Chair

Manage all elements of the west greenhouse and the designated academic program, including enrollment management, program administration, instructional quality, and human resource management ensuring coordination with academic and non-academic departments.

• Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes;
• engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service;
• participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College's mission and strategic plan initiatives;

conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT

Oversee all production phases of the greenhouse located on the west end of the Busse Technology Building on the Fort Wayne campus.

Create growing cycle plans / calendars that meet the college's goals and demands (for the agriculture and culinary programs)

Give input on key decisions and / or will be asked and to make key decisions based on their expertise

Provide expert opinion on specific plants, growth, etc. in the Greenhouse

Keep greenhouse and surrounding areas clean and presentable at all times

INSTRUCTION

Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives and program learning outcomes.

Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.

Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required. Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices.

Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.

Use Learning Management System (e.g. IvyLearn) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.

Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.

RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS

Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.

Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts;

provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.

Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2).

Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.

Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline / focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.

Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH

Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college's relationships within its service area as appropriate for department / school / college.

Develop community / industry / business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and school.

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT

Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditations, and grant-related projects.

Support and engage with Systems Office on projects related to the program and the greenhouse which may required significant time and input.

Support and engage with Workforce Alignment and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).

Attend commencement and participate as assigned by campus administration.

Participate in college / campus-wide meetings and departmental / school / faculty meetings.

Participate in career service and alumni activities.

Adhere to college and campus academic policies.

ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT

Review and analyze program data as related to completion and retention.

Determine and lead action steps positively impacting retention.

Support development of student internships and other real-work experiences to support the curriculum and student experiential learning.

Assure quality of discipline-specific dual credit courses within the local high schools. See ASOM 4.3 - Credit Transfer Awarding / Dual Credit for listing of specific responsibilities.

Create course schedules conducive to student learning and student access, in consideration of the needs of Workforce Alignment;

and maximizing utilization of existing classroom and laboratories.

PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION

Complete annual Program Review, which includes analysis of trend data and resources.

As appropriate, engage internally and externally with employers and other economic sector experts, deans, vice presidents, and as a member of the statewide curriculum committee to ensure alignment of quality, relevant, and market-driven curriculum.

Maintain office administrative hours in accordance with the faculty loading guidelines in ASOM 7.2 - Faculty Job Descriptions and Loading.

Coordinate program advisory committees and assure broad-based membership and participatory agendas.

If applicable, oversee equipment purchases and maintenance and supplies for instructional laboratories.

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Coordinate recruitment, evaluation, and development of full-time and adjunct faculty with Human Resources and the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs (or designee).

Review and respond to faculty, staff and student issues.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Strong team player, willing to collaborate with faculty and staff outside the program area
• Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction, faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.

1, below, as applicable to the specific area of instruction.

Conducts all activities with an appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.

Agriculture Program Standard :

A qualified faculty member in Agriculture meets the School of Technology criteria :

1. Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution,

in the fields of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Agriculture Education, Agricultural

Economics, Agricultural Systems Management, Agronomy, Animal Science, Botany,

Horticulture, or Plant Science; or

2. Possesses a current Workplace Specialist License granted by the Indiana Department of

Education appropriate to course objectives and directly linked to credentials, certifications,

and competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR), or

3. Possesses an earned associate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution

directly related to the program's discipline, and has two years of directly related work

experience.

AGRI 110 Course Standard :

A qualified faculty member teaching Introduction to Agricultural Business and

Economics possesses an earned master's or higher degree, from a regionally

accredited institution, in Agricultural Economics, or Agriculture Education or a

Master of Business Administration (MBA).

AGRI 111 Course Standard :

A qualified faculty member teaching Crop Production possesses an earned

master's or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in Agronomy,

or Agriculture Education.

AGRI 112 Course Standard :

A qualified faculty member teaching Fundamentals of Horticulture possesses an

earned master's or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in

Horticulture, or Agriculture Education.

AGRI 113 Course Standard : A qualified faculty member teaching Animal

Agriculture possesses an earned master's or higher degree, from a regionally

accredited institution, in Animal Science, or Agriculture Education.

AGRI 114 Course Standard :

A qualified faculty member teaching Introduction to Agricultural Systems

possesses an earned master's or higher degree, from a regionally accredited

institution, in the fields of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Agricultural

Systems, Management, Agronomy, Animal Science or Agricultural Economics, or

Agriculture Education.

AGRI 209 Course Standard :

A qualified faculty member teaching Agricultural Commodity Marketing meets

the course standard through one of two routes :

1. Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally

accredited institution, in the fields of Agricultural and Biological

Engineering, Agriculture Education, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural

Systems Management, Agronomy, Animal Science, Botany, Horticulture,

Plant Science, or other agriculture related discipline; or

2. Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally

accredited institution and holds a Series 3 commodity futures broker

license from NASD.

AGRI 210 Course Standard :

A qualified faculty member teaching Management Methods for Agricultural

Business possesses an earned master's or higher degree, from a regionally

accredited institution, in Agricultural Economics, or Agriculture Education or a

Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Other Requirements :

Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.

Official transcripts required upon hiring.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status.

As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions.

Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

Last updated : 2023-09-30