Internal Announcement - Applicants must be a current, active Pikes Peak State College employee within the 2025 calendar year, any capacity.

This is a NON-CLASSIFIED employment opportunity.  Visit the State of Colorado for Classified employment opportunities.   

The Director of Rehabilitation provides comprehensive leadership and administrative oversight for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) associate and bachelor’s degree programs, the future Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program, and planned hybrid delivery options. The Director is responsible for ensuring the programs meet all accreditation and regulatory standards, maintaining academic and clinical excellence, fostering interprofessional education (IPE) and simulation integration, and ensuring the successful operation and growth of the Rehabilitation Department.

Minimum Qualifications

Professional level experience is defined by the Colorado Division of Human Resources: A position that involves the exercise of discretion, analytical skill, judgment, personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, or sharing an organized body of knowledge.  Colorado revised statute (C.R.S. 24-50-135(1) allows colleges to exempt positions from the State Personnel Classified System that are determined to be professional level work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in launching new health science programs.
• Successful completion of nine hours of graduate course work in education or Education Leadership Fellowship APTA.
• Prior experience with hybrid/online program delivery.
• Background in occupational therapy or related rehabilitation fields.

For full consideration, all application materials must be received by 4:00 p.m. on November 3, 2025.  Applications accepted until position is filled.  

Internal Announcement - Applicants must be a current, active Pikes Peak State College employee within the 2025 calendar year, any capacity.

Must be a State of Colorado resident or able to relocate to Colorado prior to first date of employment.

Visa support is not available for this position.

Application Instructions:  Application must be submitted online.  Incomplete applications may not receive full consideration.  A complete application will include:

• Cover letter - Address the minimum and preferred qualifications in the order listed on the job announcement.
• Resume - Reflect experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.  
• Unofficial Transcripts - Unofficial transcripts for all degrees conferred.  Official transcripts are required if hired for the position.  
• Professional References - Provide names and contact information for three recent professional references who can address your expertise and background for this position.

This position may be eligible for a variety of employee benefits.  Pikes Peak State College participates in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) contribution rates.

Note: Prior submission of application materials will not be considered.

Essential Functions, General Duties, Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Program Leadership and Accreditation

• Oversee all accreditation processes for the PTA (Associate and Bachelor) and OTA programs (Associate and Bachelors).
• Ensure continuous compliance with CAPTE, ACOTE, and institutional accreditation standards.
• Lead curriculum development and review to maintain contemporary and evidence- based practices.
• Prepare and submit required accreditation documentation, reports, and self-studies.

Administrative Oversight

• Develop, manage, and monitor the program budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Oversee the procurement, maintenance, and updating of laboratory and simulation equipment.
• Ensure faculty and instructor compliance with institutional policies and program-specific procedures.
• Facilitate faculty and department meetings to support communication and program improvement.
• Develop, implement, and monitor faculty and instructor evaluation processes.

Faculty and Clinical Oversight

• Provide mentorship, support, and performance evaluation for full-time, part-time, and adjunct faculty.
• Collaborate with the Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education (ACCE) to secure, maintain, and evaluate clinical partnerships and contracts.
• Oversee student clinical placements and ensure clinical site compliance with program and accreditation standards.

Simulation and Interprofessional Education

• Integrate and oversee the use of simulation within the curriculum.
• Develop and promote interprofessional and interprofessional education (IPE) initiatives in collaboration with other health programs.
• Ensure alignment of simulation and IPE experiences with course and program outcomes.

Program Growth and Development

• Lead the planning, implementation, and launch of the OTA program and hybrid delivery options.
• Collaborate with college administration to explore and support future health science program opportunities.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the rehabilitation programs, college leadership, and external stakeholders.

As part of the State of Colorado, PPSC offers a competitive benefits package:

• PERA retirement benefits.
• Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) English Spanish
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage.
• Life and Disability Coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts. 
• Paid Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Accrued Annual and Sick Leave.
• Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

This job description reflects Pikes Peak State College’s best effort to describe the essential duties and qualifications of the job.  It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job.  This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation.   

EEO Statement: Pikes Peak State College is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act institution.  We value diversity, strive for a more unified campus where all people are valued, treated fairly, and possess a sense of belonging.  Pikes Peak State College encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.