What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Development Manager, Workforce Education position at Tyler Junior College?
Tyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP).
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
All positions are on-site, located in Tyler, Texas, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.
ABOUT
The Program Development Manager, Workforce Education, reports to the Senior Director of Development and Operations for the promotion, marketing, development, and operation of Workforce and Technical Training courses and programs. Responsible for providing end-to-end program management over new and existing programs, including program research, needs analyses, logistics planning/implementation, and evaluation, while guiding promotional and marketing activities through multiple channels.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Meet with TJC department chairs, instructors, other schools, advisory committees, and Development Manager colleagues to promote collaborative relationships, perform needs analyses for the community, and create new continuing education programs/courses through identification of market and training trends
- Use social media platforms to promote, recruit, and analyze current trends for current and future continuing education programs
- Pursue and develop relationships with TJC administration, faculty, staff, and students, as well as the general public, to facilitate the growth of CE course offerings
- Identify vendor partnerships with a clear vision of goals, strategic planning, and tactical decision-making, to recruit, interview, and secure potential new CE instructors for classes
- Participate in instructor meetings and ensure all materials are provided for instructor/class success
- Promote Continuing Education in the community by working closely with area chambers of commerce and civic organizations to determine and support local needs
- Provide the operations department with appropriate paperwork to ensure classes adhere to SACS and GIPWE guidelines
- Regularly evaluates course history, trends, and instructors' performance to determine course effectiveness
- Develop a strategic plan for meeting department revenue goals
- Ensure all Continuing Studies procedures and revenue standards are adhered to for Workforce and Technical programs
COMPETENCIES
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to take initiative with key assignments and follow through with detailed reporting requirements
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks at once
- Working knowledge of social media marketing strategies
- Working knowledge of CRM databases and Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to adapt to constant change and periods of fast-paced, high-intensity work situations
- Working knowledge of project management best practices
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct Supervisor
Work Environment: Work is performed in an office setting, with frequent travel to meet with department chairs, instructors, and advisory committees.
Physical Demands: Sitting, walking, standing, driving, repetitive motion
Travel Required: Yes - Moderate
If travel is required, the candidate must have and maintain a current, valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
WHO YOU ARE
Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field
Required Experience
Two years of business and industry or a related field
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EXPECTATIONS
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities are subject to change at any time, with or without notice.
- Will have contact – in person, by email, or by phone – with staff, students, and the general public.
- Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.
- Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of each employee.
NOTE: With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above, including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands.
This is a security-sensitive position. Candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.