Hocking College · 19 hours ago
Program Manager- Fish Management and Aquaculture Science
Nelsonville, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$55K/yr - $65K/yr
2+ years expHocking College is seeking a Program Manager for Fish Management and Aquaculture Science to serve as the academic administrator and lead entrepreneur responsible for the assigned program. This role involves overseeing the program's operations, managing faculty, and ensuring the sustainability of the program while engaging with students and the community.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Responsible for Hocking College’s Fish Management and Aquaculture Science Program, as well as the live learning labs and entrepreneurial endeavors. This includes various lab sites, fish hatchery, Lake Snowden Recreation Site and supervision of associated Faculty, Hatchery Manager, graduate interns, and student employees
Conducts regular review of all aspects of the program in collaboration with the program’s Advisory Board for continuous quality improvement
Conducts regular review of the program to maximize accreditation opportunities
Responsible for ensuring course fees support the sustainability of the program
Responsible for cultivation of leads, recruitment and enrollment of students in the program
Provide effective day-to-day management and administration of the program
Supervise all faculty and coordinate adjunct assignments including evaluations
Plan and oversee professional development for program faculty
Manage course schedules, assist with faculty and student issues
Communicate college policies and ensure they are followed
Manage aspects of grant funding as needed
Actively engage in Academic Affairs and Institutional activities. Serve on committees as assigned by the Dean
Represent the program to students, prospective students and other interested parties at recruiting events, on and off campus
Work with Career Technical Centers and traditional secondary schools to develop articulation agreements
Collaborate and provide programming for career/program exploration camps including summer camps
Lead efforts to collaborate with the marketing department to develop materials that promote the program (e.g., publications, web page, annual report)
Develops and maintains relevant curriculum to ensure student employability upon program completion
Maintain required credit hours of teaching load per term
Work with students and faculty to resolve conflicts and serve as the second step in grade appeals
Drive student involvement in the advising process by maintaining sufficient advising hours compatible with student schedules; meeting with advisees regularly; advising students struggling with coursework; maintaining appropriate advisee files; directing students to appropriate department and College resources; maintaining confidentiality; evaluating graduation progress and completions. Supervise program advisors to accomplish same
Manage student files including applications. Keep track of student progress in cross disciplines and update student records. This requires working closely with many different offices throughout the College such as Admissions, Student Affairs, Financial Aid, etc
Reviews graduation applications prior to final approval by the Dean
Act as the lead liaison for practicum sites for the program
Responsible for identifying entrepreneurial ventures that are in alignment with curriculum and course outcomes
Responsible for the management of the Lake Snowden Recreation Site in collaboration with other leads, to oversee land management, campground operations
Responsible for identifying and securing grant funds or private contracts to provide for the costs associated with fish management and aquaculture ventures and to generate revenue for the program
Manages purchasing, budgeting, staff, and programming at relevant facilities and field operations
Promotes and publicizes programs and opportunities to include the general public. This includes Leisure Learning programs
Coordinates with faculty and staff within the college regarding use of the facilities
Ensures entrepreneurial ventures are integrated in teaching in academic classes, practicum experiences and management of facilities
Seeks partnership in support for facility maintenance and restoration, including grants and college self-performance on projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Fish Management, Wildlife Management, Zoology, Environmental Science, Aquaculture Science, or closely related field required, Master's preferred
Degree must be from a regionally or nationally accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent as verified by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc
Minimum of 2 years of full-time, professional, field experience in Fish Management, Hatchery Management, or Aquaculture
Evidence of professional development in the field of concentration as demonstrated by activity in professional associations, consultative practice; participation in seminars, workshops, and formal coursework, and individual reading and research
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong technology skills including usage of email, student information system, and learning management system
Organizational, record-keeping, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of subject area
Knowledge of educational theory and application
Knowledge of learners and individual learning styles
Interest in and commitment to the learner-centered educational process
Educational technology skills
Confidentiality
Caring attitude toward students
Learning and self-motivation skills
Willingness to extend self to help students succeed
Knowledge of College resources available to students
Knowledge of organizational structure
Current knowledge of programs, objectives, and requirements
Openness to suggestions for improvement
Attention to detail
Flexibility in dealing with others
Ability to work as a team member
Ability to prioritize work
Behaves in accordance with Hocking College and Academic Affairs mission, goals, and values
Positive attitude
Knowledge of safe working conditions
Company
Hocking College
Hocking College is a school in Nelsonville.
501-1000 employees
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