Program Director, Natural Resources Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice
Salary: $65,000
I. Position Purpose.
The Director of Natural Resources Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice serves as the
academic administrator for two academic programs. Under the guidance and direction of the
Dean of the School of Natural Resources, this position performs in alignment with the
College’s mission and strategic direction in service to students and their success.
II. Position Duties and Responsibilities.
1.) ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES:
Responsible for the general administration of Hocking College’s Natural Resources Law
Enforcement and Criminal Justice academic programs.
Responsible for recruitment and enrollment of students in both programs.
Conducts regular review of the academic programs to maximize accreditation
opportunities.
Responsible for ensuring course fees support the sustainability of the program.
Conducts regular review of all aspects of the academic programs in collaboration with
the programs’ advisory boards for continuous quality improvement.
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, and assist faculty with 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).
2.) TEACHING AND ADVISING:
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.
3.) MANAGES LEARNING LABORATORIES AND ENTREPRENEURIAL
VENTURES:
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 and water
park operations.
Responsible for identifying and securing grant funds or private contracts to provide for
the costs associated with Criminal Justice and other 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.
III. Qualifications – Education, Experience, and Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Wildlife Management, Natural Resources, NR
Law Enforcement, or closely related field required, Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 2 years of full-time, professional, field experience in working in the fields of
Natural Resources Management or Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement.
Coursework, training, and work experience must be directly related courses including,
but not limited to, Handgun Safety and Proficiency, Fitness, Information Technology,
Criminal Law, Forensic Science (Collection and Preservation of Evidence),
Management and Operations, Administration and Management.
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.
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.
Reasonable accommodations may be requested and reviewed according to the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA).
