Director, Adult Education & Literacy-Grant Funded

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position.  A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-Houston North Greenspoint

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

LSC-Houston North Greenspoint is a state-of-the-art, full-service location designed to serve the greater Greenspoint area. Its proximity to local businesses and public transportation has created a location ideal for working and non-traditional students. The facility offers a selection of day, evening and weekend credit courses, including university-transfer courses, certificates, computer/office skills, and developmental studies.

Location address is 250 N. Sam Houston Pkwy E., Houston, TX 77060.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Director, Adult Education and Literacy is responsible for developing and managing Adult Education programs and literacy courses offered at multiple sites throughout LSC. This position oversees processes and procedures primarily focused on adult education grant activities, while assisting systemwide improvements to adult learner advancement and completion at LSC. They are responsible for program success through grant compliance, program design, budget development and allocation, and advancement of community-based partnerships. This position leads educational strategies to improve adult basic education and facilitate the successful transition of adults to post-secondary education. Responsible for compliance with state reporting and curriculum mandates. 

This isa temporary, grant-funded position.Continuation of the position from one academic yearto the next is dependent upon continued grantfunding.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1.    Supervises and delegates as necessary the daily and long-term activities of staff and instructors involved in advising, program coordination, record keeping, and instruction

2.      Coordinates with various campus administrators to ensure proper program management of system adult learner initiatives and campus activities adhere to all grant or other government compliance requirements

3.    Oversees the development of appropriate courses, scheduling, and curriculum for program, ensuring effective implementation, supervision, quality assurance and evaluation ofprogram.

4.    Uses appropriate data and information to evaluate the effectiveness of the program and makes recommendations forimprovement to LSC administration, advisory committees and local and/or state grant leadership

5.    Supervises the collection, input and timely reporting of student and staff data per grant requirements

6.    Responsible for developing and managing the grant budget of over one million dollars, financial and programmatic activities to meet Federal and State guidelines

7.    Works with other departments to develop proposals and applications for grants and funds to continue ongoing programs and to develop new programs in accordance to identified communityneeds.

8.    Recruits, hires, trains, schedules and evaluates staff and instructors. Designs and implements a professional development plan for all instructional personnel inaccordance to statemandates.

9.    Responsible for the management of student recruitment, advising, assessment, placement, andfollow-up activities

10.  Develops, maintains, and evaluates cooperative relationships with funding agencies, area school districts, community organizations, and local workforce development agencies to implement legislative change and ensure that agreements enhance the resources and services provided to LSC students and faculty and the public

11.  Evaluates trends in learning resources in Adult Education and remains current in all aspects of state-wide AEL program regulations, updates and changes. Plans, implements and continuously evaluates programs, services, and resources in response to findings. Ensures provision of relevant curriculum and supplemental learning objectives

12.  Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

·        Ability to meet specific deadlines on a daily basis

·        Excellent written and communication skills

·     Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills

·         Ability to work in a diverse college setting

·         Excellent skills in computer and database applications

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:  

·    Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment

·       Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position

·       Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Ability Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of related work experience, or an  equivalent combination of education and experience

·         Experience must include at least 3 years in a management-level position

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·        Master's degree

·         Excellent Experience in program development and budget monitoring

Salary

Hiring salary range is $72,821 - $83,744.

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions.  Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education.  Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer.  The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience.  The resume should include the following information for each position listed:

• Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
• If the position was full time or part time
• If the position was paid or unpaid
• Level of degree completed including date earned.
• Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

Special Instructions

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You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.

How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year.  By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).

If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.

More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.