Assists with the selection, placement, and follow-up of students as appropriate; Coordinates and leads departmental activities and operations by meeting with executive and advisory groups to discuss needs, career developments, and the effectiveness of instruction, developing and evaluating credit and non-credit programs and/or courses, mentoring faculty in subject area competency and instructional expertise, actively cultivating and maintaining collaborative relationships with business and industry within the field of instruction, and engaging in outreach to educational partners for the development and implementation of articulation initiatives; Provides leadership in the planning, development, and implementation of college sponsored recruitment and retention activities including career and job fairs, student orientations, registrations, and award ceremonies, and/or advising student activity groups, as assigned; Engages in professional activities related to the area of teaching specialization that partner the college with the wider community by serving on college or system teams, or participating in community-sponsored events, as assigned; Remains technologically and pedagogically current within the specialized field of instruction through participation in relevant professional associations and educational & training activities. Consults with and interprets these to students and maintains accessibility and availability to assist students with their learning needs; Provides leadership, guidance, and academic support to students enrolled in Anatomy & Physiology, general biology, and other natural science courses by fostering student engagement, promoting effective study and critical thinking skills, facilitating academic success initiatives, identifying and addressing learning challenges, and collaborating with faculty and student support services to enhance student retention, persistence, and achievement.