NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.
As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.
NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.
The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Program Director is responsible for the development, implementation, and administration of the MLT program. This role includes curriculum development, faculty supervision, program accreditation, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. The Program Director collaborates with faculty, staff, and industry partners to provide high-quality education and training for students pursuing careers as medical laboratory technicians.
This position will oversee the recruitment and retention of students, guide clinical placement partnerships, and maintain program effectiveness through ongoing evaluation and improvement.
Essential Duties:
Developing, administrating, managing, and evaluating the MLT program curriculum
Identifying textbooks and other course materials
Overseeing the MLT budget and recommending changes as appropriate to include student fees and expenditures
Developing and implementing program changes and courses in response to the needs of the community in conjunction with an advisory board
Providing leadership and vision for the creation and implementation of the MLT program
Working to develop the program into a nationally accredited program
Communicating with industry partners on a regular basis
Developing and maintaining agreements for student clinical rotations
Teaching courses as full-time faculty within the confines of NWACC teaching policies, receiving release hours for performance of administrative program director duties
Participating in college faculty and committee activities
Developing, implementing, monitoring and revising MLT program policies and procedures in collaboration with the Dean of Health Professions and Associate Vice President for Workforce
Developing, implementing, and maintaining the application process for students wishing to enter the MLT program
Working with advisors, faculty. and administration on updates to the MLT program
Advising students on an as needed basis
Working with Marketing for development of promotional materials and activities to promote the MLT program
Using interpersonal skills and making sound judgments to decide how duties and responsibilities are completed between coworkers, the supervisory chain, faculty, staff, students, and industry partners
Supporting the mission, values, and institutional goals as defined by the college
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Masters degree and ASCP-BOC certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
Applicable equivalencies (work experience and/or educational achievements) may be considered on the above minimum qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
At least three years teaching experience
Program Director experience in an MLT program
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively with employees and all levels of leadership within the institution
Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio) and HRIS systems
A self-starter who takes accountability for performance while requiring minimal supervision
Ability to handle highly confidential material efficiently and effectively
Strong time management, multi-tasking, and organizational skills
Ability to build relationships with individuals and teams across the institution and campus
Ability to analyze information and recommend appropriate action
Knowledge of planning, research, and analysis techniques and procedures
Knowledge of department, operations, policies, and procedures
Ability to conduct research and perform quantitative quality assurance reviews
Ability to research, prepare, and present comprehensive written and oral reports
Ability to organize and conduct meetings and workshops
Knowledge of state and federal personnel laws, policies, and procedures
Ability to report clear, concise and accurate ad-hoc reports to all levels of leadership
Rate of pay: determined by faculty scale placement (education and years of experience)
Completed applications received by 7/6/2026 will be assured full consideration. Late Applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position
Physical/Environmental Demands:
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, talk or hear; regularly required to reach with hands and arms, taste or smell; occasionally required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and normal color vision.
NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.