commitment to the college through actively participating in TJC sponsored events and activities beyond assigned classes and office hours as appropriate Responsibilities to the Community Network with community members and others to promote the TJC program and its students Exhibit conduct that reflects the mission, vision and values of the institution and the community Discipline- or Position-Specific Responsibilities/Competencies Excellent computer skills required Willingness to utilize distance learning strategies and the latest multimedia technologies Must be able to teach day, evening and online classes Expectations of Department Chairs Provide instructional leadership and timely communication to programs supervised Manage selective admissions for the emergency management program Develop assessment criteria and ensure timely submission of documentation Develop course schedule and manage faculty teaching assignments Maintain evaluation rotation schedule for faculty Manage textbook selections and ensure timely submission of adoption forms Manage program budgets Qualifications Required Education/Experience Master’s degree (doctorate preferred) in emergency management, risk management, disaster recovery or other discipline closely related to emergency management Minimum of three years’ recent and relevant work experience in emergency management or related field Preferred Education/Experience Doctorate degree in emergency management, risk management, disaster recovery or other discipline closely related to emergency management Experience in a leadership role in the field Experience in disaster management, homeland security, or emergency planning and preparedness Experience in State and Federal emergency disaster and emergency management regulations, protocols, practices and principles Previous teaching experience Supplemental Information Other Expectations Perform other duties as assigned Will have contact – in person, by email, or by phone – with staff, students, and the general public Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities NOTE: With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above - including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands.
The position description is not inclusive of all responsibilities or expectations and may be amended with or without prior notice.