A Higher Education Program Director directs one or more programs carried out by a college or university. Often specializes in institutional advancement or engagement.
Ridgeland, MS Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $60,000 a year 8 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Teamwork Program management Dental assisting Radiology Organizational skills Higher education teaching Senior leadership Full Job Description Program Director - Dental Assisting Delta Technical College Lead. Inspire. Make an Impact. Are you passionate about developing the next generation of skilled professionals? Delta Technical College is seeking a Program Director to lead one of our academic programs while mentoring instructors, driving student success, and ensuring educational excellence. As the senior instructional leader for your program, you'll play a key role in shaping the student experience, developing faculty, maintaining high academic standards, and partnering with campus leadership to help students achieve their career goals. What You'll Do Lead and develop a team of instructors through coaching, mentoring, training, and performance management. Oversee the daily operations and success of the academic program. Foster an engaging, student-focused learning environment that promotes retention, graduation, certification, and career placement. Ensure curriculum quality, instructional consistency, and compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards. Collaborate with campus leadership to support student success initiatives and continuous improvement. Recruit, onboard, and develop outstanding faculty members. Monitor program performance and implement strategies that drive positive student outcomes. Represent the program during campus events, advisory meetings, graduations, and community outreach. Teach courses as assigned while serving as the academic leader of the department. What We're Looking For Postsecondary, technical, or vocational teaching experience. At least 3 years' experience as a Dental Assistant required MS Radiology Permit required. Leadership experience supervising, coaching, or mentoring faculty preferred. Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Passion for student success and developing high-performing teams. Experience with curriculum oversight, compliance, and continuous improvement. Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with learning management systems is a plus. Additional program-specific education, licensure, or certification requirements may apply depending on the program. Why Join DTC? Make a meaningful impact on students' lives and careers. Lead a team of passionate educators. Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development. Collaborative and supportive campus culture. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Continuing Education support for required licensure and certifications At Delta Technical College , we believe in Positive Attitude, Respect, Initiative, Dedication, Excellence, and Pride . If you're ready to lead, inspire, and help students build successful futures, we'd love to hear from you. IND1
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
