CIST Networking Specialist Instructor/Program Director - Full-time

Program Director–CIST Networking Specialist Columbus Technical College is seeking an individual to serve as the Program Director for the CIST Networking Specialist program. Under general supervision, the program director will teach curriculum, evaluate student learning, remain knowledgeable about advances in cyber security, in learning theory, and in andragogy. This program requires day, afternoon, online, and evening scheduling. This position is full-time/exempt. Additional Requirements May be required to teach high school students May require teaching on or off campus throughout our service delivery area (Muscogee County, Stewart County, Quitman County, Chattahoochee County, Harris County, and Talbot County) May require travel Responsibilities Teach and design engaging courses aligned with the curriculum provided by the Technical College System of Georgia Prepare and provide students with course outlines that support student learning outcomes and objectives set forth in the course syllabus. Develop program and course outlines, goals, and objectives Create an effective learning environment through the use of a variety of instructional methods Collaborate in the development and continued assessment of learning outcomes for use in program reviews and curriculum revision. Participate in division and college wide meetings Participate in college projects, surveys, studies, and reports that relate to the program or college Request and maintain supplies and equipment and prepare required budget requests Collaborate in the development of program and/or discipline promotional materials Maintain program certification requirements Ensure safety and security requirements are met in the training area Prepare and maintain all required documentation and administrative reports Recruit, retain, and graduate students Perform other related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications A Master’s degree from an accredited institution in the teaching discipline (i.e., Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or a related field) OR A Master’s Degree in business with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours or 27 graduate quarter hours in the teaching discipline (i.e., Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or a related field) At least one (1) or more years of work experience in the computer information systems industry. Preferred Qualifications Experience with instruction in a post-secondary setting Experience with learning management systems Certifications in Microsoft (MOS), COMPTIA, A+, Network + AWS Salary/Benefits Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include state holidays, annual leave, and sick leave, State of Georgia Retirement, Health and Flexible Benefits Program. Equal Opportunity Statement Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law. Columbus Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success. For nondiscrimination information, please contact: Dr. Felicia Harris, Title IX Coordinator for Students – View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io Jennifer Thompson, Title IX Coordinator for Employees – View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io Olive Vidal-Kendall, Section 504 Coordinator (ADA/Section 504) – View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io All coordinators can also be reached at Columbus Technical College, 928 Manchester Expressway, Columbus, Georgia 31904-6572. #J-18808-Ljbffr