Executive Director For Workforce & Continuing Education

This position is security sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Executive Directorfor Workforce & Continuing Education

201500226P

08/01/2024

Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. Resume and Cover Letter is required. Unofficial transcripts required prior to campus interview, official transcripts required upon hire. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the of the process of applying for a position.
In compliance with House Bill 558 passed during the 76th Legislative session, Lamar State College-Port Arthur requires that all male U.S. citizens from 18 to 26 years of age provide proof of registration with the Selective System or exemption from such registration, prior to employment.
If you have questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at (409) 984-6237 or (409) 984-6259.
LSCPA’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 USC § 1092(f), 34 CFR 668.46).
Lamar State College-Port Arthur is an E-Verify Employer. EEO/AA

The Executive Director for Workforce Development and Continuing Education reports to the Vice President for Workforce Development and Continuing Education and oversees a program which provides non-credit, workforce training needs, general interest programs, courses, and events, as well as assessing the effectiveness of these activities. These courses are intended to appeal to the general public and provide learning opportunities on a variety of topics. Responsible for all aspects of Continuing Education and workforce training activities, including course scheduling, advertising, printing and distributing brochures, negotiating with instructors, scheduling rooms, audio/visual equipment, AC/heat, and transportation if needed. Responsibilities may require occasional early morning, evening or weekend hours.
Maintain records as required. Mediate student and faculty grievances. Make committee assignments. Serve on college committees. Attend community and campus cultural events. Meet with program advisory committees. Perform other related duties as required.

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Strong experience in adult education or adult skills training. Experience managing organizational budgets, personnel, and professional growth. Proven expertise in data collection, program review, and program evaluation.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Experience in administration and management of offices and others.
Accounting skills.
Knowledge of education principles, personnel; human resources, and customer service.
Advanced computer skills in using Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook, PowerPoint.
Advanced skills in managing financial resources.
Advanced problem solving skills.
Experience in public speaking and communication.
Sales experience.

Master’s or doctoral degree from regionally accredited college or university.
Extensive industry experience either in manufacturing, refining, construction, or health care industries.
Some background in professional sales or demonstrated expertise in public speaking.
Proven background in grant writing.

$90,000.

8-5 Mon - Fri

Oversee daily operations of the department including, but not limited to, timesheets, leave reports, request to travel, and program inventory.

Schedule classes as needed for department operations and monitor the logging of contact hours.

Facilitate training conducted in the Industry Training Facility by coordinating events and ensuring the participation of security and/or physical plant as needed.

Daily supervision of department personnel.

Market college programs, sell training programs to area industry, represent the college in industry and/or community development meetings.

Comply with all policies, rules, regulations, and laws by college, state, and federal agencies.

Other duties as assigned.