Veterinary Assisting Dept Head — Lead & Mentor

Bridgerland Technical College; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Bridgerland Technical College in Logan, Utah, seeks a Full-Time Veterinary Assisting Department Head to lead and advance the program onsite. This leadership role combines instruction, program management, and industry collaboration to prepare students for veterinary careers.

You will oversee daily operations, faculty coordination, and curriculum updates while fostering hands‑on, industry-driven training in a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, organizational, and program management skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver engaging, hands‑on instruction.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, employees, employers, and community partners.
• Commitment to professionalism, integrity, safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the Veterinary Assisting department.
• Coordinate class schedules, faculty assignments, staffing needs, and departmental resources.
• Conduct regular department meetings and maintain appropriate records.
• Recruit, mentor, support, and evaluate faculty and staff.
• Coordinate teaching assignments and provide coverage during employee absences.
• Develop departmental goals and monitor progress toward student and program outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with college policies, accreditation standards, publication requirements, and health and safety regulations.
• Plan and deliver engaging, hands‑on instruction aligned with approved course outlines.
• Supervise students in classrooms, laboratories, and clinical learning environments while maintaining safe animal handling practices.
• Foster an engaging learning environment that promotes professionalism, compassion, teamwork, and critical thinking.
• Monitor student attendance, academic progress, technical competencies, and workplace readiness.
• Identify students needing additional support and coordinate appropriate interventions.
• Support graduates by sharing employment opportunities and assisting with career placement efforts.
• Maintain accurate student records and report completion, placement, and other required outcomes in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with faculty to develop, implement, evaluate, and improve curriculum and instructional materials.
• Ensure coursework reflects current veterinary practices, technology, safety standards, and employer expectations.
• Encourage innovative teaching methods that support diverse learning styles.
• Build and maintain relationships with veterinary clinics, hospitals, shelters, industry partners, and community organizations.
• Coordinate and participate in advisory committee meetings.
• Incorporate employer feedback and emerging industry trends into program improvements.
• Develop opportunities for guest speakers, clinical experiences, and community partnerships.
• Develop and manage the department budget while ensuring responsible use of resources.
• Order and maintain instructional materials, laboratory supplies, equipment, and educational resources.
• Maintain accurate inventories and submit required departmental reports.
• Coordinate maintenance, repair, and replacement of laboratory equipment.
• Ensure instructional facilities remain organized, safe, and conducive to student learning.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Communication

Curriculum development

Team coordination

Education

Technical credential in Veterinary Technology

Bachelor's degree or higher

Current veterinary assisting certification/licensure

Job description

Bridgerland Technical College in Logan, Utah, seeks a Full-Time Veterinary Assisting Department Head to lead and advance the program onsite. This leadership role combines instruction, program management, and industry collaboration to prepare students for veterinary careers.

You will oversee daily operations, faculty coordination, and curriculum updates while fostering hands‑on, industry-driven training in a supportive learning environment.