Opticianry Instructor/Program Head

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Opticianry Instructor/Program Head Role Title 12 month-Teaching Faculty Role Code 01023-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band 00 Position Number 283F0217 Agency J.

Sargeant Reynolds Community College Agency/Division J.

Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div) Work Location Richmond (City) - 760 Hiring Range Salary commensurate with the education, prior teaching and occupational experience of the applicant. Maximum hiring salary: $86,729. Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

Teaching schedules may include day and evening classes and multiple campus and off-campus assignments. This is a year-round program; summer teaching is required.

Start Date: July 1, 2024.

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia's capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance.

Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

Faculty loads are normally scheduled on an average load of fifteen (15) credit hours per semester. Office hours, advising and collateral duty assignments are maintained.

Teaching schedules may include day and evening classes and multiple campus and off-campus assignments. This is a year-round program, summer teaching is required. General duties and responsibilities on which the program head will assist in this capacity include, but are not limited to: development and achievement of strategic objectives for the program that are consistent with and supportive of college and school strategic goals and objectives; participation in the recruitment/selection process for full-time and adjunct faculty; management of full-time and adjunct faculty workloads and evaluation of faculty; course scheduling, including facilities and use of equipment; management of program enrollment and efficiency; coordination of dual enrollment and distance education course offerings; development and management of program budgets; procurement and management of equipment, laboratories, and clinical instruction; coordination of academic program advising; certification of applications for graduation; continuous program assessment and evaluation; curriculum revisions; growing program enrollment through increased management of clinical sites and recruitment of adjunct faculty; participation in college and program student recruitment and retention efforts; and, marketing and promotion of the program in the community particularly with local K-12 systems.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Bachelor's in a related field and Associate's in Opticianry with demonstrated competency in opticianry is required. Minimum of two (2) years of occupational experience in the field of ophthalmic optics.

Current or eligible for Virginia state optician license. American Board of Opticianry and/or National Contact Lens Examiners certification(s).

Additional Considerations

Advanced certifications by the American Board of Opticianry and/or National Contact Lens Examiners. Knowledge of classroom and conference electronic methods of communication.

Demonstrated ability in program planning, curriculum design, and academic advising. Working knowledge of budget preparation, fiscal administration, faculty recruitment and supervision, class schedules, and student admission criteria and advising. Experience in COA accreditation compliance and documentation, and management of COA self-studies and site visits.

Demonstrated ability to teach effectively in both the didactic and clinical settings, including course development, student assessment, and course evaluations. Minimum of two (2) years of teaching experience in an accredited opticianry program. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and college stakeholders.

Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize computer word processing and spreadsheets. Demonstrated ability to incorporate technology routinely into instructional and faculty responsibilities including Learning Management Systems, Virtual meeting software, and Student Information Systems. Experience with distance learning modalities for both didactic and clinical courses.

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

This position may have conduct work assignments on any of the college's campuses and partner sites.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number FAC_1255P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 03/13/2024 Job Close Date 05/31/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Agency Website www.reynolds.edu Contact Name Email employment@reynolds.edu Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

Application reviews will begin April 15, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. This position may be closed at any time after April 15, 2024.

Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Other Document

• Unofficial Transcript 2

• Unofficial Transcript 3

• AHP Letter