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Manager, Dual Credit

Inside Higher Ed, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Manager, Dual Credit

Location LSC-University Park

Employment Type Regular, Full‑Time

Job ID 43883

Commitment to Mission This job carries 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

Purpose and Scope The Manager, Dual Credit provides strategic leadership for college readiness, dual credit, and Early College programs. This role oversees the design, implementation, and evaluation of programs that prepare K-12 students for success in higher education. The Manager is responsible for managing staff and resources to ensure program effectiveness, maintenance of campus relationships with K-12 partners, and program alignment with institutional goals. Additionally, the Manager serves as a liaison to various LSC departments to meet program objectives.

Essential Job Functions

Provides leadership and direction for the planning, design, administration, and evaluation of the dual credit program, ensuring alignment with the college's goals and vision

Develops and maintains student services and instructional support for high school partnerships, including dual credit, Early College High Schools, and Home School programs, ensuring their alignment with institutional priorities

Oversees the enrollment process for dual credit students and ensures practices and procedures are aligned with college expectations and priorities. Manages student financials processing for dual credit students receiving third‑party funding

Collaborates with Deans and department chairs to resolve implementation issues at the high schools; collaborates with Student Services and Business Office staff to develop efficient processing of dual credit student enrollment requests

Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates department staff; delegates responsibilities, provides clear guidance, establishes priorities, and sets deadlines to ensure the timely and efficient completion of work

Works closely with high schools and other internal and external partners to develop, interpret, and implement policies and procedures for the dual credit and Early College High School programs

Oversees the organization of campus visits for high school students, counselors, dual credit faculty, and other ISD personnel; manages college's dual credit events at high school including information sessions, application days, and student registration events

Develops and communicates procedural changes that align with partnership goals; represents the college at ISD functions and LSCS meetings

Oversees selection of promotional items for purchase for dual credit program events

Maintain program compliance with college, SACSCOC, state and federal policies

Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Able to work autonomously and have a high degree of judgment

Excellent decision making, conflict resolution, and problem‑solving abilities

Strong social/interpersonal and communications skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment

Ability to establish cooperative working relationships in the course of performing assigned duties

Ability to maintain a positive attitude in a demanding work environment

Excellent decision making, conflict resolution, and problem‑solving abilities

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.

Work Schedule & Conditions

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

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

Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Salary Hiring salary range is $54,528 – $62,708. The salary offer within this range will be determined by related experience and education at the time of hiring.

Benefits By joining our institution, you will enjoy 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 Apply online only through the official job search page. Do not provide application materials via fax, email, mail, or hand delivery. Attach a cover letter, resume, and any other requested documents. For instructional positions, include a teaching philosophy and unofficial transcripts.

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

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