What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dean of Career Technical Education (CTE) and Workforce Development position at Drake State Community & Technical College?
Position Summary
The Dean of Career Technical Education and Workforce Development will plan, develop, and implement innovative partnerships with business and industry in the community that align with the College and the Alabama Community College System strategic initiatives and operational processes.
Salary: Appropriate placement on the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees
Salary Schedule B
Salary Range $100,936 - $143,669 (12 month salary)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position: Non-Tenure
Work Hours: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Monday - Thursday and 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Friday
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The Dean of Career Technical Education (CTE) and Workforce shall perform the duties as specified in conformity with policies established by the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees and the J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College Faculty and Staff Handbook. Work is generally performed in an office environment with frequent interruptions and irregularities in the work schedule. Learned physical skill is required for keyboarding. Frequent walking, standing, or sitting may be required. Working hours may vary and occasional evening or weekend work is required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job satisfactorily.
Job description may be modified or altered at any time by management.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of an earned Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Minimum of Five (5) years of full-time Workforce or Career Technical Education experience
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience working with industry and/or community organizations
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Hold certifications or credentials tied to Workforce and Career Technical Education
- Experience in developing business and industry training programs
- Thorough understanding of the preparation of budgets and financial statements
- Previous grant writing, coordination and administration experience
- Experience in working with educational institutions and programs
- Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting complex data
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The essential job functions listed are not comprehensive and duties and responsibilities may change without notice.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver effective computer assisted presentations before large audiences
- Demonstrated results working with industry and delivering results related to workforce technical training needs
- Demonstrated use of effective organizational and planning skills with attention to detail and follow through
- Access community needs and develop partnerships and other collaborative relationships with business/industry, government agencies, councils, boards, and other entities to design and implement regionally-focused strategic workforce initiatives
- Develop partnerships and coordinate with external agencies to develop opportunities for students that expand the workforce; ensure positive relationships are built and maintained
- Communicate and network with leaders in the private and public sectors to promote Drake State Community and Technical college and determine needs for training and workforce development services; linking and aligning Career Technical Education instructional programs with local and regional employers
- Collaborate with local and state agencies, and the Alabama Community College System Office Staff to determine the current demand for training and credentialing needs for the key workforce local and regional economy
- Market, develop, and conduct outreach to promote educational programs to assist with training and re-training workers, including specialized contract educational programs
- Assist in the development and planning of instructional programs that expand high skilled training opportunities for our workforce
- Effectively market the College and its educational services to the business and industry community
- Assist with the economic development efforts in the College’s service area, including being actively involved in the recruitment process for new business and industry
- Recruit workforce development instructional staff and make recommendations for hiring
- Responsible for all reports, data, and statistics as they relate to other Workforce Development programs
- Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule that may involve travel, as appropriate, with some evening and weekend work required
- Participate in pertinent local, state, regional, and national organizations
- Maintain an established, result oriented work schedule
- Work independently to develop and execute plans
- Represent the College at community functions
- Support and implement the mission of the College
- Maintain appropriate records and files related to workforce development
- Develop a marketing and recruiting plan for workforce training programs
- Assist in the development, publication, and enforcement of policies established by the College
- Serve on appropriate College Committees
- Ensure compliance with Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) accreditation requirements
- Other duties as assigned by the President
DESIRED PROFILE:
Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments:
- An understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of a community and technical college
- A sensitivity and commitment to cultural diversity
- The ability to handle multiple tasks and various situations in a calm and professional manner
- Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines
- A commitment to teaching and learning, where recent high school graduates, adult students, and non-traditional students are involved
Application Procedures/Additional Information
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the NEOED on-line application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:
- An on-line application
- Current resume
- Copy of college transcripts (Transcript must confirm applicant meets educational requirements.)
Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
Background Check Requirement
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and agree to a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the open period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalists will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Drake State Community and Technical College from the institution(s) granting the credits.
All applicants must have an on-line and completed application packet by the deadline date. All applications received will be screened and interviews scheduled by appointment only. All applicants must adhere to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Applicants must demonstrate written proficiency in English as part of the on-campus interview process. Drake State Community and Technical College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.
Drake State Community and Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Drake State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Drake State reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding. Drake State compiles information about safety and security and publishes an annual report. This report can be found on the website by accessing the crime and safety report link. The link can be found on the Drake State home page the “About Drake State” tab and then selecting the “Campus Security Report” link. A copy can also be obtained by contacting the Director of Operations at 256-551-5210.
The College reserves the right to fill the position within (120) days of the job announcement stated closing date or to not fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.
Sick Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.
8 hours per month
(may accumulate an unlimited number)
(may accumulate an unlimited number)
Annual Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office.
0-4 years 8 hours per month
5-9 years 10 hours per month
10-14 years 12 hours per month
15-19 years 14 hours per month
20 16 hours per month
(may accumulate up to 480 hours)
Personal Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.
Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.
(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)
Professional Leave
Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.
Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday
National Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
15 (5 locally assigned)
Contracted Work Days
260
Retirement
The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit The Retirement Systems of Alabama. All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.
Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10/01/24)
Tier II – Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10/01/24)
Law Enforcement Officers:
Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10/01/24)
Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10/01/24)
Health Insurance
PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit http://www.rsa-al.gov/index.php/members/peehip
Premium amounts:
- Single $ 30
- Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
- Employee Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
- Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307
- Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.
Tobacco Usage Premium
- Member $ 50
- Spouse $ 50
Wellness Premium
- Member $ 50
- Spouse $ 50
If desired, the employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.
Optional Coverage Plan Premiums
- Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
- Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50
Duty Hours
(hours vary by campus and needs of the student)
Tuition Assistance
This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.
Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:
- 1/3 waived after 1st year
- 2/3 waived after 2nd year
- 3/3 waived after 3rd year
Salary : $100,936 - $143,669
