Program Director - Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program (OTD) - Remote

South College; Knoxville (TN); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in higher education is seeking a dynamic Program Director for its Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program. This leadership role involves overseeing day-to-day operations, faculty recruitment, and curriculum development while ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. The ideal candidate will possess a doctorate in a relevant field, extensive experience in Occupational Therapy, and a passion for fostering a culturally diverse educational environment. Join a forward-thinking institution dedicated to transforming lives through education and healthcare training.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution.
• 8+ years of experience in Occupational Therapy, including faculty roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and program goals.
• Mentor faculty and oversee program budget and resources.

Skills

Leadership in Occupational Therapy Education

Curriculum Development

Faculty Recruitment and Development

Program Assessment and Review

Knowledge of Accreditation Standards

Active Occupational Therapy License

Understanding of Clinical Practice

Education

Doctorate in Occupational Therapy or Related Field

Job description

Program Director - Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program (OTD) - Remote

Pay: Competitive

Employment type: Full-Time

Job Description

South College invites capable, energetic, outgoing applicants who are focused on transforming the lives of our customers/students! At South College, you will help implement our strategy of “Where Dreams Find Direction!” We are one of the nation’s fastest growing institutions of higher learning with over 6,000 students covering 7 campuses and online learning sites. We are also one of the nation’s highest producers of licensed healthcare professionals offering a myriad of undergraduate and graduate healthcare programs for our students.

The Director of the Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program will serve as the leader and primary academic officer of the program, which is located at our Knoxville Campus. The Director will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and communications; program planning, development, and implementation; faculty recruitment, development, and evaluation; fiscal management; and program assessment and review. The Program Director will provide leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the OTD Program.

The OTD Program Director will hold a full-time administrative appointment with assigned teaching responsibilities and a faculty rank. The OTD Program Director will report directly to the Chief Academic Officer.

The hire date for this position will be Summer 2023.

Qualifications:

1. Earned doctorate in a discipline appropriate for teaching responsibilities from a regionally accredited institution.
2. Senior-level academic experience consistent with program expectations.
3. A minimum of 8 years of full-time documented experience in the field of Occupational Therapy including a minimum of three years of full-time experience as a core faculty member in an ACOTE accredited entry-level Occupational Therapy education program and administrative experience.
4. Understanding of higher education and contemporary clinical practice appropriate for leadership in Occupational Therapy education.
5. Knowledge of legislative, regulatory, legal, and practice issues affecting clinical education, students, and the profession of Occupational Therapy.
6. Occupational therapist with an active, unrestricted license in Tennessee.
7. Active in professional activities at local, state, and/or national levels.
8. South College is committed to building a culturally diverse educational environment. Applicants are requested to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.

Essential Functions

1. Establish and maintain state, institutional, and programmatic (ACOTE) accreditation. Overall responsible for coordinating the Program’s compliance with all expected standards and rules.
2. Develop and maintain a contemporary and evidence-based Doctor of Occupational Therapy curriculum that meets accreditation standards and achieves program goals and expected outcomes.
3. Develop, maintain, and uphold regulations, policies, and procedures that meet accreditation standards and achieve program goals and expected outcomes.
4. Provide leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the OTD Program.
5. Serve as the OTD program’s liaison with Evidence in Motion (EIM), with whom the College is partnering in the delivery of the OTD program.
6. Provide faculty and staff with mentorship and regular evaluations, to include an organized professional development plan in the areas of teaching, research, and service.
7. Plan and administrate the OTD Program budget and financial resources to support the current and anticipated program needs, to include academic and clinical education, faculty, facilities, and equipment needs.
8. Lead strategic planning activities for the OTD Program.
9. Plan and conduct OTD Program faculty meetings.
10. Recruit and retain faculty for the OTD Program.
11. Provide recommendations on continued employment and promotion of faculty in accordance with South College policy.
12. Serve on executive, planning, and standing committees as directed.
13. Represent the OTD Program within the College, the community, and the profession of occupational therapy.
14. Attend South College activities as designated.
15. Other responsibilities as assigned.

About the company

South College is a private for-profit college with its main campus in Knoxville, Tennessee.