HCU College of Science and Engineering

Mechanical Engineer

• Collaborate with Dean and College leadership to set strategic vision for Mechanical Engineering at HCU
• Work collaboratively with the Dean to identify and pursue funding opportunities needed to support new Mechanical Engineering Program initiatives
• Develop curriculum, degree changes, and catalog updates
• Prepare accurate documentation for Academic Affairs Committee
• Prepare documentation for ABET accreditation
• Review of program assessments per SACSCOC and other accrediting agencies
• Select, vet and supervise adjunct faculty
• Prepare course schedules and staffing
• Directly observe classroom instruction
• Provide written evaluation of all full-time and adjunct faculty members teaching within this department on a regular basis with the goal of continuous improvement in teaching and learning
• Develop and oversee department syllabi, scope and sequence of courses and course content, including curricular revisions
• Review student course evaluations with faculty each semester
• Ensure timely submission of student grades from department faculty
• Actively participate in scholarly endeavors
• Hold regular departmental meetings with faculty in department
• Hear student concerns past the instructor level (per university grievance policy)
• Attend and participate in campus and College meetings
• Pursue the integration of faith-and-learning in and out of the classroom
• Ability to represent college enthusiastically and professionally

Chair, Mechanical Engineering

Events

• This position is a member of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and is responsible for guest reception as well as planning and coordinating all individual and group campus visits for Houston Christian University.
• Responding to visit inquiries, serving as the consistent point of contact throughout the pre-visit process, and securing time and travel commitment from visitors.
• Communicating with internal university constituents to arrange their participation in visit activities and resolving scheduling conflicts as they arise during the visit process.
• Ascertaining each visitors individual needs and interests and designing an appropriate and appealing visit agenda.
• Maintaining records and contact lists for prospective students, their families, and HCU faculty and staff involved in the visit process.
• Follow established guidelines for pre-planning and implementation of open house events while also suggesting enhancements.
• Supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate the work of one or more part-time interns; manage schedules of Husky Ambassadors.
• Keep accurate records of visits and recruitment programs; assist in maintaining the professional appearance of Office of Admissions; and keep area stocked with materials, applications, water, etc.
• Conduct information sessions on a regular basis and campus tours as needed or directed.
• Assist with admissions activities; this may include mass mailings, office errands, answering phones, reception, etc.

Chair, Mechanical Engineering

Campus Visit, Event Coordinator