Program Director - Small Business Administration

Role Description

The Gallatin College Small Business Management Director is responsible for the day‑to‑day operations and the academic quality of the program. The Director develops, implements, and evaluates a comprehensive program of lectures, labs, and student support; teaches each semester; and ensures alignment with state and federal law, college policies, and applicable accreditation standards. The Director oversees the Business Management Certificate, the Bookkeeping and Hospitality Certificate of Applied Science. The Director leads adjunct/faculty teams, advances curriculum and assessment, maintains active industry partnerships. Collaborates with the Networking, CyberSecurity, and other Certificate and Associate’s Programs on shared faculty and aligned curricula.

*Please note that this position can be structured as either a fiscal year Non-Tenure Track Faculty member OR as an academic year Tenure-Track Faculty member.

Leadership & Administration

• Oversee daily program operations; ensure academic quality and compliance with state/federal law, college policy, and accreditation standards.
• Recruit, hire, supervise, and manage 8–12 part‑time faculty; ensure instructional quality aligned with industry and accreditation expectations.
• Manage course scheduling, budgeting and purchasing, and computer lab operations (equipment, software licensing, inventory, and upkeep).
• Coordinate program activities and represent the program within Gallatin College; serve on campus committees to foster a supportive institutional climate.

Teaching, Advising & Student Success

• Teach at least two courses per semester within Small Business Administration (e.g. Business Management, Accounting, or Hospitality). (A higher teaching load may be assigned if appointed on a tenure‑track line).
• Provide evening availability to support students and faculty as needed.
• Support academic advising in partnership with the student success team—from orientation through graduation.
• Implement student tracking systems; collect/monitor retention, graduation, and placement data to improve outcomes.

Curriculum, Assessment & Accreditation

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve a comprehensive program of lectures, labs, and student support.
• Lead annual program assessment and reporting; evaluate student learning and stakeholder (student, alumni, employer) satisfaction.
• Monitor national trends and emerging practices; initiate program improvements (including new courses or credentials) as appropriate.
• Pursue relevant industry accreditation, strengthen curriculum alignment, and maintain industry connection.

Industry & Community Engagement

• Foster positive student and industry relations; convene the Business Management, Bookkeeping and Hospitality Advisory Boards each semester and coordinate industry/student events.
• Build and sustain partnerships for internships, site visits, live projects, mentorship, and job placement.
• Network with local and state business, bookkeeping, and hospitality partners and associations; represent the program with professionalism and collaborative spirit.

Collaboration

• Work closely with the Networking, Cybersecurity, AA/AS, Hospitality Management, and Culinary Arts program directors and the MSU Colleges overseeing of shared faculty, scheduling, and curriculum that supports all programs.
• Align and collaborate with MSU’s College of Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship and College of Education Health and Human Development.
• Participate as needed on Gallatin College and MSU internal committees.

Company Description

Gallatin College MSU, located in Bozeman, Montana, is a two-year college affiliated with Montana State University. The college provides accessible education through associate degrees, certificates, and professional training programs designed to meet the needs of students and the region’s workforce.

Gallatin College emphasizes hands-on learning, industry partnerships, and real-world skill development through flexible formats, including in-person, hybrid, and online options. Established in 2010, the college focuses on improving lives and supporting economic growth by offering practical and affordable education pathways for diverse populations, including traditional students, working professionals, and career changers.