Program Director, Funeral Service Education

State-of-Georgi; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Annual and sick leave

Retirement options

Flexible benefits package

Job summary

Ogeechee Technical College seeks a Program Director for Funeral Service Education to lead curriculum delivery and accreditation compliance. The role emphasizes maintaining course outcomes, syllabi accuracy, and the use of Blackboard to enhance the student learning experience.

The incumbent will supervise instructional quality, advise students, and participate in program recruitment and budgeting for facilities and equipment. Accreditation standards are central to duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree must be pursued within five years of hire.
• ABFSE accreditation for Funeral Service Education required.
• Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in Georgia.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to student success initiatives.
• Minimum three years of paid work experience in the field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly learning activity planners aligned with course outcomes.
• Review and finalize course syllabi and Blackboard courses.
• Evaluate student progress toward learning outcomes.
• Advise students on academic and occupational curricula.
• Participate in recruitment, enrollment, and retention activities.
• Assist in budgeting for equipment and supplies for classrooms.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Student success focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree within 5 years

ABFSE-credentialed Funeral Service Education

Job description

Program Director, Funeral Service Education

Job Requisition ID: JR0000000741

Number of Openings: 1

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details: COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Program Director, Funeral Service Education

POSITION DESCRIPTION

• Prepare a weekly planner for learning activities that align with the established Student Learning Outcomes for each course.


• Demonstrate the effective use of oral and written communication skills and knowledge of current procedures in course content.


• Review and finalize course syllabi utilizing the Department and program-provided templates.


• Review and finalize the Learning Management System (Blackboard) courses that are used to facilitate and support the student learning experience.


• Evaluate students' progress in attaining Student Learning Outcomes.


• Request and maintain supplies and equipment, as needed to support the learning environment.


• Submit required documentation, such as final grades, attendance records, or other student-related information on a timely basis.


• Ensure compliance with institutional, TCSG, and accreditation standards.


• Establish a classroom environment conducive to student learning and success.


• Advise students on academic and occupational curricula.


• Assess student learning outcomes and program outcomes.


• Participate in the program’s recruitment, enrollment, and retention activities.


• Assist in the budget process of requesting and maintaining instructional equipment and supplies for classrooms/laboratories.


• Committee participation is expected, as well as other department, college, and community projects.


• Participate in professional development activities to enhance skills in various modes of instruction and knowledge of learning.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess an awarded bachelor’s degree, and be willing to obtain a master’s degree within 5 years of date of hire at OTC in any of the qualifying or related fields: Mortuary Science, Biology, Microbiology, Pathology, Psychology, Sociology, or Business Management.


• Must be a graduate of a Funeral Service Education institution accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE).


• Must be a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in the state of Georgia.


• Must possess an academic background consistent with the position of leadership held, that is defined by ABFSE as the following: This will always involve a master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university.


• If a Program Director starts in the position without a master’s degree, the degree must be earned within five years of the date of the initial full-time appointment in funeral service education.


• For program directors earning degrees in colleges or universities outside the United States, the institution awarding the degree must have fulfilled governmental standards that, in the judgment of the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO), are acceptable or similar to those of the ABFSE.


• Must possess and demonstrate effective verbal/written communication skills.


• Strong commitment to student success initiatives.


• Three years of paid work experience working or teaching in the field.

ABFSE Expectations/Requirements

• Communication with ABFSE office includes timely responses to letters/communication, etc.


• Compliance with Accreditation standards and ABFSE Policy Manual


• Monitor curriculum subject areas and distribution within the program, including embalming, funeral directing, and RA requirements.


• Ongoing data collection for and maintenance of a comprehensive written assessment plan.


• Monitoring NBE pass rates, graduation rates, and job placement info (program must maintain, calculate, and explain how it has utilized the info for planning and assessment purposes).


• Timely submission of Annual Report with program demographics, attrition, and program change information.


• Survey of graduates and employers.


• Facilitating an advisory board.


• Represent institution/program at the annual ABFSE conference.


• At the appropriate intervals, ensure that self-study is completed and submitted and site visit details are coordinated.


• Know the ABSFE Manual and the Standards.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior college-level teaching experience with evidence of effective and student-centered instructional practices.


• Experience with the development and delivery of academic courses in both online and traditional modalities.


• An awarded master's degree in one of the following qualifying fields: Mortuary Science, Biology, Microbiology, Pathology, Psychology, Sociology, or Business Management.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees, work experience, and The Commission on Colleges and University (Formerly SACSCOC) Faculty Credential Guidelines.

The successful candidate may be asked to teach in various modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, and online).

The successful candidate may be required to travel to and teach classes at any Ogeechee Technical College location or oversee student learning experiences at approved clinical sites.

In programs that require professional licensure, an active, unencumbered license must be provided by the applicant during the interview process.

SALARY/BENEFITS

Commensurate with qualifications.

Benefits include paid state holidays, annual and sick leave, retirement options, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits package.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open Until Filled

RECRUITMENT AND BACKGROUND CHECKS

• All positions require a pre-employment criminal background investigation, education, and employer/professional reference checks.


• Some positions may additionally require a motor vehicle record search, credit history check, and/or drug screen.


• All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENTS

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG).

The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Ogeechee Technical College is an equal opportunity employer.

All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered.

At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

Minimum Qualifications: A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university *and* Five (5) years of experience in management or the defined departmental area.

EEO STATEMENTS

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.

Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

ABOUT GEORGIA STATE GOVERNMENT

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.