Chair, Occupational Therapy Assistant

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Position Summary Information

Position Title Chair, Occupational Therapy Assistant Position Type Full Time Regular Annual Schedule 12 months Expected Work Schedule Standard Anticipated Days Monday - Friday Anticipated Hours Variable Anticipated Hours per Week 40 Work Location A-B Tech Main Campus Job Description Summary

The Department Chair is responsible for leading and coordinating the activities of the Occupational Therapy Assistant Department.

Duties

1. Supports equity in all aspects.

2. Contributes to a safe and secure campus environment.

3. Supports the Colleges Mission, Vision, Values, and RISE Statement.

4. Maintains compliance with requirements from SACSCOC, the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS), and program accreditors where appropriate.

5. Enforces College policies and procedures.

6. Clearly communicates with all stakeholders.

7. Recruits and hires departmental employees following the guidelines from the Executive Leadership Team and from Human Resources.

8. Develops department schedules and makes teaching assignments.

9. Assists with onboarding for new departmental faculty and staff.

10. Supports ongoing professional development for all departmental faculty and staff.

11. Participates in the Performance Enhancement Process (PEP) for full-time faculty and evaluates adjuncts.

12. Works with departmental faculty and the Coordinator, Curriculum Compliance to ensure curriculum remains relevant, rigorous, and equitable, and that it meets state standards.

13. Identifies and procures appropriate teaching technology.

14. Ensures that all reporting to internal and external agencies is timely and accurate.

15. Oversees Student Learning Outcomes assessment on the department level.

16. Selects and orders textbooks and other course material.

17. Develops and supervises department budgets.

18. Instructs an appropriate course load a maximum of 12 to 14 combined class/lab contact hours per week to allow for sufficient release time to ensure that the needs of the program are being met. With future contact hours reduced 3 to 4 hours during self-study preparation for accreditation, re-accreditation periods and/or other periods of time deemed necessary, serves on campus committees, and advises an appropriate number of students, as determined by the Dean and the Vice President of Instructional Services.

19. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements (Applicant must meet all of the minimum requirements)

1. Masters Degree (awarded by an institution that is accredited by a regional or national accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education).

2. Five years of full-time or equivalent experience in the field of occupational therapy, which must include:

a) Clinical practice as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant.

b) Administrative experience including, but not limited to, program planning and implementation, personnel management, evaluation, and budgeting.

c) Understanding of, and experience with, occupational therapy assistants responsibilities.

d) Scholarship (e.g., scholarship of application, scholarship of teaching and learning).

e) Three years of experience as a faculty member with teaching responsibilities at the postsecondary level by September 1, 2026.

3. Certified Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant with licensure in NC

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience teaching at a NC Community College.

2. Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant Should:

1. Read the following before submitting the Application:

• Application Selection Process
• Technical Support Tips

2. Upload Required Documents:

• When applicable, upload the relevant transcript that correlates to the degree requirement in the minimum requirement or preferred qualifications with in the job posting. The transcript must show the individual courses taken and the degree that is conferred or awarded.

PLEASE NOTE: DIPLOMAS OR A COPY OF DEGREE IS NOT ACCEPTABLE INSTEAD OF TRANSCRIPT

If selected for hire:

• If selected for hire, official sealed transcripts from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education are required to be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work.

• Transcripts outside of the United States, must be accompanied by an evaluation completed by a NACES recognized agency and received by Human Resources at least two weeks prior to the first day of work.

PLEASE NOTE: FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN THE WITHDRAWAL OF THE JOB OFFER.

Why Should I Work at A-B Tech?

A-B Tech is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina and has served as the regions premier two-year college since our establishment in 1959.

With four locations, the College service area includes Buncombe and Madison Counties. We are a family of approximately:

• 10,000 curriculum students
• 14,000 continuing education students
• 1,100 faculty & staff

We offer an array of programs to meet local workforce needs which culminate in:

• 71 degrees
• 30 diplomas
• 122 certificates

A-B Tech is indicative of the modern comprehensive community college providing innovative educational programming and collaborative community development.

If you are dedicated to student and community success, then we invite you to explore employment opportunities at A-B Tech. We hope you will consider joining the A-B Tech Trailblazer family!

A-B Tech Welcoming Culture (R.I.S.E)

A-B Tech commits to demonstrating an inclusive and welcoming culture of Respect, Integrity, Support, and Equity for Everyone.

This is evident by our RISE Committee, the Trailblazer RISE Award, and annual RISE projects including the Welcoming Classroom, Appreciative Advising, and more!

A-B Tech is looking for:

A person who shares our commitment to sustaining a workplace that offers equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability genetic information/medical history, age, and/or veteran/military status. In addition, the College prohibits discrimination based on any characteristic or condition protected by law, but not specifically mentioned here.

Position Summary

Posting Detail Information

Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration) 04/06/2026 Start Date 07/01/2026 Keep Open Until Filled Yes Salary or Hourly Pay Range (Salary is Non-Negotiable) $72,048 - $75,048; Chair Stipend: $525 per month; Retention Bonus: $4,000 per year Total Compensation

Your total compensation goes beyond this maximum salary. Your A-B Tech benefits represent nearly 30% of your total compensation.

The total compensation for this position includes an 24.67% employer contribution to a defined pension plan, contributions towards medical and dental policies and fully funded life insurance / accidental death & dismemberment policy.

Benefits Summary

Medical and Pharmacy Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short and Long-Term Disability

Death Benefits

Life Insurance

Supplemental Policies

Professional Liability

Vacation Leave up to 26 days per year

Sick Leave of 12 days per year

Holiday Leave

All required protected leaves plus: Civil, Bereavement, Parental, Community Service, Maternity/Paternity, Shared, Educational, Military

Tax-sheltered Supplemental Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement Plan

State Employees Credit Union membership

Employee Assistance Network

Annual Flex Benefit

Alternative Work Schedules

Longevity Pay

Educational Attainment

Personal observance leave (2 days)

Questions

A-B Techs Human Resources (HR) department is located on the main campus at the Sunnicrest House. This beautiful Tudor-style Historic house served as a private residence for guests of the Vanderbilt family for the first century of the homes life. Today you will find a professional HR family that is dedicated to ensuring all employees and applicants receive fast and accurate answers, compassion, fairness, and kindness from Monday through Friday 9:00 am 5:00 pm. To ensure a prompt hiring process, please read the application directions located on the HR website. For questions, you may email us at hr@abtech.edu.

We look forward to welcoming you to our A-B Tech family!

Posting Specific Questions

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• • How did you learn of this employment opportunity?

• A-B Tech's Current Employee

• A-B Tech's Former Employee

• A-B Tech's Job Board

• A-B Tech's Job vacancy via e-mail

• A-B Tech's Website

• Family Member or friend

• Higher Ed Jobs

• Historically Hispanic Colleges and Universities

• Indeed

• Job Fair

• Mountain Xpress

• North Carolina Works

• North Carolina Community College System Job Board

• Other

• Western North Carolina (Human Resources Association)

• Please provide specific details, if Other website or Other was selected in the previous question. If not, enter N/A. You must select one option to move forward with your application.

• Please provide specific details, if Other website or Other was selected in the previous question. If not, enter N/A. You must select one option to move forward with your application.

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• • Applicant, it is important that you read the Special Instructions to the Applicants to ensure you follow the required guidelines. If you do not, you run the risk that your application will be disqualified automatically. The Special Instructions to the Applicants is located on this job announcement. Did you read and understand the Special Instructions to the Applicants in its entirety?

• Yes

• No

• • Before submitting your application, did you state clearly in your cover letter and application how you meet each minimum requirements and how you meet any of the preferred qualifications within the job announcement?

• Yes

• No

• • If an unofficial transcript is required for this position, it must be attached to your application or otherwise your application will be disqualified. Did you upload the appropriate unofficial transcript to your application?

• Yes

• No

• Transcript is not required for this job

• • Minimum 1: Do you have a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or related field (awarded by an institution that is accredited by a regional or national accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education)?

• Yes

• No

• • Minimum 2: Do you have five years of full-time or equivalent experience in the field of occupational therapy, which must include the following? 1) Clinical practice as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant. 2) Administrative experience including, but not limited to, program planning and implementation, personnel management, evaluation, and budgeting. 3) Understanding of, and experience with, occupational therapy assistants responsibilities. 4) Scholarship (e.g., scholarship of application, scholarship of teaching and learning). 5) Two years of full-time or equivalent experience in a full-time academic appointment with teaching responsibilities at the postsecondary level.

• Yes

• No

• • Minimum 3: Are you a Certified Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant with licensure in NC?

• Yes

• No

• • Preferred 1: Do you have experience teaching at a NC Community College?

• Yes

• No

• • Preferred 2: Are you proficient in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Veterans Preference, if applicable
• Resume
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Certifications
• License(s)
• Unofficial Transcripts 2