Program Director - Nuclear Technology

Tennessee Board of Regents•Oak Ridge, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Roane State Community College is seeking a Program Director to lead and develop its two-year Nuclear Technology Program. The position oversees program administration, curriculum and instruction, faculty coordination, laboratory operations, student success, accreditation, and continuous improvement to ensure high-quality education aligned with nuclear-industry and regional workforce needs. The director manages day-to-day program operations, including scheduling courses and staffing faculty; recruiting, supervising, and developing faculty; teaching selected courses or laboratory sections as needed; and maintaining instructional equipment and facilities under established safety practices. The role also includes advising students, supporting recruitment and student success, and coordinating internships, apprenticeships, plant tours, and employment opportunities. The director assesses learning and program outcomes, maintains programmatic accreditation, identifies instructional and equipment needs, and supports grant development, implementation, and reporting. The director builds partnerships with employers, educational institutions, and community organizations; convenes the program advisory board; and uses stakeholder input to inform curriculum, improvement, and long-term planning. The position is based at the college’s Oak Ridge campus and requires frequent off-campus travel for industry engagement, student recruitment, and program development. The director must be available for evening and weekend teaching and program activities as needed.

Requirements

Teaching or training experience in a Nuclear Technology-related field.
At least four years of experience in the Nuclear Technology field.
Experience in project and grant writing, management, and reporting.
Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Technology, Nuclear Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related discipline.
Ability to work effectively with students of all ages and demonstrate flexibility and collegiality.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of and commitment to safe laboratory operations and instruction.
Knowledge of the mission of community colleges, particularly in career and technical education.
Willingness to work with diverse student populations across ages, ethnicities, and academic abilities.
Computer skills, including familiarity with Desire2Learn or other course management systems, design and process simulation software, and process control software.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Nuclear Technology, Nuclear Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related discipline.
Twenty or more years of experience in Nuclear Technology-related positions, particularly in a process environment.
Teaching experience in postsecondary education programs.
Professional Engineering License or a master’s degree in an appropriate engineering discipline.

Responsibilities

Direct the activities and maintain the two-year Nuclear Technology Program; develop program organization through regular team meetings.
Coordinate class schedules and faculty staffing, and identify needs and strategies for program improvement and growth.
Represent the program to industry partners, external constituents, and other stakeholders.
Teach selected Nuclear Technology courses as needed, including evening and Saturday classes.
Direct course curriculum, select textbooks, approve instructor syllabi, develop new courses, and identify curriculum enhancements.
Conduct instructor training and collaborate with area high schools on dual-enrollment opportunities.
Evaluate faculty applications and recommend candidates for hire; observe adjunct faculty instruction and laboratory practices; provide training, guidance, and feedback.
Coordinate faculty development and instructional alignment through meetings and training sessions.
Select instructional materials, equipment, and instruments; oversee their purchase, installation, use, and handling.
Identify equipment, technology, and training needs; recommend equipment and training expenditures; promote safe laboratory operations.
Advise Nuclear Technology students on courses, degree and certificate options, internships, study skills, and academic and career matters.
Coordinate soft-skills sessions, plant tours, and enrichment activities; support recruitment in collaboration with admissions and student success personnel.
Coordinate student internship and employment placement; establish internship and apprenticeship opportunities and strengthen employment pipelines.
Provide facility tours and presentations to prospective employers and maintain relationships with employers and industry organizations.
Assess course-level and program-level learning outcomes; develop and administer a major field examination; ensure compliance with applicable ATMAE accreditation standards and maintain required documentation.
Use assessment results and stakeholder feedback to guide program improvement.
Develop expenditure recommendations and equipment and training justifications for grant applications; prepare program sections of grant applications and support grant implementation, reporting, and documentation.
Identify funding opportunities that support program sustainability, development, and instructional quality.
Convene the program advisory board at least twice annually, recruit members, and maintain stakeholder participation.
Deliver presentations and recruit prospective students through community and employer organizations; serve as liaison among the program, students, employers, educational partners, and community.