DIRECTOR OF TEACHING & LEARNING - HARVEY S. PEELER JR. COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE

One of the country’s most selective public research universities, Clemson University serves a uniquely driven and highly accomplished student body.

Ranked consistently as one of the best national public university by U.S.News & World Report, Clemson is a science- and engineering-oriented college dedicated to teaching, research and service. Founded in 1889, we remain committed both to world-class research and a high quality of life. In fact, 91 percent of our seniors say they’d pick Clemson again if they had it to do over.

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WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director of Teaching and Learning in the College of Veterinary Medicine provides leadership in the Office of Academic Affairs by developing and implementing the overall strategy for faculty teaching and student learning support. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

30% - Non-Essential - Faculty Support:
Lead the implementation of faculty teaching certificates with the Clemson University Office of Teaching Effectiveness and Innovation and the CVM Department Chair. Create an open dialogue with faculty to inform and adjust to their educational professional development needs. Assist college faculty and administration in evidence-based curricular improvements centered on current literature and outcomes assessment data.
25% - Essential - Student Learning Support:
Collaborate with the Professional Development Unit Lead and CVM faculty to create, integrate and implement coursework in the DVM program related to best practices in learning, information resources and studying. Oversee the licensing board preparation and support portion of the curriculum. Collaborate with student services coordinators in the Office of Academic Affairs to deliver the number one student experience.

20% - Essential - Information Resources:
Oversee the collection, programming and study spaces in the CVM Information Resource Center (CVM Library). Act as the liaison to the Clemson University Library System. Promote Clemson University library resources within the CVM.
15% - Essential - Curricular Progress & Innovation:
Collaborate with the Office of Academic Affairs and the Curriculum Committee to assist in curricular implementation and adjustment. Engages in educational research independently and/or in collaboration with others. Represent the CVM professional educational mission on collegiate, university and national committees.
10% - Essential - Supervision & Management:
Supervise a team of people dedicated to supporting faculty and students, including an Instructional Designer, Learning Strategist, and student workers. Manage budget and resources of the CVM's learning resource center.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Bachelor's Degree
Experience - 3+ years of experience in direct faculty and/or student support

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Master's or Doctoral Degree in library or information sciences, higher education administration, or related field.

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Comprehensive Job Knowledge - Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises work of others and may offer recommendations for hiring, termination and pay adjustments but does not have responsibility for making these decisions
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Doesn't provide input but is responsible for monitoring the departmental budget and may manage fund allocation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Walk or move about

Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)

Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)

Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

Recognize or inspect visually

WORKING CONDITIONS:

5% - Overnight Travel

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hrs: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Band: 08 ($ 68,397.00 - $100,000.00)

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

March 2, 2025 at 11:59 pm EST

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.