Assistant Professor, Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Howard Community College ( HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.

Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!

The Department Chair and Director of Nurse Education Program is the nursing program administrator. In working with the nursing faculty, the Director is responsible for providing leadership for the educational program and implementing the program in accordance with Maryland Board of Nursing policies. Learning outcomes are maintained at a level to meet approval standards of the Maryland Board of Nursing ( MBON) and Howard Community College ( HCC). Standards and criteria for accreditation through the Accreditation Commission for Education In Nursing, Inc. are maintained and reviewed on a regular basis to assure compliance. Maintain a reduced teaching load consistent with a 12-month faculty director position.

Provide leadership to the faculty in curricular and student issues
Review curriculum materials and instructional processes for consistency and quality
Serve as initial resource when student problems are not resolved
Establish unit goals and generate plans of action to affect curriculum
Participate in the revision of core work to reflect the mission, goals and objectives of the college
Recommend full and part-time faculty appointment
Coordinate teaching schedules of full-time faculty, and staff
Evaluate full-time faculty and staff per college policy and procedures
Oversee coordination of teaching schedules for part-time faculty
Oversee evaluation of part-time faculty per college policy and procedures
Assist with the assignment of substitute instructors, as necessary
Participate in the preparation and administration of the budget
Formulate and implement policies pertinent to the program, including, but not limited to:
Admission and progression
Advanced standing
Transfer and articulation
Withdrawal
Reinstatement
Evaluation
Graduation requirements
Competency in oral and written communication of the English language
Facilitate written agreements with cooperating agencies
Assure that all publications pertaining to the nursing program are clear, accurate, and current
Ensure that all students participating in clinical practice settings meet the functional abilities to provide safe client care.
Conduct regular meetings with nurse faculty keeping minutes showing activities, recommendations and decisions.
Attend nursing meetings concerned with Associate Degree Nursing and Practical Nursing at regional, state, and national levels.
Submit required reports to MBON, accreditation agencies, and other reports and surveys as requested
Verify current Maryland licensure and educational credentials of full and part-time faculty
Provide orientation program for full and part-time nursing faculty and staff
Conduct classroom and clinical visitations for nursing faculty and recommend faculty development workshops
Recommend course substitutions and waivers for students
Participate in student recruitment, advisement and retention efforts
Prepare and confirm list of candidates eligible to write licensing examination for NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN
Convene and Chair Nursing Advisory Board
Oversight of progression from associate degree nursing to the baccalaureate degree
Performs all duties while considering the impact of any actions on the college's sustainability initiatives in the areas of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic prosperity.

* Current licensure as a registered nurse in Maryland
* Graduate degree in nursing
* Academic preparation and experience in education
* Academic preparation or experience in administration
* A working knowledge of curriculum and instructional planning, development, and assessment.

Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs. As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only. Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor's degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelor's degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor's degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.

*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.

HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).

Howard Community College ( HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.
HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.