Pharmacy Technician Program Director

Working Title Pharmacy Technician Program Director Role Title Trainer Instructor II Role Code 29112-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band 04 Position Number 29100115 Agency Blue Ridge Community College Division Blue Ridge Community College (Div) Work Location Augusta - 015 Hiring Range $60,000 - $85,000 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category B-Professional Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule

Hours are flexible but will vary according to student and program needs; candidate should anticipate delivering courses on evenings and weekends.

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Nestled in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC) has been equipping students, alumni, and employees with the knowledge and experience to transform themselves, the community, and the world for over 55 years. The College’s comprehensive program of instruction includes associate degrees and certificates in both technical and university transfer programs. Non-credit workforce training and special interest classes for individuals, business, and industry are also offered. BRCC is a community dedicated to excellence, ethical behavior, and empowerment and has consistently been recognized by the Chronicle of Higher Education as a Great College to Work For.

Role

BRCC is seeking a full-time program director to manage the Pharmacy Technician program. The position provides overall leadership for the credential – vision, direction, development, recruitment, instruction, administration, and assessment of all aspects of the program. In addition, the role:

• Facilitates the work of an Advisory Board
• Oversees the curricula and ensures it reflects the standards set by the accrediting body, the American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacy (ASHP)
• Ensures program courses are delivered by qualified instructors and clinical preceptors
• Serves as primary faculty member for several student cohorts each year as needed to support program revenue generation goals
• Secures appropriate clinical sites and oversees the training, placement, progress, and completion of program outcomes for students at these sites
• Ensures that program utilizes a self-sustaining model and generates revenue for BRCC
• Holds responsibility for enrollment in the pharmacy tech program and partners with other departments across the college to ensure that student recruitment efforts are effective
• Develops and monitors a budget for the program
• Engages in program evaluation processes consistent with BRCC and ASHP expectations, including maintaining records and completion of annual reports and strategic plans
• Ensures that learning outcomes (at both course and program level) are being collected and analyzed as per guidelines set by ASHP
• Works with Career Services as needed in job placement activities for graduates
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Full-time classified positions come with generous leave and holiday time, along with very competitive health benefits coverage (to include dental, vision, and short-term and long-term disability), retirement with the Virginia Retirement System, deferred compensation investment opportunities, and educational assistance.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician with a minimum of 5 years of experience in pharmacy practice
• Knowledge of and experience adhering to Virginia State licensure and certification regulations in the practice of pharmacy
• Proven track record of engaging in ongoing continuing education in the field of pharmacy
• Experience using a variety of computer software/programs and ability to learn new ones, particularly related to online instruction
• Ability to serve as a visionary, effective leader, and strategic thinker
• Ability to work effectively with a broad range of constituents, including students, faculty, external businesses and partners, staff, and senior leadership
  
  

Additional Requirements For Applicants That Are Pharmacy Technicians

• Must have graduated from an ASHP or ACPE accredited pharmacy technician program; OR have earned (or be actively pursuing) an Associate’s Degree
  
  

Additional Considerations

• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Program administration experience, to include budget management and strategic planning
• Passion for the mission of the Community College
  
  

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees Yes Required Travel

Occasional

Posting Number CLS_3918P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 08/04/2025 Job Close Date 08/24/2025 Open Until Filled No Agency Website www.brcc.edu Contact Name Email glassd@brcc.edu Phone Number 540-453-0060 Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/87250