The University of the District of Columbia Community College (UDCCC) is one of the nation's newest community colleges. We operate as an integral component of the University of the District of Columbia system. We are now in the formative stages of planning/creating a 21st century urban comprehensive community college as part of a re-envisioned, robust public system of higher education in the nation's capital. We are seeking exceptionally qualified, high-energy, dedicated individuals who are committed to the social justice mission of open access higher education. We are building a campus culture grounded in student success, scholarship, respect, genuine collaboration, inclusiveness, transparency, accountability and team-oriented responsibility. Our focus is: Preparation, exploration, service; for life.

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in mortuary science is in the Division of Allied Health, Life and Physical Sciences at the University of the District of Columbia Community College (UDC-CC). The College is seeking a dynamic, patron-centered individual with strong organizational skills and experience in funeral service education.  The individual will serve as Program Director of the mortuary science program.  This is a 9-month tenured track position.  The incumbent will have the option of receiving additional compensation through summer employment. Core courses are held at the University of the District of Columbia Van Ness campus.

Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration: Open to the Public

Position Status: Full-Time, Regular Tenure Track

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: Commensurate with rank and experience

Salary Range: Commensurate with rank and experience

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location: Van Ness Campus, Washington, DC

Brief Description of Duties

The Program Director will teach mortuary science courses, oversee administrative and programmatic responsibilities of the program, assist in the recruitment and selection of full and part-time faculty and assign courses each semester.  The director will provide laboratory and clinical instruction, along with possessing knowledge of human anatomy, chemistry, pathology, and blood borne diseases.  The director must also have knowledge of the safe handling and disposal of hazardous compounds and infectious waste.  The director will ensure that official agreements with industry partners (eg. District funeral homes and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner) are on file and updated.  In addition, the director will oversee the program’s budget and engage in community service and scholarly activities. The candidate will provide input for grant applications, participate in designing and evaluating face-to-face and online courses, provide input for comprehensive program/curriculum review processes and participate in academic advising for current and future students.  The Program Director will also participate in curriculum development and revision, recommend textbooks and other instructional materials, and assist in the development of an effective means of assessing student learning outcomes in accordance with American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE) standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education; An individual must possess a Master's degree and licensure to be considered for an Associate Professor appointment
• Must be a graduate of a mortuary science program accredited by the ABFSE
• Licensed funeral director in the District of Columbia or licensed in a state and is able to obtain licensure in the District of Columbia within two years of hire date.
• At least three years of experience in all aspects of funeral service including, but not limited to, embalming, funeral arrangements, pre-arrangements and cremations
• Current Certified Crematory Operator by the National Funeral Director Association (NFDA) Cremation Association of North America (CANA)
• Experience teaching in an ABFSE accredited mortuary science program within the past three years as related to didactic courses in the science and arts sections of the curriculum
• Experience with instructional technology and online learning including Blackboard

Information to Applicant

Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by National Education Association (NEA) and you may be required to pay an agency service fee through direct payroll deduction.

Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia' s retirement plan (TIAA-CREF).

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity ore expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, genetic information, disability or political affiliation.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability.  Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act.  In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act.  Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated.  Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference:  Applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Residency Preference: The Residency Preference Amendment Act of 1988, D.C. Law 7-203, created a system in which provides that any applicant for employment in the Career or Educational Services who is a bona fide resident of the District of Columbia may claim a residency reference at the time of application. An applicant selected for an appointment based on District residency will be required to submit no less than eight (8) proofs of bona fide District residency. Bona fide District residency must be maintained from the date of appointment to the position for seven (7) consecutive years. Failure to maintain bona fide District residency for the (7) year period will result in forfeiture of employment.

Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation.  The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia.  The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Human Resources Only.

Contact Information:  All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at (202) 274-5020.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University’s EO Policy Statement, please visit: http://www.udc.edu/equal opportunity/.