Chair, Occupational Therapy Assistant

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 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).
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.
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:

1. 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.
   
   
2. 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 ... .

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