A full-time faculty is responsible for delivering instruction in various formats (on-line, in person, videoconferencing, or any combination of methods) in the discipline(s) for which she/he has been employed. Instruction may take place at any of the college’s campuses, at a clinical partner facility, or at a designated temporary location. Faculty also provide academic advising and facilitate student success. Technology tools are routinely used to communicate with and support students.

Faculty participate in divisional and institutional activities related to the college’s mission, engage with communities of interest, and promote college programs.

Faculty serving as department coordinators have agreed to accept certain administrative responsibilities in addition to their faculty responsibilities. The department coordinator provides leadership for specific discipline(s), ensures that the area operates smoothly, and oversees the part-time faculty teaching in the area.

This is a 12-month faculty position.

Faculty Essential Functions

• Must be able to deliver instruction and evaluate student learning in all instructional delivery formats offered by the specific department at the college and at any of its teaching locations. Formats include but are not limited to in-person, online, hybrid, live streaming, and clinical.

• Within a minimum workweek of 37.5 hours, faculty are expected to teach a minimum of 15 hours and hold in person and virtual office hours as defined in College Policy.
• Maintain an environment conducive to learning.
• Be responsible for course and, when appropriate, laboratory preparation.
• Actively participate in curriculum and program development, revision and evaluation.
• Provide academic advising to students with an emphasis on retention and success.
• Remain current in the teaching area(s) through appropriate professional development activities.
• Actively participate on divisional and institutional committees.
• Collaborate in building and maintaining relationships within and beyond the institution.
• Contribute appropriately to pursuit and achievement of program, division, and institutional mission and strategy.

• Support development, oversight of programs and services that result in enrollment, progression, retention and graduation growth for the service area.

Coordinator Essential Functions

• Monitor curriculum development, improvement, and evaluation, including program review, Academic Audit, and student learning outcomes assessment for the disciplines in the department.
• Oversee department planning/evaluation and document meetings.
• Determine staffing needs and work with the dean and executive vice president/provost to recruit and hire faculty with an emphasis on maintaining diversity.
• Assist in the orientation, supervision, and evaluation of part-time faculty.
• Assist the dean in collaborating with extended services personnel to schedule department course offerings for all college locations.
• Participate in the articulation of courses and programs with other educational institutions.
• Work with discipline lead faculty to ensure that materials, supplies, equipment, and book orders are available at all campus locations.
• Assist the division dean in the resolution of student grievances related to academic policies, procedures, and personnel in the area.

Supplemental Functions

• Actively participate in institutional and, as appropriate, community activities that support the institution's mission.
• Support and follow Columbia State's, TBR and other applicable policies and guidelines.
• Continue to develop professionally.
• Utilize technology as a tool for enhancement of operation, instruction and services.

Education, Training, and Experience Required:

• Associates degree minimum (Bachelors in EMS or related field preferred)
• Tennessee Paramedic license (or eligible) without history of revocation, denial or suspension of licensure
• Paramedic Instructor/Coordinator endorsement (or eligible)
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications (or equivalent)
• Minimum two (2) years (full-time equivalent) work experience in the pre-hospital environment

This position is based at the Columbia, TN Campus

About Columbia State Community College:

As Tennessee’s first community college (established in 1966), Columbia State is committed to student success both in and out of the classroom, as well as economic and community development in our nine-county service area. Columbia State is a member of the Tennessee Board of Regents.  

Columbia State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 14 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

Columbia State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies:

Executive Director of Human Resources
humanresources@columbiastate.edu
1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia, TN 38401
931-540-2501