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Associate Director of Allied Health (50% - 12 months)
Cuesta College
Salary: $39,305.64 - $43,334.40 Annually
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: FY2021-00035
Location: Cuesta College - San Luis Obispo Campus, CA
Department: Nursing & Allied Health
Closing: 3/14/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Description Summary
This is a 50% - 12-month position.
ABOUT THE COLLEGE
Located in the heart of scenic San Luis Obispo County, Cuesta College has provided comprehensive associate degree offerings, certificates, and community programs to the region since 1964. Committed to being an inclusive institution that inspires a diverse student population to achieve their educational goals, we are proud to be designated as an Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education. Cuesta College is committed to racial and socioeconomic diversity that reflects our student population; we strive to hire candidates that share the value of commitment to diversity and inclusion. As part of the Cuesta College team, you can expect to be part of a collaborative community of faculty, classified staff, administrators, students, and community partners advancing educational excellence with intentional support services leading to student success and completion.
Additional information about the college can be found at
https://www.cuesta.edu/about/index.html
The college planning documents can be found at
https://www.cuesta.edu/about/collegeplans/index.html
Our Student Equity Action Plan can be found at
https://www.cuesta.edu/about/info/equity/index.html
We offer comprehensive benefit options. Information about benefits can be found at
https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/benefits-insurance/index.html
DEFINITION
Under direction of the Dean of Instruction, help to lead the Nursing and Allied Health Division by overseeing the daily functions of Allied Health programs and ensuring compliance with program-specific regulations and accreditation. Our Allied Health Department currently includes Medical Assisting, Phlebotomy, Psychiatric Technician, Paramedic, and Emergency Medical Technician.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This position is distinguished from other positions in that it requires knowledge of all laws, regulations, and accreditation standards that apply to diverse Allied Health programs. These programs typically involve regulations at the County, State, and National level, certification of student competency, and student experience at clinical sites with partner organizations.
Incumbents in this position support student learning outcomes and institutional effectiveness by managing faculty and staff, taking responsibility for program budgets, and helping to maintain effective relationships with community partners.
Essential Functions & Qualifications
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Program Management
- Direct, supervise, and oversee the routine operations and delivery of instruction for the Allied Health programs in the Division of Nursing and Allied Health;
- Direct the development, revision, and evaluation of the Allied Health programs;
- Coordinate, develop, maintain, and implement policies, rules and regulations related to the Allied Health programs at the program, District and State level;
- Provide leadership in the preparation of accreditation for the District and specialized accreditation standards (i.e. statistical reports, backup documentation, site visits, etc.);
- Oversee the maintenance of records required by regulatory boards for licensing and certificate courses;
- Ensure completion of state and local reports to licensing and regulatory agencies in collaboration with the program director and faculty;
- Assist with the Institutional Program Planning and Review (IPPR) process and implementation, in collaboration with the faculty and staff, to ensure and maintain the quality of the programs within the division;
- Analyze, interpret, and utilize data to identify the current trends and student assessment measures to implement plans for improvement, and forecast services in our community and regional consortium;
- Collaborate with the Nursing & Allied Health Clinical Coordinator to complete background checks and maintain student files as required;
- Represent the College on boards and committees at local, regional, state, and national levels to promote and support Allied Health instructional programs;
- Advocate for the needs of the Division and communicate concerns with the Dean;
- Develop and maintain relationships with clinical facilities, advisory boards, and other programs within and outside of the District consistent with division needs;
- Assist the program faculty with the selection, requisition, and receipt of supplies, equipment, textbooks, and library materials.
- Monitor expenditures from the current year's approved budget;
- Consult with the Dean concerning expenditure needs outside the budget and all income-producing activities or projects;
- Develop and present budget reports;
- Seek funding sources such as grants and gifts in consultation with the Director of Nursing and the Dean;
- Help determine the staffing needs of the Division;
- Assist in the mentoring of new hires;
- Participate in recruiting, interviewing and selecting faculty and staff;
- Train, supervise, and evaluate the performance of all classified personnel within the areas of responsibility.
- Assist the Dean in the evaluation of faculty;
- Encourage participation in professional development activities and appropriate professional organizations;
- Assure that prospective hires meet regulatory and District requirements;
- Recruit potential students through participation in various career/health fairs and college outreach programs;
- Work closely with program directors and faculty, Admissions & Records, Success Specialists, Institutional Advancement and Counseling to ensure smooth and effective admission processes to individual programs;
- Coordinate with faculty and staff in providing new student orientation and completion ceremonies for the Allied Health programs;
- Assure consistency and accuracy for the programs, college publications, and outreach materials;
- Collaborate with the Division Chair and Dean in addressing student issues/concerns;
- Serve on District standing committees as assigned; and
- Perform other related duties as required.
Education:
Required
- Master's degree required from an accredited college or university.
- Ability to serve as the program-specific director for at least one of the Allied Health programs, as required by the corresponding regulatory agency.
Required
- Minimum of two years' experience working in a college setting;
- At least one year's experience in a pre-hospital field, health care setting, or Nursing/Allied Health educational setting.
- At least one year's experience in a leadership position in a post-secondary or health care setting.
- State program reviews to include annual reporting requirements;
- Program-specific accreditation processes for Allied Health programs;
- Current technologies, personal computer, and associated office software such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and/or database software;
- Correct usage of English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; and
- District policies and procedures.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties; and
- Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and of staff and students with physical and learning disabilities.
- Read and comprehend printed matter, text and data on computer monitors;
- Communicate intelligibly and effectively via speech, telephone, written correspondence, and/or email;
- Sit or stand for extended periods of time;
- Lift and/or carry 25 pounds; and
- Exert manual dexterity sufficient for keyboard and other office equipment operation.
Required
- Valid driver's license and eligible to obtain California driver's license upon hire
- License/certification associated with program leadership, as described above
Additional Information
This is a 50% - 12-month position.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY
Candidates will be required to submit a cover letter, resume, reference list, license/certificate, unofficial transcripts, and diversity statement when applying for this position. See further instructions below on some of the required documents. When uploading documents, PDF uploads are preferred.
- Reference List Instructions: Your reference list must include three professional references, their contact information, and their relationship to you.
- License/Certificate Instructions: Please upload a document demonstrating a current/valid certification (i.e. NREMT-Paramedic, RN, CPT, etc.) that would qualify you to serve as the regulatory director for one of our Allied Health programs.
- Diversity Statement Instructions: Cuesta College is committed to building and maintaining a workforce that reflects and honors the diversity of our students. It is important to us that our faculty, staff, and administrators demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, and religious backgrounds as well as sexual orientation and abilities of all constituents in the Cuesta College community.
In 500 words or less, please explain how you would ensure and promote inclusion and equity to the diverse campus community as the Associate Director of Allied Health.
Completed online applications and all supporting documents must be submitted by the closing date for this position. LATE, INCOMPLETE, FAXED, MAILED OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
SALARY SCHEDULE
Below is the full salary schedule range for this position, steps A through E. Per our bargaining agreement, we can only place new employees at Steps A through C, which is the anticipated hiring range also listed below. For a full salary schedule, please see our website: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/humanresources/salary_schedules.html
- Salary Schedule Range: $3,275.50 - $3,981.50 per month.
- Anticipated Hiring Range: $3,275.50 - $3,611 per month.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Cuesta College will not sponsor any visa applications.
San Luis Obispo County Community College District ("Cuesta College") is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), age, disability (physical and mental), genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal and state law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Cuesta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
In compliance with California law, all prospective staff and students are entitled to read the Annual Security Report, published each October by the Cuesta College Department of Public Safety. This report contains information about our emergency and crime reporting procedures, as well as crime statistics for the past 3 years. You may request a copy of this report at one of our two Public Safety Offices: on SLO campus at Building 6600A or on North County Campus at building N1021, during campus business hours. You may also access the complete text of this report at the following website address: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/publicsafety/clery_act
Interview Process Information
Selected applicants will be invited to attend an interview via Zoom on Tuesday, March 30, 2021.
Second interviews will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, March 31, 2021.
To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cuesta
The San Luis Obispo County Community College District promotes inclusiveness, prohibits discrimination, and encourages all qualified persons to apply. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Cuesta College actively seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds to assist students, staff, and faculty. For ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) assistance with the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office: (805) 546-3129.
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