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Form of workPosition Summary South Seattle College is looking to hire a Program Manager to support our Georgetown campus. Salary Range for this position is $51,000.00 to $62,000.00 annually, depending on experience. Initial review of application materials will begin Monday, March 18th .
Early applications are encouraged. This position will remain open until filled. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Position Summary South Seattle College Georgetown is seeking a Program Manager who will provide critical administrative tasks, contract management, and budgetary guidance for pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs to increase the college's capacity to meet the need of 3,000 apprentices and journey-level workers annually in 50 different trades as well as development of college and community collaborations that support the local and state specific industry and trade standards. The Georgetown Campus of South Seattle College is Washington State's largest apprenticeship training institution.
Serving over 3,000 apprentices and students earning everything from short-term certificates and industry-recognized credentials to Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degrees, the Georgetown campus is known as the area's premier workforce education and training center. The Program Manager reports directly to the Georgetown Program Manager B. The Program Manager assists with pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship class building and fiscal support including contracts, invoicing, 3rd-party tuition, and oversight of budget expenditures for the Georgetown campus and North Seattle College apprenticeship programs.
This position coordinates, manages and implements administrative functions of the apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs. The Program Manager A works the Executive Dean, Associate Dean and Pre-Apprenticeship Director and Georgetown staff to coordinate South Seattle College's apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs, both on and off-site. This position requires specialized knowledge of apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs and how they are adapted in the context of college wide standards and processes.
This position is governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement with representation by WFSE and subject to union shop provisions. About Us We are a district of three distinct colleges-North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College-and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation.
Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation. As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will gain access to a great benefits package including: Competitive Pay Rates Promotional Opportunities Great Medical, Dental, and Retirement plans Paid Sick and Vacation Leave Transportation benefits Tuition Waivers PEBB Wellness Plan Washington State Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice, including committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities. Application Procedures: Attach current Resume Attach cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job Required application materials must be completed and submitted online Notice to Applicants: Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to holding interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams.
As such, if you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually. What you will be working on: Work with apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship partners to implement an instructional/quarterly calendar that meets the parameters for both partner programs and college requirements Work directly with apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship program deans, directors, and coordinators to ensure timely and efficient course building and quarterly scheduling in the State Board Community and Technical Colleges system data base known as ctcLink Input and maintain quarterly course schedules in the college's database Understand and work with District Accounting and Purchasing Offices for large purchasing services and equipment Process annual apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship contracts Coordinate with Enrollment Manager, Program Manager, and Pre-Apprenticeship to accurately process apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship quarterly invoices per program contracts and agreements Support administrative functions of North Seattle College's apprenticeship programs Problem solves, in coordination with Georgetown staff around student funding processes or issues Understand, interpret, and make recommendations on pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship academic coding Understand and maintain AFT contract parameters for all faculty-related processes Process invoices and coordinate repairs, equipment, etc. for instructional needs Represent department at meetings/events both on and off campus as needed for Budget & Finance Prepares budget request and expenditures for Pre-Apprenticeship Director and Executive Dean Georgetown lead for facilitating tuition payments covered by outside organizations or partners on behalf of student tuition or other expenses Review income/expense, statistical, and budget status reports and advise Executive Dean of financial status of programs and of problem areas Develop cost estimates, plans, and projects future program needs; develops budget requests or revisions and grant or contract proposals Approve proposed expenditures, requisitions, vouchers, personnel changes Financial/invoice/record keeping for all budgets and grants, Human Resources, Supervision, & Office Support Supervise the full-time Program Coordinator and part-time, hourly staff Oversee hourly billing position and/or other classified positions as hired that support all apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs as well as any short-term training programs Participates in personnel decisions involving classified, student, part-time staff Prepares and maintains administrative records, business reports, and supervise staff engaged in these tasks like Credit Card reconciliation/payment Coordinate office supplies orders with Program Coordinator Regular schedule 8:00am-4:30pm daily.
Hybrid modality coordinated with supervisor according to position and campus needs Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required during peak times as directed by the Seattle Colleges policies What you bring as a candidate: (Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience) A Bachelor's degree in a related field OR a combination of professional experience in a related field with supervisory and administrative experience Experience as office Manager And/or coordinating multiple administrative responsibilities Ability to meet critical deadlines and prioritize workload Strong commitment to working collaboratively with dean, college, district, partners Ability to work independently and without supervision Experience in program planning and fiscal record keeping Budget planning, monitoring and projection experience Evidence of ability to interpret detailed information and trouble-shoot, and problem solve Excellent verbal, listening, communication and customer service skills. Ability to use Microsoft Office products to implement job duties including Excel, Access, Outlook. Physical Demands and Disability Accommodation Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with Seattle Colleges.
This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact Human Resources. Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants: Ability to operate office equipment, receive and interpret data, and prepare various materials Ability to exchange information with supervisor, lead, co-workers, and students Ability to provide 1:1 support, present to small groups, and work at a computer exercising repetitive hand motion Work is performed primarily in office settings with frequent interruptions and encounters noises typical of an office environment Notice of Non-Discrimination Statement Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability.
In addition, reasonable accommodation will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of "bullying" behaviors, including "cyberbullying." Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the Director of Legal Compliance. Background Check Statement Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.
Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will complete Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form WA HB 2327 as required.
