Director of Faculty Development Position Available In Limestone, Alabama

Director of Faculty Development

Salary
See Position Description
Location Tanner, AL
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
06030
College/Division

CCC-102010-VP

of Academics/Academic Dean
Opening Date
04/10/2025
Closing Date
4/24/2025 4:00 PM Central
Campus Location
Calhoun Community College

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS
Position Summary
The Director of Faculty Development will provide leadership, training and professional development for instructional faculty, both full and part-time. This position will work in conjunction with the Director of Distance Learning, instructional deans, department chairs, and faculty to promoting excellence in teaching and learning and student success through the development and implementation of dynamic professional development programs aligned with the college’s strategic priorities.

Salary:

Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule C-3,

Grade I:

$70,955•$103,055

Work Hours:

Monday through Thursday, 7:45 a.m.•5:15 p.m.; Friday 7:45 a.m.•11:45 a.m.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit aplete application packet to be considered. Aplete application consists of the following:
Online application
Current résumé
Copy of college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)
Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
Applicants must provide information from previous employers documenting full-time related work experience if an offer is made.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide leadership, coordination, and planning for professional development for full and part-time faculty.
Coordinate with the Vice-President for Academic Affairs to establish, implement, and conduct a structured professional development program that includes new faculty onboarding and orientation.
Provide leadership and instruction in the Principles of Quality to all staff and faculty members and assist in the identification andpletion of quality improvement projects within the College.
Work collaboratively with the Vice President for Academic Affairs and instructional deans to research, plan, write, and implement academic policies and procedures as well as coordinate college-wide teaching and learning initiatives for the college that are based on nationally recognized best practices, and improve the quality and delivery of academic programs and services.
Work closely with the Distance Learning Director in the development and execution of quality distance learning course offerings as well as the development and maintenance of educational technology platforms and tools to support faculty teaching excellence and student learning.
Work closely with the instructional deans to onboard and assist new faculty in building a teaching portfolio for tenure rmendation.
Work with Academic Affairs toanize the faculty showcase for Honors Day, the spring Teaching, Learning, and design Conference, and Faculty Excellence Awards.
Maintain a system of verification of professional development activities to provide documentation for those individuals who maintain teacher certification.
Work in conjunction with the Dual Enrollment Coordinator to provide orientation, training, and evaluation of dual enrollment faculty.
Serve as an ex-officio member of the Faculty Development Committee and the Staff Development Committee.
Work closely with the Office for Institutional Effectiveness and Research to ensurepliance with regional accreditation standards and guidelines.
Create and maintain a faculty repository of information and best practices for training and instructional purposes in Canvas.
Promote positive morale and ensure adequate internal/externalmunication.
Supervise assigned staff, to include setting appropriate expectations and evaluating performance based on those expectations.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the Vice-President for Academic Affairs.
Qualifications
A minimum of a Master’s degree from an accredited institution is required. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in teaching or instruction at the postsecondary level is required. Documented familiarity in instructional design and/or instructional technology is required.
Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and aplishments:
Experience in event planning;
Excellent oral and writtenmunication skills;
Proficientputer usage; Understanding of the College’s mission and vision;
Confidence in decision making andmunication skills;
Demonstrated experience with innovative curriculum/program;
Demonstrated experience in data-based decision-making;
Demonstrated experience in the use of educational technology;
Demonstratedmitment to student success;
Knowledge of Federal and State policies and regulations; Ability to read, interpret and explain policies and procedures;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, other employees, and the public in a pleasant and effective manner;
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information;
Ability to work andmunicate with a variety of people from diverse backgrounds including students, parents, college employees, and the public;
Ability to handle various situations in a calm and professional manner;
Ability to multi-task and prioritize issues;
Ability to operate in a professional manner at all times;
Ability to operate in a high pressure situation and respond to issues in a calm manner;
A focus on details;
A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to customer needs;
Willingness and desire to learn new things and that learning;
Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet the needs of the office of Academic Affairs;
A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand.
Application Procedures/Additional Information
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit apleted application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.
Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondarymunity and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable amodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.

More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.
Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s (sacscoc). Specific questions regarding Calhoun’s educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT

calhoun.edu
P.O. Box 2216
Decatur, AL 35609
256-306-2590
256-306-2591
jobscalhoun.edu
Employer
ACCS
Website
1
JOB

OPPORTUNITIES

ACCOUNT
PRIVACY POLICY
TERMS OF USE
YOUR

PRIVACY CHOICES

ACCESSIBILITY

STATEMENT

Copyright © 2025