Program Director, EMS

Dorsey College-posted 3 months ago

Full-time • Manager

Madison Heights, MI

251-500 employees

Educational Services

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The Program Director is responsible for providing leadership and program coordination for the students and faculty in the program. This position is also responsible for fostering positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The Program Director will work with the instructors and supporting staff to ensure compliance with mandates set by the Institution and all accrediting and approving bodies.

Actively engage in retention activities including identifying at risk students
Documented communication with both students and faculty regarding attendance and progress
Assist students with academic advice, and mentor instructors on effective academic counseling as needed
Ensure student documents meet site standards for clinical placement by delegating to appropriate personnel
Assist Regional Managing Director with preparation of reports for state and federal agencies, maintain supply inventory, anticipating department needs, and maintain requisitions
Carry out departmental functions and participate in professional meetings and events
Create and nurture effective communication within the organization
Actively participate in the recruitment of faculty/staff
Hire, train and be a motivating mentor to staff, may be required to teach when needed
Build a strong team through open communication and by collaborating on decision-making responsibilities
Collaborate with the program advisory committees and maintain positive communications within the career field
Provide and/or coordinate student instruction on special topic workshops not covered by the academic faculty
Assist students with navigating Platinum as needed
Utilize resources available to coach students through their academic challenges
Plan programs from start to finish, including identifying processes, deadlines and milestones
Assist students in preparation to challenge the National Registry exam after program completion
Other duties as assigned

Bachelor's Degree required, Master's preferred
Three (3) years' work experience in a post-secondary institution
One (1) academic year full-time teaching experience in post-secondary institution
Current and Valid registered / Licensed Instructor

Experience managing teams through long, complex program implementations
Knowledge of current program management methods and best practices
Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills
Experience with industry-standard project management software and tools
Ability to monitor performance and collaborate with program teams to determine ways to improve
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills as well as active, empathetic listening
Ability to motivate, guide, and help students complete their program of study and faculty to mentor and educate

Tuition discounts for Dorsey programs (employee, spouse, and dependent)
Tuition discount opportunities for select on-line Lindenwood University degrees for employees that qualify
Comprehensive benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, and 403b retirement plan
Eleven Paid holidays: MLK Jr. day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Thursday - Friday), Christmas Eve and Christmas Days (as observed), and New Year's Eve and New Year's Day (as observed)

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