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Description

Unlock your full potential in the innovative and inclusive environment at Bryant & Stratton College. We are a career-focused, private, nonprofit college built differently to serve the needs of students, alumni, associates, employers, and the community. Founded in 1854, Bryant & Stratton College offers real-world education leading to bachelor's, associate's, and professional certificates after completion in the fields of healthcare, technology, legal, business, graphic design, and more. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that ncludes competitive salaries, medical/dental/vision insurance, generous paid time off, 401(k), and company-paid college tuition for associates and their families. Bryant & Stratton College is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer. 

Responsibilities:

• Ensure accrediation is met with ACOTE

• Ensure students meet course, program and institutional outcomes

• Ensure all documentation, reporting, and instructional activities are in compliance with all standards, competencies, policies, and guidelines as set forth by program accreditors and Bryant & Stratton College

• Teach minimum of 2 classes as required

• Meet program, retention, and graduation goals

• Represent program at open houses, high school events, new student orientations, student recognition ceremonies, etc., and assist in student recruitment activities

• Facilitate the hiring, scheduling, and evaluation of subject-area instructors

• Work closely with academic advisors and faculty to ensure student needs are addressed within and outside of the classroom

• Perform academic advisement duties as assigned

• Develop and monitor course materials and grade and attendance reports to ensure course outcomes are met and rigor upheld

• Provide coaching, training, and information to program area faculty

• Recruit Advisory Board members and coordinate meetings

• Build and maintain relationships with area employers and business connects

• Serve on college committees as needed

• Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

• The Program Director must have a minimum of 5 years of documented experience in the field of occupational therapy. This experience must include:

• Clinical practice as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant.

• Administrative experience including, but not limited to, program planning and implementation, personnel management, evaluation, and budgeting.

• Scholarship (e.g. scholarship of application, scholarship of teaching and learning)

• Understanding of and experience with occupational therapy assistants

• At least 2 years of experience in a full-time academic appointment with teaching responsibilities at the post-secondary level

• Master’s degree required (in field preferred).

• Current OTA or OTR license required.

• In-field non-teaching experience work required; supervisory experience at a substantive level strongly preferred

• Prior experience with the academic accreditation process preferred

• Teaching experience or aptitude

• Exceptional leadership, facilitation, and written and oral communications skills

• Demonstrated competence in developing others, maintaining confidentiality, managing detail, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong team player with demonstrated ability to forge supportive partnerships within and between departments

• Knowledge of computer software and research databases

• Demonstrated commitment to professional development and student success

• Commitment to continuous curriculum enhancement and application of best practices

• Ability to make meaningful and positive connections with a diverse student body in a career college environment

SALARY:  

$110,000-115,000

Please note that the compensation information is a good faith estimate of the base pay for this position. The selected candidate’s actual base pay for this role will take into account a wide range of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. At Bryant & Stratton College, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Information about the total compensation package for this position will be provided during the interview process. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sex/gender (including pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity (including transgender status) or any other legally protected characteristics (“protected characteristics”).  Bryant & Stratton College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.