CIS Program Director

ECPI University • High Point, NC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

ECPI University is seeking a leader in Computer Information Science (CIS) to oversee the CIS program. This role includes responsibility for instruction, curriculum, student success, expenses, enforcement of policies and procedures, scheduling of classes, and accreditation standards to maintain quality education that meets state and federal requirements and ECPI University guidelines. ECPI University provides a stable work environment, with professional growth opportunities, and competitive benefits.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Computer Information Science or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in the discipline from a regionally accredited educational institution.
• 3-5 years industry experience required.
• Technical skills - Networking, Windows 2012 and above, Linux, Cisco routers and switches.
• Strong academic and professional record.
• Strong active-learning skills for effective instruction.
• Experience in a student-centric and hands-on learning environment.
• The highest levels of integrity at all times.
• Orientation toward results.
• Exemplary interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Computer Information Science preferred.
• CISSP, CEH, CHFI certifications highly desirable.
• 10-15 years career industry experience preferred.
• 2 years teaching or presentation experience a plus.
• SANS/Storage administration, VMWare technologies, and VDI technologies, such as Citrix, is a plus.
• LMS experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides classroom instruction, creating and maintaining an environment conducive to learning using instructional technology and active learning approaches.
• Oversees the academic progression and graduation of students, participating in academic advisement and counseling.
• Identifies opportunities for student participation in professional organizations and competitions.
• Evaluates program performance using various assessments and maintains accurate program records.
• Coordinates the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of program curricula, textbooks, and course content.
• Works with the Campus President to ensure efficient and accurate class schedules.
• Participates in scheduled in-service activities, including training, open houses, orientations, faculty meetings, committees, conferences, and graduation ceremonies.
• Assists in the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and evaluation of faculty.
• Conducts regular faculty meetings and in-services and reviews end-of-course evaluations of faculty.
• Ensures faculty are current in licensure, certification, and professional development.
• Stays current in subject matter through professional development and ensures program faculty remain current in trends, issues, practices, effective teaching strategies, and assessment methods.

Benefits

• Tuition scholarship program available to full-time employees and their immediate family members after 90 days of employment
• Competitive compensation
• Medical/dental benefit plans
• PTO and holiday pay
• 401(k) participation with possible employer contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager