Job Description
We have an opening for a
Program Coordinator - Health Sciences at our Chattanooga State campus! Our Purpose - We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.
Our Values We cultivate a welcome and caring environment.
We Care About The Well-being Of Each Other. We instill trust through integrity and transparency.
We encourage fearless innovation and resilience.
We collaborate to build a better future.
Our Mission - We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations. Together, we enrich the lives of students, and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future.
Position Summary The Health Science Program Coordinator provides visionary leadership and administrative oversight for the Health Sciences Program within the Nursing & Allied Health Division. This role ensures academic excellence, program compliance, and student success while also serving as the primary instructor for all didactic courses within the program. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in leadership and management, health sciences education, a commitment to student-centered learning, and the ability to manage both instructional and operational aspects of an academic program.
Essenial Functions Holistic Student Support - Oversees advising, academic planning, and support systems to ensure student success and program retention.
- Collaborates with internal support services such as Admissions, Student Support Center, Career Services, TCAT, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, and more.
- Engages in student recruitment, orientation, and mentoring initiatives.
- Maintains open communication with students to monitor academic progress, address concerns, and ensure equitable outcomes.
- Provides mentorship to students
Fiscal Stewardship - Manages the program budget in alignment with NAH division and college goals.
- Maintains records for compliance, budgeting, and reporting.
- Monitors and manages instructional supplies, and for program delivery.
Organizational Culture - Promotes a collaborative, student-centered culture within the program and across the division.
- Develops accountability practices that support continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Collaborates with the dean and other program directors on strategic planning and quality assurance.
Teaching Excellence and Program Innovation - Serve as primary instructor for all didactic courses in the Health Science Program.
- Leads curriculum development, course scheduling, and instructional delivery to ensure alignment with industry and accreditation standards.
- Coordinates adjunct faculty recruitment, onboarding, and professional development.
- Oversees programmatic assessments and participates in institutional effectiveness activities.
- Ensures the program complies with licensure, certification, and accreditation requirements.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities - Strong leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to build consensus and foster collaboration among faculty and staff.
- Effective communication.
- Knowledge of health science education, licensure/accreditation standards, and best practices in student support.
- Ability to analyze data for decision-making and continuous program improvement.
- Proficient in managing budgets, schedules, and program operations.
- Skilled in time management, multitasking, and administrative procedures.
- Commitment to student-centered leadership.
Required POSITION QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor’s degree in Health Science or related discipline
- Minimum of three years teaching or clinical experience in a Health Science profession
- Demonstrated leadership experience in academic or healthcare settings
Preferred - Master’s degree or higher in Health Science, Education, or related field
- Experience with program accreditation processes (e.g., CoARC, CAAHEP, ACEN)
- Experience in community college or higher education administration
Salary Range: $43,037 - $53,797
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