Program Director – Surgical Technology Success Education Colleges (SEC) is a family of institutions comprising North-West College, Glendale Career College, Nevada Career Institute, and Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing. SEC is a leader in allied health education, offering quality and affordable health care training programs for over 58 years. In our everyday mission we educate students in short-term and professional programs for gainful employment and career advancement. Job Details: Location: Riverside, CA 92505. Position Type: Full‑time. Salary Range: $90,000 – $120,000. Shift: Any. Responsibilities Maintain programmatic accreditation. Interview and screen instructor applicants. Evaluate instructor performance through class observations, student feedback, meetings, and individual counseling. Attend and represent the Surgical Technology department at local, state, and national meetings hosted by the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST™). Create, revise, and modify curricula aligned with the current edition of the AST Core Curriculum for Surgical Technology. Conduct orientation for newly hired instructors. Conduct orientation for new students and staff to the department and the college. Assist instructors in student scheduling. Conduct staff meetings. Advise students upon recommendation of their instructors. Supervise quality assurance of the program through internal and external tools such as surveys. Review, recommend, and implement selection of textbooks, instructional aids, resources, and equipment. Interface regularly with other departments—Admissions, Financial Aid, Placement, and the Registrar. Conduct and direct in‑house instructor meetings. Ensure that monthly student progress reports are completed on time. Ensure that department staff adheres to policy and procedure. Perform all other duties as assigned. Qualifications Thorough knowledge of specific program requirements, accreditation, and approval standards. Effective flexible leadership, coaching, and development for faculty with diverse backgrounds. Enthusiasm for teaching and working with adult learners. Computer literacy including Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Clear written and verbal communication skills. Ability to teach from a standardized curriculum. Knowledge of career opportunities and industry expectations for entry‑level employees. Flexibility to meet schedules that include evenings and possible weekend hours. Lab Instruction The instructor will oversee and facilitate laboratory sessions for students in the lab, providing hands‑on instruction, ensuring safety protocols, and fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages student engagement and inquiry. Education and Experience Credential in Surgical Technology from a national credentialing organization accredited by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). Minimum three years of current operating room experience in the scrub role and/or three years of current teaching experience in Surgical Technology. Certification: CST or AS Degree. Equal Employment Opportunity Success Education Colleges is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, SEC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr