Program Chair/Instructor - Textile Technology Program, 9 month

Company: Gaston College
Location: Belmont
Posted on: June 27, 2025

Job Description:

Salary $46,321.00 - $51,956.00 Annually Location Belmont, NC Job Type Full-Time Regular Faculty Job Number 2022-00661 Division Textile Technology Center Department Textile Technology Center Opening Date 06/23/2025 SUMMARY Open until filled- Program Chairs are appointed by the Divisional Academic Dean and are subject to the approval of the Vice President. The Program Chair performs functions essential to the department or program. Compensation may be awarded in the form of release time as recommended by the Divisional Academic Dean and approved by the Chief Officer for Academic Affairs. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform all duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member set forth in the applicable position description. Serve as a content specialist in the area of instruction and demonstrate a visibly active role in maintaining the assigned content area in a comprehensive, current, and responsive manner. Provide day-to-day direction for responsible academic department(s) or program(s) including leading and guiding full- and part-time faculty, addressing and resolving questions and concerns, organizing and executing tasks in support of the department(s)/program(s), and monitoring activities and results. Serve as instructor for related continuing education customized training courses for textile industry professionals. Through a recommendation process, assist the appropriate Divisional Academic Dean in scheduling program classes, recruiting and selecting part-time faculty, developing program budgets, maintaining equipment and supply inventories, and assisting in ensuring facilities security and safety in instructional area(s). Responsible for making recommendations concerning curriculum content revisions, textbook adoptions, and new course offerings, and for assisting with the selection, orientation, and training of new faculty members. Responsible, as assigned by the Chief Officer for Academic Affairs, for assisting Student Affairs in the recruitment of new students, the advisement of in-process students, and the placement of students. Responsibilities may include coordinating and collaborating with other departments, programs, and divisions of the College and/or outside agencies. Organize and lead department/program meetings to share information, coordinate efforts, and promote communication to achieve department/program, division, and/or College objectives. Assist with continuous improvement efforts and projects, which may include areas such as advising, technology application, curriculum development, and program review. Coordinate and assist in answering student questions and concerns and addressing academic-related complaints, appeals, or related matters per applicable policies and established guidelines. For non-academic matters such as those potentially pertaining to Title IX and/or student conduct, consult with the appropriate persons, divisions, or functions in the College for assistance including the Divisional Academic Dean, Vice President, Campus Police and Security, Student Affairs, and/or the Office of Human Resources. Assist the Divisional Academic Dean in collaborating and working with the College’s Marketing Department to plan and execute marketing strategies for the Division. Assist with outreach and recruitment efforts as needed. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS Master of Science degree in Textiles (or related field) from a regionally accredited institution preferred. Bachelors degree in Textiles (or related field) from a regionally accredited institution required. Must meet minimum SACSCOC criteria and the minimum criteria of other pertinent accrediting, licensing, and credentialing agencies in the area of teaching. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS Two years of work experience in textile industry preferred (ex: Product Design, Yarn production, fabric manufacturing, polymer/fiber science). Prior college-level teaching experience preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Generally, works in a traditional climate-controlled office environment and requires the ability to sit for extended periods. Some walking, standing, and bending required, with the ability to lift and maneuver items weighing up to 25 pounds. Frequent standing, walking, stooping, and bending required. Exposure to typical elements associated with textile technologies and related labs Work environment can be stressful at times in dealing with a wide variety of challenges and deadlines. In addition to regular office hours, position sometimes requires overtime and/or evening hours. BENEFITS Gaston College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program. We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that are responsive to the needs of our regular employees. State Health Plan Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program Additional Supplemental Insurances NC State Retirement Plan Supplemental Retirement Plans Disability Benefits, Long- and Short-Term Longevity Pay State Employees' Credit Union Eligibility Leave (Vacation, Sick, FMLA, Civil and Military, Child/Student Involvement, Education, and Voluntary Shared) Paid Holidays Educational Advancement Compensation Tuition Assistance Employee Discount Program Benefits Overview Booklet Please note: Temporary (part-time) employees do not earn benefits.

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