Job Description

 

The Hospitality Services Management Adjunct Instructor is responsible for the planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities.  They will provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise. The Instructor will adhere to the general and adjunct faculty guidelines as specified by the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees and the Drake State Community and Technical College Personnel Handbook.

This is a "continuous" posting and does not have a closing date.  Applications are continuously accepted and candidates are interviewed and hired based on the need of the College.
 
Salary: Appropriate placement of Local Salary Schedule "L" at $32.46 per contact hour

Work Hours: Classes are taught day, evening, and weekends on the Huntsville campus. In addition, multiple forms of distance education are offered.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The Culinary Arts/Hospitality Services Instructor shall perform the duties as specified in conformity with policies established by the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees and the Drake State Community and Technical College Faculty and Staff Handbook: 

• Provide quality classroom and lab instruction in the area of Hospitality Management and/or Culinary Arts
• Inform students concerning course requirements, evaluation procedures, attendance requirements and academic progress 
• Seek continuous improvement in curriculum, instruction, and resources 
• Assist with recruitment, retention, program completion, and other student success efforts 
• Participate fully in the institutional planning process and assist in carrying out the overall instructional mission of the College 
• Prepare and grade assignments, projects, and examinations 
• Assist in outreach, advising, and registration as needed 
• Maintain an inventory of assigned equipment and supplies 
• Serve on college committees when requested 
• Submit required reports to the Division Chair, Assistant Dean of Instruction, or Dean of Instruction 
• Inform students of educational and occupational opportunities 
• Provide a proper instructional environment and maintain good human relations in the classroom and/or online so that learning is more effective and engaging
• Maintain student records as appropriate 
• Participate in faculty and professional organizations 
• Recommend library books and other instructional materials 
• Maintain and develop relationships with business and industry and Advisory Board members
• Conduct Advisory Board meetings twice a year
• Maintain compliance with college and program-related accreditation and certification standards 
• Retain and submit documentation as requested to support accreditation efforts 
• Perform other work-related responsibilities as assigned by the Division Chair, Assistant Dean of Instruction, Dean of Instruction, and/or the President 

Job description may be modified or altered at any time by management.

 

Qualifications

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:     

• Minimum of an earned Associate’s Degree in Hospitality Management and/or Culinary Arts from a regionally accredited institution
• Servsafe Certified and ServSafe Alcohol Certified
• Minimum of three (3) years of full-time work experience in the field

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information
• Excellent oral, auditory, and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills 

and the public 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Earned Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Technical Education or a related field from a regionally accredited institution
• Certification by the American Culinary Federation as a certified chef or certified culinary educator
• Teaching experience at a college or university 
• Teaching experience teaching in an online environment
• Management experience

 

Application Procedures/Additional Information

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the NEOED on-line application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:

• An on-line application
• Current resume
• Copy of college transcripts (Transcript must confirm applicant meets educational requirements.)

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
Please Note: If an applicant submits more than one application packet, only the most recently submitted application packet will be reviewed.

Background Check Requirement
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and agree to a non-refundable fee of $24.40 for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

IMPORTANT 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. Only applications received during the open period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalists will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Drake State Community and Technical College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

All applicants must have an on-line and completed application packet by the deadline date. All applications received will be screened and interviews scheduled by appointment only. All applicants must adhere to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense.  Applicants must demonstrate written proficiency in English as part of the on-campus interview process. Drake State Community and Technical 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.

Drake State Community and Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Drake State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Drake State reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding. Drake State compiles information about safety and security and publishes an annual report.  This report can be found on the website by accessing the crime and safety report link.  The link can be found on the Drake State home page by clicking the “About Drake State” tab and then selecting the “Campus Security Report” link.  A copy can also be obtained by contacting the Director of Operations at 256-551-5210.

The College reserves the right to fill the position within (120) days of the job announcement stated closing date or to not fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.

 

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