Title: Faculty and Director of Medical Laboratory Technician and Phlebotomy

Position Type: Faculty 9 Month Full Time

College: Otero College

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: OC Nursing & Allied Health

Campus: Otero College

Location: La Junta

Salary Range: $52,000-$56,000

Who We Are:

At Otero College, we are more than a college, we are a community dedicated to students’ personal and professional growth through high-quality education and workforce training. With more than 30 academic and workforce programs, a student-centered culture, and a commitment to supporting employee growth, Otero College provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.
Our faculty and staff are passionate about student success and work to create a welcoming, inclusive environment where students feel a sense of belonging. Through meaningful connections and personalized support, Otero employees help students build confidence, stay engaged, and achieve success both in and out of the classroom.
Otero College offers the opportunity to contribute to student success while enjoying the benefits of living and working in a rural community. Join the Rattler family and help shape the future of our students.

Job Summary:

Otero College seeks a student centered faculty member who is passionate about teaching, learning, and student success. As a comprehensive community college, faculty play a vital role in advancing the college's mission by providing high-quality instruction, fostering meaningful student engagement, and preparing learners for academic achievement, workforce readiness, and lifelong growth.

Full-time faculty are responsible for delivering effective instruction, maintaining academic excellence, supporting student retention and completion through advising and mentoring, and contributing to ongoing program and curriculum development. Faculty actively participate in college governance, assessment, recruitment, community engagement, and professional development activities. Through collaboration, innovation, and service, faculty help create an inclusive learning environment that empowers students to become the best version of themselves while strengthening the communities Otero College serves.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Instructional Duties:
• Prepare and update course syllabi annually; distribute and review with students.
• Teach assigned courses and maintain scheduled class times.
• Use instructional methods appropriate for diverse student backgrounds and learning styles.
• Create a supportive and engaging learning environment.
• Revise teaching methods for improved learning outcomes.
• Promote and assess achievement of course/program competencies.
• Maintain accurate student records including attendance and grades.
• Participate in curriculum development and revision.
Advising & Student Support:
• Advise and/or mentor students in assigned programs.
• Assist students with academic and/or career planning.
Assessment, Curriculum & Program Review:
• Complete program assessments and curricular updates at course, program, and institutional levels to meet outcome measures.
• Participate in articulation efforts with high schools and colleges.
• Participate in state-mandated program reviews and reporting.
• Maintain an active Advisory Board, ensuring regular engagement with industry stakeholders by organizing and leading a minimum of two advisory committee meetings annually.
• Maintain and store documentation including, but not limited to, PQAPs, Advisory Board minutes, equipment lists, and VE-135 follow-up documentation.
Program Specific Duties:
• Oversee all aspects of the MLT and Phlebotomy Programs related to accreditation with the National Accreditation Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), including preparing and submitting required reports, outcome measures, and compliance documentation.
• Maintain and review Board of Certification (BOC) exam results through the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) and completes required surveys (student, employer, and post-exam) for NAACLS and CCCS.
• Attend NAACLS and Clinical Laboratory Educators conferences to maintain program compliance and professional development.
• Oversee clinical internship experiences including maintaining and establishing clinical affiliation agreements, coordinating contracts, scheduling clinical rotations, and ensuring required documentation and compliance.
• Monitor student clinical placements through site visits and ongoing communication with students and clinical partners.
• Coordinate student compliance requirements including drug testing, workers’ compensation documentation, and site-specific requirements.
• Maintain laboratory safety programs for students and faculty, including chemical safety and Safety Data Sheets (SDS), safety equipment inspections and repairs, biohazard waste disposal, safety training, and documentation.
• Maintain required documentation such as volunteer liability waivers for student venipuncture and skin puncture practice.
• Prepare MLT/Phlebotomy budget and Perkins budget requests
• Maintain and oversees maintenance contracts and service agreements
• Determine laboratory course fees based on current pricing
• Update student handbook as needed and submit for review to legal and advisory board.
• Engage in 36 hours of documented continuing professional education over three years related to MLT/Phlebotomy Education and professional trends.
• Approve, coordinate, and recommend textbooks, instructional materials, appropriate instructional equipment, and supportive reference material to the appropriate Department Chair.
• Assist the College with ongoing program articulation with other colleges, with area high schools, and other training programs. Serves on the 2:2 evaluation and attends meeting for course requirements pertaining to the MLT/Phlebotomy Department.
• Review student records for graduation eligibility and processes certificate requests.
• Plan and coordinate annual pinning ceremonies for both programs.
• Assist with recruitment of new instructors/faculty and oversees orientation, and coordination of adjunct or newly assigned faculty.
• Teaching load is reduced to 70% to allow for 30% of load for the program administration.

Competencies/KSAs:

Ability to deliver high quality instruction that promotes student learning and achievement.
Ability to adapt instructional methods to meet diverse student needs and learning styles
Demonstrated commitment to student success through mentoring and connecting students with appropriate resources.
Ability to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Ability to work effectively with colleagues, departments, and community partners to support institutional goals.
Commitment to participation in college committees, recruitment activities, and community engagement.
Commitment to maintaining professional expertise, embracing innovation, and engaging in ongoing professional development.
Ability to manage responsibilities, maintain accurate records, and comply with college policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a field related to credentialing area
• Must hold, or qualify to obtain, a Colorado Career and Technical Education (CTE) Credential
• Current ASCP BOC or ASCPi BOC generalist certification as a medical laboratory scientist.
• Three years of teaching experience
• Knowledge of current NAACLS accreditation procedures and certification or willing to obtain.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with diverse populations
• Be creative and committed to teaching excellence by demonstrating an ability to improve all students’ learning by assessing students, programs and campus outcomes and adjusting based on the data.
• Knowledge of effective instructional techniques and innovative modes of course delivery adaptable to a variety of learning styles.
• Knowledge of using current technologies in the classroom and to convey online course content.
• Have effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate successfully with faculty, students, and administration.
• Educational philosophy in alignment with that of a small rural, comprehensive Community College and enthusiasm for this type of environment and the aspirations of its people.

Selection Process:

Position will remain open until filled with a priority date of June 30, 2026.

Application Instructions: 

The search will be conducted through a competitive, merit-based evaluation of all qualified applicants. Candidates selected to move forward in the interview process will be required to provide a teaching demonstration as part of the interview.

Additional Information/Benefits:

At Otero, we value and uphold a commitment to a workplace that focuses on employees. In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer a comprehensive selection of benefits to support our employees, including:
• Flexible retirement benefits including Colorado PERA’s Defined Benefit Plan or Defined Contribution Plan. Otero contributes 21.61% of your salary on your behalf. Supplemental retirement plans including 401(k) and 457 plans are also available.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and flexible savings benefits.
• Employee assistance services such as counseling, professional coaching, financial planning, and more, are available to you and members of your household at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP).
• Generous paid time off benefits including up to 15 hours of annual leave and 10 hours sick leave per month, 10 paid holidays per year, and up to 18 hours for academic and volunteer activities.
• Tuition assistance for employees and their eligible dependents at any community college within the Colorado Community College System or CCCOnline.
• State employees are eligible to participate in BenefitHub which offers discounts for retailers and services and other benefits resources.
• Employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Additional information about this program can be found on the Colorado Division of Human Resources website.