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Director of College and Career Readiness and Human Resources Development

Halifax Community College

Job Description

Director of College and Career Readiness and Human Resources Development

 

Salary  : Depends on Qualifications
 
Location  : Weldon, NC
 
Job Type : Full-Time
 
Job Number : DCCRHRD
 
Division : Workforce Development and Operations
 
Opening Date : 09/17/2024
 
 
 

Description

Direct, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate all functions of the College and Career Readiness programs, Adult High School (AHS), High School Equivalency (HSE), English as a Second Language (ESL), Adult Basic Education (ABE) to ensure that standards for program integrity and accountability are being met. Investigate, develop, and implement the College and Career Readiness curriculum and programs. Train and/or provide training to the College and Career Readiness staff. Prepare and monitor budgets, which include seeking alternate funding sources through grants. Maintain inventory of instructional materials and equipment. Provide oversight in the utilization of the Comprehensive Adult Students Assessment System (CASAS).

 

Examples of Duties

 

  • Attend regional, state, and national workshops to gain program information and professional growth as required by the supervisor.
  • Lead, direct, supervise, and support faculty and staff in the Workforce Readiness Department.
  • Direct or initiate all personnel actions, including hiring, annual personnel performance evaluations, etc.
  • Provide classroom instruction as necessary.
  • Develop a College and Career Readiness curriculum and programs to serve the community's needs.
  • Prepare and submit the annual Workforce Readiness Program Plan, necessary reports, and manage program budgets.
  • Conduct initial placement interviews, process student transfers from public schools, and serve as counselor and advisor for ABE, HSE, AHS, and ESL students.
  • Ensure program integrity and accountability in accordance with State mandates and Halifax Community College standards, policies, and procedures.
  • Audit classes for accountability and relevance to the Workforce Readiness program mission.
  • Visit off-campus classes at least once monthly.
  • Supervise the maintenance of records and the preparation of a variety of reports and analyses.
  • Plan training of new ABE/HSE/ESL/AHS instructors to use appropriate assessment instruments and selection of instructional materials.
  • Provide oversight of in-service training for instructors, specifically in the utilization of the Comprehensive Adult Students Assessment System (CASAS).
  • Provide oversight of monitoring ABE/HSE/ESL/AHS classes to ensure that program integrity and accountability standards are being met. 
  • Maintain overall inventory of instructional materials, approve orders for materials, and ensure records of materials checked in/out by instructors are maintained.
  • Establish recruiting and retention objectives and establish an overall College and Career Readiness recruiting and retention plan.
  • Supervise coordination of transportation and other support services for ABE/HSE/ESL/AHS students.
  • Ability to research, apply, and implement innovative grant opportunities.
  • Possess computer/technology competencies as appropriate to the position.
  • Work with NC Works and other community stakeholders. 
  • Acquire computer/technology competencies as appropriate to the position.
  •  Maintain security of personal computer access. 
  • The core curriculum for HRD training includes, but is not limited to, the following components:
    • Employability Skills
    • Employability Lab
    • Career Planning & Assessment
    • Occupational Readiness/Pathways
    • Introduction to Computer Skills
    • Employability Motivation & Retention
    • Economic Literacy
    • Self-assessment and values clarification
    • Open entry/exit employability skills
    • Goal setting and action plan
    • Employability skills/occupational extension courses
    • Information technology/applications for job search
    • Self-esteem
    • Keeping a job
    • Personal finances; Changing Economy
  •  Other Duties as assigned by the Vice-President or President of the College.

 

Minimum/Required Qualifications

Minimum

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Adult, and Community College Education, Counseling, or other related fields.
  • One year of experience in the development and delivery of adult education programs and services OR an equivalent combination of education and experience..
Preferred
  • Master’s Degree in Education, Adult, and Community College Education, Counseling, or other related field.  Demonstrated ability to work effectively with the public sector. Formal training in the Comprehensive Adult Student System (CASAS) and curriculum development. Bilingual; Career Readiness Certificate (CRC) Experience with business and industry sectors and workforce development programs.
  • Extensive supervisory experience. One year of experience in community college and/or literacy programs.

 

How to Apply

 

MUST READ Special Instructions and Additional Information to Applicants:

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of state applications.  "See Attached Resume", etc. will result in an incomplete application.  Resumes, cover letters, and all transcripts listed on application must be uploaded with your application or this will also result in an incomplete application.  Official transcripts must be submitted to the Human Resources Director within (15) days upon hiring.  All applications must be submitted directly via our online application system at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/halifaxcc

Applications submitted through third party sites will not be accepted.  Application packets for employment must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.  If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be accepted. To receive credit, all relevant experience must be included in the work history section of the application.  

Any information omitted from the application but included in the resume will not be considered for qualifying credit.  Persons eligible for Veteran's Preference must submit a copy of Form DD-214.

 

 

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