Funeral Services Instructor Job at State of South Carolina, Denmark, SC

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  • State of South Carolina
  • Denmark, SC

Job Description

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Bamberg County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 169022
Agency: Denmark Technical College
Division: Academic Affairs-Business/Computers/Related Tech
Opening Date: 09/12/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: UG70
Slot Number:: 0000
Position Number:: 61130605/126523
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday - Thursday (8:00 a.m. - 5:30p.m.); Friday (8:30 a.m. - 12:00 Noon)
Pay Band: Unclassified
Opening Date: 09/12/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Please complete the State application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application or to determine if an applicant has met the minimum qualifications and additional requirements for the position. Copies of unofficial college transcripts must be submitted for all positions that require a degree. Official transcripts will be required if offered the position. Denmark Technical College provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age,religion, or disability.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities
Under general supervision of the Dean of Business and Public Services, will be responsible for the delivery of quality instruction and the coordination of the Funeral Services program. Demonstrates knowledge of subject matter being taught and holds valid teaching credentials as defined by SBTCE and SACSCOC criteria. Motivates students and enhance their learning and constructs effective test instruments that are measurable and congruent to established instructional criteria. Demonstrates knowledge in planning and organizing instructional activities.
  • Teaching Performance: providing students with a course syllabus, grading/attendance policy, and other relevant information in a timely manner, relation instructional practical examples and illustrations; pacing the instruction over the semester, providing students with timely tests, returning test results in a timely manner, relating tests to course objectives; following acceptable department and college grading policies. In addition, the faculty member sha, at least annually, participate in conducting a college student evaluation for at least one section for every course he/she teaches.
  • Instructional Development: developing and maintaining course documentation; reviewing and selecting textbooks for courses in subjects' area; maintaining audio-visual and/or other materials for courses taught through any medium; being organized and well prepared for class; scheduling class and lab time effectively. Coordinates weekend and summer events and activities. Orders supplies for curriculum. Manages the budget for the program.
  • Student Advisement: Maintains required office ours; publicizing office hours an availability; referring students to other persons for appropriate assistance maintaining appropriate records; meeting with students in a timely manner; displaying sensitivity to students' needs and problems.
  • College and/or Community Service: assisting with recruitment as required; assisting with job/transfer placement recommendations as required; cooperating with or participating in projects/activities of the other instructional and support areas in fulfillment of the College's mission; serving effectively on college/community committees.
  • Instructional management. Submitting reports in a timely manner; arranging physical environment as much as possible for effective learning adhering to class schedules; providing effective classrooms/lab supervisor; maintaining accurate records; providing disciplinary action where appropriate.
  • Professional Development: development of an annual professional development plan in conjunction with the supervisor; attending courses/seminars/workshops as required or planned; writing manuscripts or presenting papers at conference, etc.; completing research projects in the subject field.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
An associate degree in mortuary science or related field. Graduate of an ABFSE program. Possess a South Carolina Funeral Director/Embalmer License or able to reciprocate to an SC license prior to starting. Minimum of three years of embalming and restoration art experience.
  • Knowledge of principles and procedures pertaining to higher education, especially curriculum development and teaching methodologies.
  • Knowledge of Funeral Services; accepted protocol for area of responsibility and knowledge of college mission, goals, and objectives.
  • Must have the ability to supervise and coordinate the classroom.
  • Related instructional activities of students, ability to establish good working relationships with alumina, businesses, and students

Preferred Qualifications


Bachelor's degree in mortuary science or a related field.

Additional Comments
Valid driver's license required. May be required to teach evening and weekend courses at the main campus and off-campus instructional sites. May work additional hours during peak registration periods.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.


Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.


Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.


Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.


Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. State of South Carolina

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Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Summer work, Remote job, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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