Academic Program Manager, Criminal Justice Technology

Job Responsibilities Demonstrates thorough knowledge of teaching areas subject matter and teaches courses during the day, evening, Saturday, on campus and off campus, dual-enrolled and online when requested. Evaluates students' progress and maintains accurate administrative records pertaining to classes. Prepares daily lectures. Prepares and evaluates tests, exams, projects, research assignments, and other course assignments. Develop and implement long-range operational and strategic plan for area(s) of responsibility to include curriculum development/revision and course/program implementation and/or elimination.

Develop, implement, manage and evaluate academic program(s) by developing an annual plan of action, evaluating the goals and objectives of the plan, and using results to inform continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws as well as state, system, and college policies and procedures. Develop and maintain operational procedures to comply with such laws and regulations.

Ensure compliance with all accreditation standards related to area(s) of responsibility. Ensure selection of appropriate textbooks/course materials. Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate full-time and adjunct faculty in area(s) of responsibility. Ensure appropriate academic and program data is collected and reported. Make recommendations for organizational efficiency and communicate personnel vacancies. Communicate any personnel issues to the appropriate supervisor. Manage instructional management functions including classroom facilities, clinical/placement sites, and distance education delivery.

Strategically develop academic schedule and assign faculty. Provide leadership and guidance in the management of advisement issues for students by assigning student advisors and monitoring the number of advisees for faculty members. Work with students with academic concerns, and communicate student issues to appropriate supervisors and personnel.

Minimum and Additional Requirements Master's degree in the teaching discipline; or Master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline.

Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.