Program Director, Respiratory Care (Lakeland)

This is a professional managerial position reporting to a Campus Academic Dean. The Program Director oversees the development, implementation, and promotion of a Postsecondary Vocational Program. Work requires the analysis of complex problems, planning of various interrelated activities, and the coordination of effort of multiple projects or functions, in addition to formulating and maintaining programmatic budgets.

Essential Functions/Duties

• Develop the curriculum framework and all instructional materials for the program.
• Disseminates program information to appropriate college recipients (administrators, advisors, faculty, and program students) and appropriate recipients outside the college (accreditation or certifications agencies, state agencies, etc.).
• Assemble and compile all materials required for accreditation or certification of the program.
• Evaluate the preparation of students for entry into the program and administer all aspects of the selection process if a limited access program.
• Supervise adjunct instructors employed by the program.
• Coordinate practicums, clinicals, internships, joint ventures and/or work-related educational experiences for program students.
• Monitor program adherence to state regulations/national accreditation criteria.

• Knowledge of principles and practices of professional training and development program design.
• Knowledge of curriculum development, instructional method theory, and practical applications.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with a variety of contacts of considerable importance within, and outside of, the college. Contacts outside the college where lack of tact or judgment may result in negative college relations to a limited degree.
• Ability to work independently with the responsibility for planning details and methods to obtain definite objectives and to make decisions within broad limitations of policy and professional standards.
• Ability to work cooperatively with college personnel.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.

Working Conditions/Additional Information

• This position is a full-time on-campus position located at our Lakeland campus. (Remote/hybrid options are not available.)
• Weekend and evening work may be required.
• Position may be required to work during College closures (such as winter/spring break and inclement weather closures).
• Reliable transportation is required for travel to campuses and centers. Possession of a valid Florida's Driver's License is required (or must be eligible to obtain a Florida's license within 30 days).
• Travel to seminars and conferences required.

Salary and Benefits Information

This position is level P16. Please see below for specific salary range.

We offer an excellent employer-paid benefits package including the following: Medical, Dental, Life, Long-Term Disability, Vacation (except faculty), Holiday and Sick Leave, Retirement (if eligible) and college fee waivers. Other employee-paid, voluntary benefits (vision, short-term disability, etc.) are also available.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy, Health Science, Health Education, or related field from an accredited (or equivalent) college or university.

Preferred Education

Master's degree in respiratory therapy, Health Science, Health Education, or related field from an accredited (or equivalent) college or university.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential
• Valid Florida professional license

Required Experience:

• A minimum of 4 years experience as RRT with 2 years clinical respiratory care experience
• A minimum of 2 years teaching in an accredited respiratory care program as an appointed faculty member or a clinical preceptor

Submissions that do not include all parts of the following required information will not be considered:

• a resume
• an electronic job application (all sections MUST be completed)

This position will be open until filled.

Important Information

• If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
• Polk State College participates in E-Verify. Candidates must provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States. Polk State College does not provide visa sponsorship.
• Polk State College is committed to equal access/equal opportunity in its programs, activities, and employment. For additional information, visit polk.edu/compliance. For questions or concerns, please contact: Lonnie Thompson, Chief of Institutional Compliance & Engagement/Title IX Coordinator; lthompson@polk.edu.
• To request Veteran's Preference, please be sure to upload all necessary documents (DD-214, etc.) to your application.
• Polk State College is a drug-free workplace.
• Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Reference checks, successful completion of a background check, and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.
• Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position.

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