Director of Non-Credit Programs

Company: Connecticut State Colleges & Universities
Location: Middletown
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

Community College Professional 19, 12-month, tenure track positionFull-time, 35 hours per weekMxCC 21-02TBDApplications must be submitted by 5:00pm (EST) on Thursday, May 7, 2021. Currently this position is both on-ground and online as we continue to face the challenges of COVID, in the future, without COVID concerns, the schedule will be on ground.ANTICIPATEDSTARTING DATE:July 2021 POSITION SUMMARY: The Director of Non-Credit Programs is the strategic position at the college responsible for non-credit and community service programs. This position directs part-time and full-time program coordinators, part-time faculty and clerical support personnel in conducting research and needs assessment, program and instructional design, curriculum development, program implementation, and assessment of the quality of courses, workshops, seminars and other forms of credit-free instruction and training at a community college.Community College Professionals and Faculty are expected to have excellent oral and written communication skills along with strong Information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Master's degree in an appropriately relevant field with two years of experience applying those disciplines in a field related to adult education administration or business; or a combination of education, training, and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position's essential duties. The successful candidate must have experience, knowledge, and abilities in the following: Curriculum design in an adult learning environment.Academic administration.Marketing, business development, public relations or a related field. SUBSTITUTION ALLOWED: Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and by providing appropriate references. Exceptions to the degree requirements may be made for compelling reasons. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Five (5) years of experience in a field related to adult education administration or business.Two (2) years of experience in workforce developmentTwo (2) years of supervisory experience.Five (5) years of experience in a field related to adult education administration or business.Two (2) years of experience in workforce developmentTwo (2) years of supervisory experience supervising professional employees.Professional experience in a unionized environment EXAMPLE OF JOB DUTIES: Under the direction of the Chief Regional Workforce Development Officer, the Director of Non-Credit Programs is responsible for development and administration of continuing education programs for adult, youth and senior citizens in the College's service areas by effective performance in these essential functional areas: Researching and analyzing the continuing education needs of learners in the College's service area; designing, developing and marketing non-credit and continuing education programs which meet the workforce, educational, recreational and training needs and interests of the communities served by the College within the realm of appropriateness and capabilities of the College; providing an appropriately qualified staff and part-time faculty and for assuring their effective performance; management of financial resources and for the value of services provided with those resources.In addition to the accountabilities listed above, the incumbent is required to carry out the essential duties of: Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies; Service on assigned committees and task forces; Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings. These may involve attendance at evening or weekend events.This posting includes qualifications, experience and skills but is not limited to the full specifications stated in the job description. STARTING SALARY: $73,292 approximate annual plus excellent State of CT medical insurance, retirement, and related fringe benefits. All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check. CSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check. Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination CSCU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disability, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Nicholas D'Agostino, Manager of Affirmative Action, Diversity, and Inclusion CSCU IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F. Do you have a Master's Degree in an appropriately relevant field?* no yesDo you have 2 years experience in a field related to adult education administration or business?* no yesDo you have experience, knowledge and abilities in curriculum design in an adult learning environment?* No YesDo you have experience knowledge and abilities in academic administration?* No YesDo you have experience, knowledge and abilities in marketing, business development, public relations or a related field?* No YesDo you have 2 years experience in workforce development?* No YesDo you have 2 years supervisory experience?* No YesDo you have professional experience in a unionized environment?* No YesSDL2017

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