JOB GOAL:
To advance the college's mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
Under limited supervision, the Instructor/Coordinator at the Iowa Medical and Classification Center (IMCC) a state correctional institution, is responsible for coordinating education services, providing on-site supervision of Kirkwood education staff, and providing instruction to incarcerated learners. This person will serve in conjunction with the High School associate director, and Workforce Dean, as a liaison between Kirkwood and the IMCC staff, and with the Iowa Department of Corrections. The Instructor/Coordinator will also provide on-going monitoring and evaluation of classroom instruction and curriculum, as well as input to the selection and purchase of materials, equipment, and overall programing.
The usual work hours for this position is Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm.
Limited Term Position - Continuation of this position is contingent upon future funding from the Iowa Department of Corrections
UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES: * Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
* Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.
* Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.
* Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.
* Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Coordinate IMCC educational services and provide leadership to the IMCC educational staff.
* Represent the Kirkwood education program in collaboration with the IMCC management team, KCC High School associate director and Dean of Workforce Services, and the Iowa Department of Corrections.
* Collaborate with fellow staff to ensure program compliance with accreditation standards, reporting requirements, and policies from the Corrections Education Association (CEA), Kirkwood Community College, and the Iowa Department of Corrections (DOC.)
* Collaborate with fellow educational staff members and IMCC/DOC staff on academic schedules, instructor assignments, and programs of study
* Advise offenders regarding educational opportunities, policies, and procedures, including offender orientation and placement.
* Complete monthly, quarterly and annual reports for DOC.
* Facilitate monitoring processes and activities with DOC and CEA.
* Perform other related work duties as assigned.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:
* Be able and willing to represent the College in the most positive manner with prospective, former, and current students, clients, suppliers, and the community we serve.
* Demonstrate coordinating abilities and organizational skills.
* Have skills in coordinating programs and evaluating professional and clerical staff.
* Possess strong human relations skills and be able to interact with diverse personalities.
* Communicate clearly, concisely, logically, and coherently orally and in writing.
* Deal responsibly and effectively with problems, and exercise independent judgment when making decisions
* Possess ability to adapt to a work situation inside a medium/maximum security institution housing convicted offenders.
* Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
* A current Iowa standard teaching license is preferred but not required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:
* Candidates with prior corrections, adult education, or at-risk teaching experience are preferred.
* Candidates with project management and/or supervisory experience are preferred.
EEO AA/STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, 319-398-5572, [email protected], or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone: (312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: [email protected].
WHY KIRKWOOD:
Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
