Tarrant County College
Director, Educational Partnerships
Tarrant County College, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
Title:
Director, Educational Partnerships
Department:
TR Academic Affairs
Campus Location:
Trinity River Campus
Employee Classification:
APT - Administrative
Position Type:
FT - Regular
Grant Funded:
No
Compensation Details:
Commensurate with education and experience
Work Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Remote Eligible:
This position is not eligible for remote work
Special Instructions to Applicant:
Job Summary Reporting to the Vice President, Academic Affairs, the Director, Educational Partnerships provides leadership for and oversight of the strategic implementation, management, assessment, and quality improvement of the College's partnership programs and initiatives including early outreach, dual enrollment, and transfer programs. Establishes and maintains positive educational community relationships that contribute to the College's ability to fulfill its mission. This position is responsible for developing strategies and partnerships with educational and public entities to support the continuum of education from K-12 through the Baccalaureate. Works with academic affairs and student development services areas to provide access to enrollment, registration, learning and college life services in support of dual enrollment and educational outreach programs.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities Essential Performance Requirements
Collaborates with campus and district leadership to develop, implement, evaluate, and report on academically sound programs that encourage a continuum of education through strategic partnerships with K12 schools, universities, employers, and community organizations
Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among employees and partners
Works with campus administrative academic leaders to develop dual credit faculty assignments
Oversees and participates in the implementation of a wide range of outreach and education initiatives that encourage college success and career readiness that include regular dual credit, CTE dual credit, early college high school and P-Techs, and home school students
Works with campus registrar to oversee the DC College add/drop and self-registration process and reconcile course rosters to ensure accurate enrollments
Collaborates with campus and college leaders to implement college rigor, process, and policy changes in coordination with external partners
Collaborates with external partners to recruit, advise, and support student learning outcomes for early outreach, dual enrollment, and transfer programming
Assists in the evaluation of program development for compliance with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board / Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC) outcomes and requirements while working with Institutional Effectiveness, Accreditation, and Planning
Coordinates development and provision of specialized course delivery for Career and Technical Education (CTE) Dual Credit Courses with all college campuses as it relates to the college's P-TECH offerings
Serves on various department, campus, ISD (Independent School District), and district committees
Collaborates with TCC, ISD officials, and high school administrators to determine course offerings and provide leadership and direction for TCC coordinators and partners
Interfaces with the administrations of ISD, private and charter schools, as well as home school programs to disseminate information, identify problems, monitor progress, and ensure adherence to goals and objectives
Coordinates and presents orientation sessions for TCC, ISDs, Special Events and high school administrators and staff, as well as for high school students, community, and college faculty
Collaborates with TCC Institutional Research office to inform the SACSCOC of substantive changes as related to the dual credit program
Monitors and reports off-site dual credit course offerings to the Metroplex Higher Education Regional Council (MHERC)
Assesses current student needs and course offerings based upon discussions with Dual Credit faculty and ISD partners
Plans special events involving community, college educators, and high school participants
Completes annual Institutional Effectiveness Plan (IEPs) based on the campus goals and objectives, to include projecting outcomes and budget needs
Systematically and continuously monitors data collection to ensure that program activities are related to institutional effectiveness, and documents the uses of these findings for corrective actions, improvement, and accountability
General Supervision and Management
Develops professional growth and learning opportunities to enhance internal and external capacities for effective communications, training, and outreach for both staff and faculty, whether embedded high school faculty or TCC hired faculty in conjunction with the Center for Teaching & Learning as needed
Provides leadership and strategic direction for TCC partnerships with a focus on college and career readiness
Assumes responsibility for the selection, training, supervision, evaluation, performance management, and discipline of select staff working on training, outreach, and strategic activities
Oversees lists of budgetary and other needs while administering the operational and travel budget including Dual Credit and Early College High School campus programs
Service Excellence
Participates on behalf of the College in external community organizations and associations as assigned to support the essential performance requirements
Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College
Supervision
Works under the general supervision of the Vice President, Academic Affairs
*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required
The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Required Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree
Two (2) years of experience in education or related field
One (1) year's experience supervising (e.g., managing and evaluating the performance of others)
Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate in Education, Higher Education Administration, Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field
At least one (1) year related to the Essential Requirements
At least one year's working experience teaching or training with K-12 schools
At least one (1) year of experience in strategic enrollment management, including outreach, enrollment funnels, data use, and retention strategies
At least one (1) year of experience developing, negotiating, or managing MOUs, articulation agreements, or interagency contracts
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of higher education and K-12 policies, principles, trends, and organizations
Knowledge of learning technologies and curriculum design
Skilled in the analysis and reengineering of systems, processes, and procedures
Skilled in leadership that promote dedication, creativity, innovation, and growth
Ability to extract data from multiple systems and design reports that facilitate decision making
Ability to analyze and evaluate outcomes and effectiveness of projects/programs
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast-paced environment where the demands for work are varied, and unpredictable in scope and volume
Ability to analyze data and provide sound recommendations based on policy, procedure, practice, and existing regulations
Ability to delegate work appropriately to faculty and staff to meet College and campus deliverables
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Accommodation/EEO Statement Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
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Director, Educational Partnerships
Department:
TR Academic Affairs
Campus Location:
Trinity River Campus
Employee Classification:
APT - Administrative
Position Type:
FT - Regular
Grant Funded:
No
Compensation Details:
Commensurate with education and experience
Work Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Remote Eligible:
This position is not eligible for remote work
Special Instructions to Applicant:
Job Summary Reporting to the Vice President, Academic Affairs, the Director, Educational Partnerships provides leadership for and oversight of the strategic implementation, management, assessment, and quality improvement of the College's partnership programs and initiatives including early outreach, dual enrollment, and transfer programs. Establishes and maintains positive educational community relationships that contribute to the College's ability to fulfill its mission. This position is responsible for developing strategies and partnerships with educational and public entities to support the continuum of education from K-12 through the Baccalaureate. Works with academic affairs and student development services areas to provide access to enrollment, registration, learning and college life services in support of dual enrollment and educational outreach programs.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities Essential Performance Requirements
Collaborates with campus and district leadership to develop, implement, evaluate, and report on academically sound programs that encourage a continuum of education through strategic partnerships with K12 schools, universities, employers, and community organizations
Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among employees and partners
Works with campus administrative academic leaders to develop dual credit faculty assignments
Oversees and participates in the implementation of a wide range of outreach and education initiatives that encourage college success and career readiness that include regular dual credit, CTE dual credit, early college high school and P-Techs, and home school students
Works with campus registrar to oversee the DC College add/drop and self-registration process and reconcile course rosters to ensure accurate enrollments
Collaborates with campus and college leaders to implement college rigor, process, and policy changes in coordination with external partners
Collaborates with external partners to recruit, advise, and support student learning outcomes for early outreach, dual enrollment, and transfer programming
Assists in the evaluation of program development for compliance with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board / Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC) outcomes and requirements while working with Institutional Effectiveness, Accreditation, and Planning
Coordinates development and provision of specialized course delivery for Career and Technical Education (CTE) Dual Credit Courses with all college campuses as it relates to the college's P-TECH offerings
Serves on various department, campus, ISD (Independent School District), and district committees
Collaborates with TCC, ISD officials, and high school administrators to determine course offerings and provide leadership and direction for TCC coordinators and partners
Interfaces with the administrations of ISD, private and charter schools, as well as home school programs to disseminate information, identify problems, monitor progress, and ensure adherence to goals and objectives
Coordinates and presents orientation sessions for TCC, ISDs, Special Events and high school administrators and staff, as well as for high school students, community, and college faculty
Collaborates with TCC Institutional Research office to inform the SACSCOC of substantive changes as related to the dual credit program
Monitors and reports off-site dual credit course offerings to the Metroplex Higher Education Regional Council (MHERC)
Assesses current student needs and course offerings based upon discussions with Dual Credit faculty and ISD partners
Plans special events involving community, college educators, and high school participants
Completes annual Institutional Effectiveness Plan (IEPs) based on the campus goals and objectives, to include projecting outcomes and budget needs
Systematically and continuously monitors data collection to ensure that program activities are related to institutional effectiveness, and documents the uses of these findings for corrective actions, improvement, and accountability
General Supervision and Management
Develops professional growth and learning opportunities to enhance internal and external capacities for effective communications, training, and outreach for both staff and faculty, whether embedded high school faculty or TCC hired faculty in conjunction with the Center for Teaching & Learning as needed
Provides leadership and strategic direction for TCC partnerships with a focus on college and career readiness
Assumes responsibility for the selection, training, supervision, evaluation, performance management, and discipline of select staff working on training, outreach, and strategic activities
Oversees lists of budgetary and other needs while administering the operational and travel budget including Dual Credit and Early College High School campus programs
Service Excellence
Participates on behalf of the College in external community organizations and associations as assigned to support the essential performance requirements
Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College
Supervision
Works under the general supervision of the Vice President, Academic Affairs
*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required
The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Required Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree
Two (2) years of experience in education or related field
One (1) year's experience supervising (e.g., managing and evaluating the performance of others)
Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate in Education, Higher Education Administration, Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field
At least one (1) year related to the Essential Requirements
At least one year's working experience teaching or training with K-12 schools
At least one (1) year of experience in strategic enrollment management, including outreach, enrollment funnels, data use, and retention strategies
At least one (1) year of experience developing, negotiating, or managing MOUs, articulation agreements, or interagency contracts
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of higher education and K-12 policies, principles, trends, and organizations
Knowledge of learning technologies and curriculum design
Skilled in the analysis and reengineering of systems, processes, and procedures
Skilled in leadership that promote dedication, creativity, innovation, and growth
Ability to extract data from multiple systems and design reports that facilitate decision making
Ability to analyze and evaluate outcomes and effectiveness of projects/programs
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast-paced environment where the demands for work are varied, and unpredictable in scope and volume
Ability to analyze data and provide sound recommendations based on policy, procedure, practice, and existing regulations
Ability to delegate work appropriately to faculty and staff to meet College and campus deliverables
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Accommodation/EEO Statement Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
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