Director, Work Based Learning & Career Advantage Apply
Position Information
Job Title
Director, Work Based Learning & Career Advantage
Campus
Ankeny Campus
Job Number
24-A46
Employment Date
As soon as possible
Job Category
Administrative/Professional Positions
Application & Position Contact Information
Human Resources at (515) 964-6479 or jobs@dmacc.edu for information concerning the application process. Kyle Collins at 515-965-7304 or kcollins16@dmacc.edu for information concerning the position or your status once the position has closed.
Posting Detail Information
Salary Information
Starting salary: $82,930-$97,552
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. The starting salary range represents the Colleges good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Pay Grade: AP
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. The starting salary range represents the Colleges good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Pay Grade: AP
Job Summary
Create and administer a comprehensive Work Based Learning (WBL) program for students in the DMACC district, connecting students with employers in earn and learn opportunities aligned with their majors or career exploration. Plan, design, develop and supervise day-to-day operations of the Work Based Learning staff and program. Coordinate all NACEP (National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships), compliance related functions and activities. Coordinate all learning management system (Canvas) training integration and delivery to high school career advantage instructors
Essential Functions
Oversee and provide leadership for the strategic development, implementation and evaluation of department programs and staff, operational objectives, public relations and outreach activities for the WBL department. Administer NACEP compliance related functions in coordination with DMACC site leaders, district chairs, academic deans, provosts and K-12 faculty and staff in DMACCs service area. Research and communicate up-to-date changes to NACEP standards to administrators, faculty, and staff.
Facilitate connections with DMACC academic departments, high schools and DMACC personnel. Develop strong partnerships with business and industry in order to create opportunities for students to gain valuable job skills tied to their program of study. Identify, implement and manage processes to connect and align high school and DMACC students to business and industry for WBL opportunities. Develop, implement, and communicate district-wide NACEP compliance related course oversight, course site visitations, staff development, course specific online training, assessment, student surveys, evaluation, and documentation. Monitor and track expenditures related to carrying out NACEP compliance and ensure all high schools and academic areas are communicated with and in compliance. Prepare reports for NACEP, demonstrating monitoring compliance, and make recommendations regarding necessary improvements, amendments, or additions to programming. Maintain all data and districtwide records related to programming success and compliance with NACEP standards. Records include but are not limited to: syllabi, staff development, visitations, assessment, and course oversight, as provided by agencies, school districts and community contacts
Supervise department staff including personnel actions related to hiring, compensation, performance evaluation, training, leave, discipline, work schedules and assignments. Administer personnel and related policies and procedures.
Establish and maintain contacts with Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI), Iowa Economic Development Authority, Iowa Workforce Development, Greater Des Moines Partnership, Future Ready Iowa, Department of Education and other key community partners to align DMACCs WBL efforts with business, college and state initiatives.
Coordinate and monitor fiscal and budget planning. Monitor and approve ongoing expenses and grant activity.
Perform other duties as assigned
Facilitate connections with DMACC academic departments, high schools and DMACC personnel. Develop strong partnerships with business and industry in order to create opportunities for students to gain valuable job skills tied to their program of study. Identify, implement and manage processes to connect and align high school and DMACC students to business and industry for WBL opportunities. Develop, implement, and communicate district-wide NACEP compliance related course oversight, course site visitations, staff development, course specific online training, assessment, student surveys, evaluation, and documentation. Monitor and track expenditures related to carrying out NACEP compliance and ensure all high schools and academic areas are communicated with and in compliance. Prepare reports for NACEP, demonstrating monitoring compliance, and make recommendations regarding necessary improvements, amendments, or additions to programming. Maintain all data and districtwide records related to programming success and compliance with NACEP standards. Records include but are not limited to: syllabi, staff development, visitations, assessment, and course oversight, as provided by agencies, school districts and community contacts
Supervise department staff including personnel actions related to hiring, compensation, performance evaluation, training, leave, discipline, work schedules and assignments. Administer personnel and related policies and procedures.
Establish and maintain contacts with Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI), Iowa Economic Development Authority, Iowa Workforce Development, Greater Des Moines Partnership, Future Ready Iowa, Department of Education and other key community partners to align DMACCs WBL efforts with business, college and state initiatives.
Coordinate and monitor fiscal and budget planning. Monitor and approve ongoing expenses and grant activity.
Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in education, business administration, public relations or other related discipline.
Five years of directly related work experience including two years at the supervisory level. Experience working with employers.
Knowledge of current trends in employment needs.
Demonstrated competency in strategic planning. Demonstrated excellent communication, human relation and collaboration skills.
Ability to develop working relationships with community organizations and employers. Demonstrated competence in budget planning and management.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with a wide variety of individuals coming from different backgrounds.
Knowledge of current software applications.
Five years of directly related work experience including two years at the supervisory level. Experience working with employers.
Knowledge of current trends in employment needs.
Demonstrated competency in strategic planning. Demonstrated excellent communication, human relation and collaboration skills.
Ability to develop working relationships with community organizations and employers. Demonstrated competence in budget planning and management.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with a wide variety of individuals coming from different backgrounds.
Knowledge of current software applications.
Desired Qualifications
Masters degree in a related discipline.
Demonstrated experience working with or for community colleges.
Experience connecting high school and/or college students to employment or WBL opportunities. Knowledge and experience in high school policies and procedures in delivering courses and programs.
Knowledge of state law and Department of Education policy as it relates to K-12 and community college sharing agreements and NACEP.
Knowledgeable about online delivery and Canvas delivery system.
Knowledge and experience in assessment.
Knowledge of career and technical education and transfer course content.
Experience in developing new products (program courses, curriculum) in an educational setting. Experience with accreditation processes.
Demonstrated experience working with or for community colleges.
Experience connecting high school and/or college students to employment or WBL opportunities. Knowledge and experience in high school policies and procedures in delivering courses and programs.
Knowledge of state law and Department of Education policy as it relates to K-12 and community college sharing agreements and NACEP.
Knowledgeable about online delivery and Canvas delivery system.
Knowledge and experience in assessment.
Knowledge of career and technical education and transfer course content.
Experience in developing new products (program courses, curriculum) in an educational setting. Experience with accreditation processes.
Physical Requirements
Constant:
- Sit
Occasional:
- Lift Floor to Waist < 10 lbs
- Carry < 10 lbs x 100 ft
- Push/pull horizontal 10 lbs x 18 in
- Lateral Pinch
- Forward reach
- Crouch
- Neck Flexion, Extension & Rotation
- Fine Motor Coordination
- Hand & Foot Coordination
- Stand
- Ability to be Mobile
Mobility accommodations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and determined by the essential functions of this position.
Physical Demand Category
Light
Post offer, Pre-Employment Physical Test
N/A
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, day hours.
Posting Date
02/02/2024
Deadline for Submitting Applications
02/18/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer and embraces diversity. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6301 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu.
THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting See Resume will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application. Transcripts must include the applicants name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.
THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting See Resume will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application. Transcripts must include the applicants name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.
Quick Link for Postings
https://jobs.dmacc.edu/postings/10924
Nondiscrimination Statement:
Nondiscrimination Statement
Nondiscrimination Statement:
Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment), and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.
Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure (HR3010). Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provosts office, the Academic Deans office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny, Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6216, Title9@dmacc.edu. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1576, fax 312-730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339, email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.
Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure (HR3010). Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provosts office, the Academic Deans office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny, Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6216, Title9@dmacc.edu. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1576, fax 312-730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339, email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please state the specific qualifications/experiences that you believe have prepared you to direct all NACEP (National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships) compliance related functions and activities.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Please provide a specific explanation as to why you feel you are well-qualified to establish, position and administer a comprehensive WBL program.
(Open Ended Question)
- * How did you learn about this job opening?
- DMACC Employee Referral
- Friend/Relative
- Indeed.com
- TeachIowa.gov
- HigherEdJobs
- CareerBuilder
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Inside Higher Ed
- Iowa Workforce Development
- DMACC Website
- DMACC Applicant Job Alert Email
- Other
- * Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?
- Yes
- No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents Optional Documents
- Transcripts
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcript 2
- Transcript 3
- Other
