Academic Development Manager

Howard Community College

tuition reimbursement, 403(b)

United States, Maryland, Baltimore

Dec 20, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

About Us	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!
Position Title	Academic Development Manager
FLSA	Exempt
FT/PT	Full Time
Hours Per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	M-F 8:30-5:00
Grade	15
Minimum Compensation	$65,449
General Responsibilities	Oversee the development and maintenance of course curriculum across all programs in collaboration with area program managers. Develop and deliver faculty professional development programs, ensuring alignment with current trends in adult and language education. Serve as a key member of the adjunct hiring and onboarding team. Teach up to 10 hours per week. Supervise hourly academic support positions. Participate in student intake, adjunct hiring, course assignments, evening and weekend class support, semester start-ups, and end-of-the-semester activities.
Work Performed	Teach 5-10 hours per week, which may include evenings or weekends. Curriculum Development: In collaboration with program managers, oversee the development and implementation of course curriculum, including scope and sequence, learner profiles, and pre-/post-tests. Work with program managers on the selection of appropriate textbooks and coordinate the distribution of associated physical and digital resources for all classes. Faculty Professional Development: Develop and implement a yearlong staff development program for all instructors in collaboration with program managers. Maintain current knowledge of new developments, research, and methodologies in the field to inform identification of programmatic professional development needs. Develop and present professional development sessions as needed. Faculty Recruitment and Onboarding: Work with program managers to recruit, interview, and hire faculty. Participate in the assigning of new and returning adjuncts to classes each semester. Onboard new adjunct faculty, ensuring all required trainings are completed and overseeing the mentoring program. Faculty Evaluation: Oversee the teacher/program evaluation process, including new teacher mid-semester evaluations, end-of-the-year course evaluations, mid-year program evaluations, and end-of-the-year program evaluations. Conduct faculty observations in conjunction with the Languages & Culture curricular leadership team each semester. Programmatic support: Serve as the primary point-of-contact for Intensive ESL adjuncts, answering questions and providing updates on deadlines and programmatic requirements. Serve as an international (F-1) visa student advisor. Participate in unit registration sessions, start-ups, and end-of-the-semester activities. Supervise part-time academic support positions.
Minimum Education Required	Bachelor's degree
Minimum Number of Years Experience Required	5
Other Knowledge Required	Minimum of five years of adult basic skills or language education in a post-secondary institution. Minimum of 3 years of experience in course and curriculum development in adult basic skills or language education. Professional development presentation experience and mentoring experience required. Demonstrated organizational skills and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Regular attendance is a requirement of this job. Performs all duties while considering the impact of any actions on the college's sustainability initiatives.
Working Conditions	Evening and weekend hours may be required to teach classes, supervise teachers, train personnel, offer professional development, and meet student registration needs.
Supervisory Postion?	Yes
Division	Workforce, Career, and Community Education - NEW
Department	Workforce, Career, and Community Education DEPT - NEW

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	B434P
Number of Vacancies	1
Best Consideration Date	01/03/2025
Job Open Date	12/20/2024
Job Close Date	01/03/2025
Open Until Filled	Yes
Job Category	Staff
Benefits Summary	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.
Applicant Instructions	*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).
Quick Link for Internal Postings	https://howardcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/4400
EEO Statement	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.