<p>Director, Pathway to Prosperity</p> <p>Salary - $60,000 Exempt</p> <p>M-F, 8am - 5pm, some weekends and evenings also required Reports to: Dean, School of General Studies, Arts & Science Department: Academic Affairs</p> <p>Position Purpose</p> <p>Under the guidance and direction of the Dean of the School of General Studies, Arts & Science, the Director of Pathway to Prosperity (P2P) serves as the academic administrator and lead faculty responsible for first year experience (Pathway to Prosperity I), and final capstone_ (Pathway to Prosperity II). The Director is also responsible for onboarding students and collaborating with Admissions to support new student orientation and related activities.</p> <p>Duties and Responsibilities Teaching and Advising:</p> <ul> <li>Train and supervise content presenters for Pathway to Prosperity I and II, adjunct </li></ul> <p>instructors, educational specialists, peer tutors, and/ or student employees, as assigned.</p> <ul> <li>Responsible for both independent project management and collaborative efforts to create meaningful educational outcomes for students in Pathways I, and Pathways II. </li><li>Assist in the development, assessment, and continuous improvement of Pathway to Prosperity I and II, staying abreast of advances and developments in the field of higher education and student success. </li><li>Conduct lectures, report attendance and grade student assignments. </li><li>Engage in professional development to maintain the highest standard of pedagogical excellence. </li><li>Work with various departments on and off campus to provide education about a full </li></ul> <p>range of campus resources to support first year success, meeting three goals of graduating on time, graduating with multiple job offers or a plan to transfer, and graduating with a plan for financial independence, and success after graduation.</p> <ul> <li>Serve as lead facilitator; coordinate the delivery of content in Pathway to Prosperity I and II. </li><li>Serve as an academic advisor for students enrolled in the Associate of Science, Associate of Arts, Associate of Individualized and/ or Associate of Technical Studies programs, maintaining sufficient advising hours compatible with student schedules; meeting with advisees regularly; maintaining appropriate advisee files; directing students to appropriate department and College resources; maintaining confidentiality; evaluating graduation progress and program completions. </li><li>Contribute to reporting and early intervention efforts and strategies through Intrusive Advising and use of Advise CRM. </li><li>Manage and provide ongoing maintenance of Blackboard LMS Master P2P courses. </li></ul> <p>Curriculum Development and Enhancement:</p> <ul> <li>Collaborate with the Dean, faculty, and staff to develop, review, and update curriculum content related to the P2P. </li><li>Stay updated with industry trends, guidelines, and best practices to ensure the curricula meet current standards. </li><li>Review and develop master P2P courses pursuant to institutional standards. </li><li>Assist in developing materials for the P2P courses. </li></ul> <p>Compliance, Accreditation and Program Review:</p> <ul> <li>Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and accreditation requirements set forth by the Higher Learning Commission, the Ohio Department of Education, and other accrediting agencies, where applicable. </li><li>Facilitate an advisory committee of Hocking College stakeholders for P2P. </li><li>Complete Program Review for the Programs as scheduled. </li></ul> <p>Participation in Academic Affairs and Institutional Activities:</p> <ul> <li>Maintain a clear and focused understanding of the mission and philosophy of Hocking College. </li></ul> <p>Follow Hocking College policies and procedures.</p> <p>Promote a positive working relationship across technology, department, and community lines.</p> <ul> <li>Participate in Academic Affairs Committee, institutional activities and other </li></ul> <p>committees, as assigned.</p> <ul> <li>Participate in student enrollment activities (recruiting and registration), </li></ul> <p>contribute to the assessment of student academic achievement.</p> <ul> <li>Serve on the Assessment Subcommittee. </li><li>Attend all graduation ceremonies and other special events as directed. </li></ul> <p>Budget:</p> <ul> <li>Manage inventory of P2P course supplies; submit order requests for resources for the Programs when necessary. </li><li>Manage grant funding requirements, if applicable. </li></ul> <p>Other Duties as Assigned</p> <p>Qualifications - Education, Experience, and Skills</p> <ul> <li>Master's Degree required in any field of specialization represented within the School of General Studies, Arts & Sciences, or any master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in a field of specialization within the School of General Studies, Arts & Sciences (arts, humanities, mathematics, natural sciences, social/ political sciences, communication, English). </li><li>Degree must be from a regionally or nationally accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent as verified by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. </li><li>Professional experience in higher education strongly preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience at the college level. </li><li>Professional experience in K-12 education, and/or with College Credit Plus is strongly preferred. </li><li>Experience and demonstrated excellence in teaching both in person and online preferred. </li><li>Evidence of professional development in the field of concentration as demonstrated by activity in professional associations, consultative practice; participation in seminars, workshops, and formal coursework, and individual reading and research. </li><li>Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). </li><li>Very strong technology skills including usage of email, student information system, and learning management system. </li><li>Organizational, record-keeping, and interpersonal skills. </li><li>Knowledge of educational theory and application. </li><li>Knowledge of learners and individual learning styles. </li><li>Interest in and commitment to the learner-centered educational process. </li><li>Educational technology skills. </li><li>Confidentiality. </li><li>Caring attitude toward students. </li><li>Learning and self-motivation skills. </li><li>Willingness to extend self to help students succeed. </li><li>Knowledge of College resources available to students. </li><li>Knowledge of organizational structures within higher education. </li><li>Current knowledge of programs, objectives, and requirements. </li><li>Openness to suggestions for improvement. </li><li>Attention to detail. </li><li>Flexibility in dealing with others. </li><li>Ability to work as a team member. </li><li>Ability to prioritize work. </li><li>Ability to behave in accordance with Hocking College and Academic Affairs mission, goals, and values. </li><li>Positive attitude. </li><li>Knowledge of safe working conditions. </li></ul> <p>Reasonable accommodations may be requested and reviewed according to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).</p> <p>Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, unofficial graduate transcripts, and a resume to the Office of Human Resources (3301 Hocking Parkway Nelsonville, OH 45764), or email documents to humanresources@hocking.edu.</p> <p>Position will remain open until filled. '</p> <p>Hocking College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, age, disability or military status in employment or the provision of services.</p> <p>When contacted for an interview, an applicant who requires special accommodations due to a disability should notify the office at that time so proper arrangements can be made for the interview.</p>