Position Summary The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Instructor/Program Director is responsible for leveraging their expertise to develop, maintain, and deliver education services to students through creating and maintaining core curriculum, ensuring delivery of core curriculum, preparing course plans and material, supervising staff, and oversight of the Program. The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Instructor/Program Director will monitor and manage student progress and attendance, student advising, and grade reporting. The Instructor/Program Director will also ensure continued compliance with Federal, State, and Institutional accreditation agencies. The DMS Instructor/Program Director will adhere to the guidelines as specified by the Lawson State Community College Policy and Procedures Manual, the President of the college, the Vice President of Instruction, and the Board of Trustees for the Alabama Community College System in addition to the Commission on Accreditation of Health Programs.

Salary Schedule Placement:

Appropriate placement on Salary Schedule D1 IB-IV ($42,108- $94,363) based on education and experience. Summer appointments are based on enrollment- Salary Schedule D1 ($13,001 - $29,184) based on education and experience. Annual Potential Salary including Summer Appointment ($55,109- $123,547)Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Serve in a supervisory capacity by managing administrative details of the program and courses in compliance with Alabama Community College System and the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs Prepare class schedule for each semester Plan and teach classes in DMS, simulated laboratory and clinical in accordance with approved course outlines and program of study Plan clinical rotation schedules Secure new clinical sites with clinical affiliate agreements Advise students academically Counsel and/or conference with students as necessary Maintain accurate student records Maintain licensure and credentials Serve on department, divisional and institutional teams or committees Collaborate with teaching teams in curriculum development, syllabi review, textbook selection, classroom and clinical instruction Accept teaching assignments which may include day, evening and weekend classes and off-campus sites. Achieve and maintain program certification/accreditation by adhering to a systematic plan of evaluation. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor to complete professional development or teaching assignments. The DMS Instructor/Program Director will be expect to work a flexible schedule which may include working difference program assignment courses, and campuses, weekend, days, and evening hours. Qualifications REQUIRED EDUCATION, STANDARDS, AND TRAINING:

Bachelor’s degree of equivalents (Master’s degree in DMS preferred) Minimum of two year of full-time time experience as a registered sonographer in the professional sonography field (Cardiac)

REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, OR SPECIAL CREDENTIALS: Current certification in first aid administration Current Registered Sonographer certification OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS: Exceptional verbal and communication skills Demonstrated literacy in computer technology Ability to travel to all clinical locations Have course work in instructional methodologies, evaluation, and assessment Have proficiency in curriculum development Post and main regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy Participate in faculty discussion about curriculum, teaching-learning techniques, and teaching materials Actively participate on division and college teams and task forces Submit a professional Growth Plan for approval by President prior to pursuing advancement in Rank, in accordance with guidelines for State Board Trustee Policy 605.02 Participate actively and creatively in the activities of the institution Perform other duties as assigned by the Division Chair, Associate Dean, Academic Dean, Vice President, or President The DMS Instructor/Program Director will be expected to work a flexible schedule which may include working different program assignment courses, and campuses, weekends, days, and evening hours. Application Procedures/Additional Information Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the ONLINE application system (

www.lawsonstate.edu

) by the deadline date in order to be considered for the position. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is completed. Application material may not be submitted by fax or email. No previous application files will be transferred for consideration of this position. If you have any questions regarding the application, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (205)929-3408 .

A complete application packet consists of: A cover letter An Online application A current resume A copy of all post-secondary transcripts identifying the

applicant, institution,

and

date degree conferred . If employed, all official transcripts must be received in the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment start date.

Applicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered .

Before an offer is made, the top applicants must provide the following: Employment verification letter(s) from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience. Employment verification letters must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. Work experience verification from a current employer may be delayed until an official offer of employment has been made. Applicants must submit a written request to delay submission or work experience verification from a current employer. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

EEOC, E-VERIFY, AND BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS: Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request. In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and Guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.