Pharmacy Technician Program Manager (Online)

Summary:

The Academic Program Manager supervises assigned programs and departments and all relevant courses and services as a subject matter expert for or program credentialed to teach.  The main tasks will be concentrated in five areas: Teaching, Student Retention, Curriculum, Accreditation, and Learning Assessment Processes.  This includes teaching and demonstrations in the classroom, laboratory setting, blended or online according to program objectives and course syllabi, assessing student skills, and supervising students in externship or capstone courses.  They support the campus and programs assigned to support students in the online academic programs.  They drive the institutional effectiveness indicators (Key performance indicators), helping to meet and exceed goals set for retention, certification, graduation, and placement.  The Regional Academic Program Manager develops daily lesson plans as teaching guidelines based on the approved curriculum and ensures all course learning goals are met.  Regional Academic Program Managers are Full-Time, exempt, and directly accountable to the Dean or Associate Dean of Academic Affairs.

Minimum requirements:

• Registered and in good standing with Department of Education
• Active Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Licensure
• A combination of work experience and/or required credentials in the field: preferably 3 years of work experience in the field and 2 years teaching or training experience

Essential Duties:

• Serves as a Subject Matter Expert or Program Champion through the course development process in collaboration with Northbridge University course development team
• Prepare, plan, and teach the assigned courses on rotation to stay within the required teaching load per module, term, or quarter by adhering to instructor guidelines described in the Faculty Handbook
• Provides student support throughout their experience by offering advising, tutoring, and referral services as needed
• Meet or exceed monthly and annual program outcomes, including but not limited to retention, placement, certifications, monthly benchmarks, and yearly goals. Including 70% or at standard or plan established for the programs assigned; drives improvement in student academic progress (monitoring and impacting student persistence, driving down attrition, final grades advising, academic support) and contributing to student population goals and budget (including laddering and reentries)
• Monitors all course-learning objectives, including completion of required courses and student learning outcomes using academic reports & assessments
• Monitors daily student attendance within the program and provides necessary measures to ensure attendance, engagement, and retention (minimum 70%) benchmarks
• Provides active support to the college administration (Dean or Associate Dean of Academic Affairs) to help achieve the goals and objectives related to attrition, placement, certifications, reentry, & laddering benchmarks, and annual outcomes
• Ensures program operations, personnel, facilities, and curriculum comply with state, accreditation, and programmatic regulatory bodies
• Recommends resources or changes for the online/educational resource center per accrediting requirements
• Assists Academic Department with New Faculty Hiring, Orientation, Training Sessions, classroom observations, and monthly instructor class assignments
• Recommends all field trips, guest speakers, and other informational or industry current events to the Academic or Associate Dean
• Maintains current knowledge of industry trends and certification, state and federal guidelines related to the program

Why Join Northbridge University?

At Northbridge University, you become part of a community devoted to academic excellence, innovation, and human development. Every employee, from faculty to administrative staff, plays a key role in advancing the growth of our students while enhancing their own professional journey. We foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and ongoing learning, where innovative ideas are welcomed and talent is supported. Our employees enjoy professional growth opportunities, career stability, and the satisfaction of contributing to an organization that changes lives through education.

At Northbridge University, you’re not just building a career, you’re creating a meaningful purpose.

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Northbridge University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The selected applicant will undergo a background check and educational verification.