Job Description
Join our team of dedicated employees focused on student success and transformation!
ACM is a close knit, family-like work environment who care deeply for each other, just as we do our students. Some of the many benefits of working at ACM include ample paid time off, great retirement and insurance options, on site facilities, and opportunities to connect with the community, co-workers, and students.
A downtown center extends our reach into the heart of the community’s business and tourism sector. To learn more about the college visit our website here:
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Division Chairs/Program Directors are full-time, budgeted faculty who work collaboratively with the Associate Dean of Nursing for preparing, teaching, and evaluating courses, participating with other faculty in developing and maintaining courses, curricula, and academic policy; teaching according to Faculty Release and Stipend Policy and facilitating student learning through adherence to the College’s Strategic Plan, Educational Master Plan, Vision, Mission, and Values. This position is a 12 month contract. Administrative Responsibilities and Duties
Academic Strategies
Develops, with assistance of the faculty, new courses and curricula to meet emerging student needs and evaluates on-going courses to determine if they need to be revised or eliminated from the curriculum.
Provides effective leadership for the division/program planning.
Maintains quality of standards for the program as established by the accrediting and/or state agency.
Implementation and tracking core work metrics, learning outcomes assessment, accreditation standards and student evaluations.
Perform other duties as reasonably assigned by the Associate Dean of Nursing and Office of Instructional and Student Affairs.
Responsible for mentoring, supervising, and evaluating full-time and adjunct faculty and staff.
Promote professional development for faculty and staff through the Professional Development Plan (PDP) and the Professional Development Policy and Procedure Manual.
Fosters a positive work environment, promoting collegiality within division/program.
Provide leadership in visioning and strategic planning for the department embracing the College’s Strategic Plan, Educational Master Plan, Vision, Mission, and Values.
Promote and attend College marketing activities such as open-houses, College Fairs, and community sponsored activities.
Provide students and soon to be graduates with career/job opportunity information.
Supports students’ activities and events pertaining to the College and the community.
Division/Program Specific Requirements and Administrative Duties
(Contribute to the Self-Study document.
Works closely with four-year institution nursing administration to continue increase growth within the partnership.
Provides guidance to faculty with various clubs within nursing. (Student Nurses Association, Christian Nursing Association, Honor Society)
Attend the nursing pinning and graduation ceremonies at each campus with nursing graduates.
Master’s Degree or its equivalent (other appropriate certifications) with an academic background in Nursing; Current licensure or eligible for RN licensure within the state of MD or current compact license. At least an earned Master’s Degree or its equivalent (other appropriate certifications) with an academic background in at least on discipline within the division;
· The academic and/or profession credentials, experience, and skills needed to teach college level courses (understanding assessment, SLO’s and PLO’s) in the assigned discipline or professional area;
· Outstanding interpersonal skills including the ability to interact with a diverse range of students (including special needs), colleagues, administrators, and staff;
· Knowledge of Allegany College of Maryland’s Academic Regulations and a variety of teaching delivery methods; Allegany College of Maryland is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to its faculty, staff, and job applicants through non-discrimination in its employment practices including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotional opportunities, compensation, discipline, and termination. Enjoy a robust and rewarding benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and personal growth. Employees have access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with employer contributions, along with valuable financial tools such as Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Dependent Care Expense Accounts, and/or supplemental retirement account options. Retirement planning is further strengthened through participation in Maryland’s State Pension System or the Maryland Optional Retirement Program. Generous educational perks—including tuition waivers for employees and their families, as well as educational assistance for advanced degrees—help you reach your academic goals. With ample paid leave, long-term disability coverage, free and confidential counseling services, and access to campus facilities and bookstore discounts, this benefits package is built to enrich both your professional life and your life beyond work.
