Faculty Handbook Preface

This Faculty Handbook includes the policies, procedures, and operating regulations at Jackson State Community College. It is intended to serve as an orientation for new faculty and as a reference guide for all faculty. In addition to the Faculty Handbook, faculty are to be familiar with the Jackson State College Catalog and Student Handbook. Questions concerning areas not covered in the handbook should be directed to the Vice President of Academic Affairs or human resources, as appropriate.

The policies and procedures contained in this handbook shall not limit the authority of the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) and/or the executive administration of the college.

Some reference links to the Tennessee Board of Regents Manual of Operation and Procedure have been included, as appropriate. For additional information consult the TBR website at https://policies.tbr.edu.

The Faculty Council shall appoint a committee the responsibility of which will be to monitor the handbook and update it as necessary.

Mission Statement

Jackson State Community College provides accessible learning opportunities that enhance the lives of individuals, strengthen the workforce, and empower our diverse communities by offering traditional and contemporary associate degrees, certificates, continuing education and enrichment, and college-readiness programs.

Organization and Governance

Jackson State Community College is governed by the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR), which was created in 1972 by the General Assembly as the governing body of the State University and Community College System of Tennessee. At that time, the member institutions of the System were the state universities and community colleges formerly governed by the State Board of Education. In 1983, the General Assembly transferred the Technical Institutes and Area Vocational Schools (now called Tennessee Technology Centers) to the Tennessee Board of Regents. The Board of Regents and the Board of Trustees of the University of Tennessee System are coordinated by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission.