Hocking College
Program Manager, Drone & Geospatial Technology
Hocking College, Nelsonville, Ohio, United States, 45764
Program Manager, Drone & Geospatial Technology
Under direct supervision of the Dean, School of Natural Resource and Public Safety, the Program Manager will perform the following functions:
Develop and instruct academic programming in FAA Part 107 certification test, preparation, drone operation, geospatial design/integration, GIS/GPS, and cross‑departmental incorporation within Workforce and Public Safety programs.
Serve as a habitat management generalist, responsible for assisting with site operations and land management practices, supervising instructors, and providing hands‑on real world educational experience; provide course instructional services and participate in new student recruitment and enrollment activities.
I. Position Purpose Responsible for leading operations and habitat management efforts of various sites on main campus, land lab, Lake Snowden, Robbins Crossing and fish hatchery, to create meaningful courses that benefit students and external stakeholders.
II. Program‑Specific Duties And Responsibilities
Actively leads live learning labs related to habitat restoration, environmental mitigation, native plantings, invasive species removal, TSI work, prescribed/wildland fire practices and manages entrepreneurial endeavors and community involvement.
Creates, maintains, and processes materials associated with Natural Resource Programs and associated sites; teaches classes each semester of the year; supervises employees, interns, students working in their areas.
III. Position Duties And Responsibilities Oversight of Workers
In coordination with natural resource staff and faculty, plans, schedules, and monitors the work of employees, student workers and volunteers engaged in the care/maintenance of natural resource equipment and sites.
Supervises/evaluates the work of student workers, recommends personnel actions related to selection, performance review, scheduling and discipline; administers personnel and related policies/procedures.
Ensures all staff and students are trained in existing work methods, policies and procedures to conform to accepted standards; oversees staff development planning for natural resource personnel.
Administration, Maintenance, and Site Improvement
Establishes policies and procedures for natural resource operations; aids in the development of long‑range plans/goals for site use; offers suggestions to the Director and natural resource faculty to maximize efficiency/effectiveness of operations; assists in developing/securing funding sources.
Utilizes cost/benefit analysis methods and techniques to evaluate programs and operations.
Assists the Director with the development and management of the operating budget; responds to phone calls, e‑mails, and other communication in a professional, timely, and courteous manner.
Promotion and Program Development
Responsible for developing new Drone, GIS/GPS programming and expanding existing programming opportunities.
Implements an outreach strategy designed to promote Hocking College natural resource programs and increase revenues; maintains a continuous program to research/pursue new business; conducts campaigns and activities for the marketing/promotion of facility use.
Participates in department activities by working cooperatively with the natural resource staff and faculty to accomplish the goals of the department including securing and maintaining program accreditation and certifications; shares expertise and materials with other department members; works constructively to resolve individual and department concerns; actively participate in department meetings; follow department policies.
Academic Duties
Communicate college policies and procedures to ensure they are followed.
Assist the Director to manage aspects of grant funding as needed.
Represent the program to students, prospective students, and other interested parties at recruiting events, on and off campus.
Assist the Director to work with Career Technical Centers and traditional secondary schools to develop articulation agreements and CCP oversight.
Collaborate and provide programming for career/program exploration camps including summer camps.
Collaborate with the Director and the marketing department to develop materials that promote the program (e.g., publications, web page, annual report).
Teaching and Advising
Develops, maintains, and delivers relevant course material to ensure student employability upon program completion.
Work with students and faculty to resolve conflicts.
Drive student involvement in the advising process by maintaining sufficient advising hours compatible with student schedules; meeting with advisees regularly; advising students struggling with coursework; maintaining appropriate advisee files; directing students to appropriate department and College resources; maintaining confidentiality; evaluating graduation progress and completions.
Keep track of student progress in cross disciplines and update student records.
Manages Learning Laboratories and Entrepreneurial Ventures
Responsible for identifying entrepreneurial ventures that are aligned with curriculum and course outcomes, including but not limited to the development of non‑credit bearing courses/trainings related to land management practices, equipment operation, wildlife management strategies and other related topics.
Responsible for the care/maintenance of natural resources equipment, grounds, classrooms, surrounding buildings, and other natural resource sites.
Assists with purchasing, budgeting, staff, and programming at relevant facilities and field operations.
Promotes and publicizes programs and opportunities to include the general public. This includes Leisure Learning programs.
Coordinates with faculty and staff within the college regarding use of the facilities.
Other Duties As Assigned Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications – Education, Experience, and Skills
Bachelor’s degree required in Wildlife Management, Forestry, Environmental Science, Conservation Biology, or closely related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum two years of field experience operating unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for natural resource applications, including data collection, mapping, and monitoring in diverse outdoor environments.
Proficiency with standard drone platforms, safety protocols, and mission planning required.
Demonstrated proficiency with ArcGIS Pro, including at least two years of experience performing spatial analysis, geoprocessing, orthomosaic mapping, and high‑quality map production to support natural resource projects.
Must be able to create, edit, and manage geodatabases and effectively process and visualize spatial datasets.
Possess an FAA Part 107 UAS Pilot License.
Preferred candidate will possess a Commercial Driver’s License, or willingness to obtain one.
Evidence of professional development in the field of concentration as demonstrated by activity in professional associations, consultative practice; participation in seminars, workshops, and formal coursework, and individual reading and research.
Knowledge of various tractors, implements, light and heavy equipment operation and safety preferred.
Knowledge of logging practices, procedures, timber stand improvement techniques, forest fire suppression, controlled burn and related safety practices preferred.
Knowledge of hand and power tools for safe operation. Knowledge of light maintenance, carpentry, electric, plumbing preferred.
Knowledge of building/repairing trails, building water bars, wildlife grazing areas, mowing, reseeding log landings/log roads and collecting seeds.
Knowledge of the principles/practices of effective supervision, marketing/public relations, equine programs and activities, budget preparation/administration, inventory control/supply management, cost/benefit analysis methods and techniques.
Ability to use courtesy, diplomacy, and tact in dealing with the public and in resolving disputes.
Ability to plan, direct, schedule, evaluate the work of staff.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to perform cost/benefit analysis and develop sound conclusions.
Ability to secure/generate funds to support stable operations.
Ability to work a flexible schedule in case of emergency.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in First Aid and CPR.
Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers, representatives of other organizations, event promoters, advertising agencies, volunteers, and the public.
Application Information Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, transcripts and a resume to the Office of Human Resources (3301 Hocking Parkway, Nelsonville, OH 45764), email a resume and cover letter to humanresources@hocking.edu, or fax a resume or cover letter to 740-753-7039. Position will remain open until filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer Hocking College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, age, disability or military status in employment or the provision of services.
When contacted for an interview, an applicant who requires special accommodation due to a disability should notify the office at that time so proper arrangements can be made for the interview.
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Develop and instruct academic programming in FAA Part 107 certification test, preparation, drone operation, geospatial design/integration, GIS/GPS, and cross‑departmental incorporation within Workforce and Public Safety programs.
Serve as a habitat management generalist, responsible for assisting with site operations and land management practices, supervising instructors, and providing hands‑on real world educational experience; provide course instructional services and participate in new student recruitment and enrollment activities.
I. Position Purpose Responsible for leading operations and habitat management efforts of various sites on main campus, land lab, Lake Snowden, Robbins Crossing and fish hatchery, to create meaningful courses that benefit students and external stakeholders.
II. Program‑Specific Duties And Responsibilities
Actively leads live learning labs related to habitat restoration, environmental mitigation, native plantings, invasive species removal, TSI work, prescribed/wildland fire practices and manages entrepreneurial endeavors and community involvement.
Creates, maintains, and processes materials associated with Natural Resource Programs and associated sites; teaches classes each semester of the year; supervises employees, interns, students working in their areas.
III. Position Duties And Responsibilities Oversight of Workers
In coordination with natural resource staff and faculty, plans, schedules, and monitors the work of employees, student workers and volunteers engaged in the care/maintenance of natural resource equipment and sites.
Supervises/evaluates the work of student workers, recommends personnel actions related to selection, performance review, scheduling and discipline; administers personnel and related policies/procedures.
Ensures all staff and students are trained in existing work methods, policies and procedures to conform to accepted standards; oversees staff development planning for natural resource personnel.
Administration, Maintenance, and Site Improvement
Establishes policies and procedures for natural resource operations; aids in the development of long‑range plans/goals for site use; offers suggestions to the Director and natural resource faculty to maximize efficiency/effectiveness of operations; assists in developing/securing funding sources.
Utilizes cost/benefit analysis methods and techniques to evaluate programs and operations.
Assists the Director with the development and management of the operating budget; responds to phone calls, e‑mails, and other communication in a professional, timely, and courteous manner.
Promotion and Program Development
Responsible for developing new Drone, GIS/GPS programming and expanding existing programming opportunities.
Implements an outreach strategy designed to promote Hocking College natural resource programs and increase revenues; maintains a continuous program to research/pursue new business; conducts campaigns and activities for the marketing/promotion of facility use.
Participates in department activities by working cooperatively with the natural resource staff and faculty to accomplish the goals of the department including securing and maintaining program accreditation and certifications; shares expertise and materials with other department members; works constructively to resolve individual and department concerns; actively participate in department meetings; follow department policies.
Academic Duties
Communicate college policies and procedures to ensure they are followed.
Assist the Director to manage aspects of grant funding as needed.
Represent the program to students, prospective students, and other interested parties at recruiting events, on and off campus.
Assist the Director to work with Career Technical Centers and traditional secondary schools to develop articulation agreements and CCP oversight.
Collaborate and provide programming for career/program exploration camps including summer camps.
Collaborate with the Director and the marketing department to develop materials that promote the program (e.g., publications, web page, annual report).
Teaching and Advising
Develops, maintains, and delivers relevant course material to ensure student employability upon program completion.
Work with students and faculty to resolve conflicts.
Drive student involvement in the advising process by maintaining sufficient advising hours compatible with student schedules; meeting with advisees regularly; advising students struggling with coursework; maintaining appropriate advisee files; directing students to appropriate department and College resources; maintaining confidentiality; evaluating graduation progress and completions.
Keep track of student progress in cross disciplines and update student records.
Manages Learning Laboratories and Entrepreneurial Ventures
Responsible for identifying entrepreneurial ventures that are aligned with curriculum and course outcomes, including but not limited to the development of non‑credit bearing courses/trainings related to land management practices, equipment operation, wildlife management strategies and other related topics.
Responsible for the care/maintenance of natural resources equipment, grounds, classrooms, surrounding buildings, and other natural resource sites.
Assists with purchasing, budgeting, staff, and programming at relevant facilities and field operations.
Promotes and publicizes programs and opportunities to include the general public. This includes Leisure Learning programs.
Coordinates with faculty and staff within the college regarding use of the facilities.
Other Duties As Assigned Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications – Education, Experience, and Skills
Bachelor’s degree required in Wildlife Management, Forestry, Environmental Science, Conservation Biology, or closely related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum two years of field experience operating unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for natural resource applications, including data collection, mapping, and monitoring in diverse outdoor environments.
Proficiency with standard drone platforms, safety protocols, and mission planning required.
Demonstrated proficiency with ArcGIS Pro, including at least two years of experience performing spatial analysis, geoprocessing, orthomosaic mapping, and high‑quality map production to support natural resource projects.
Must be able to create, edit, and manage geodatabases and effectively process and visualize spatial datasets.
Possess an FAA Part 107 UAS Pilot License.
Preferred candidate will possess a Commercial Driver’s License, or willingness to obtain one.
Evidence of professional development in the field of concentration as demonstrated by activity in professional associations, consultative practice; participation in seminars, workshops, and formal coursework, and individual reading and research.
Knowledge of various tractors, implements, light and heavy equipment operation and safety preferred.
Knowledge of logging practices, procedures, timber stand improvement techniques, forest fire suppression, controlled burn and related safety practices preferred.
Knowledge of hand and power tools for safe operation. Knowledge of light maintenance, carpentry, electric, plumbing preferred.
Knowledge of building/repairing trails, building water bars, wildlife grazing areas, mowing, reseeding log landings/log roads and collecting seeds.
Knowledge of the principles/practices of effective supervision, marketing/public relations, equine programs and activities, budget preparation/administration, inventory control/supply management, cost/benefit analysis methods and techniques.
Ability to use courtesy, diplomacy, and tact in dealing with the public and in resolving disputes.
Ability to plan, direct, schedule, evaluate the work of staff.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to perform cost/benefit analysis and develop sound conclusions.
Ability to secure/generate funds to support stable operations.
Ability to work a flexible schedule in case of emergency.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in First Aid and CPR.
Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers, representatives of other organizations, event promoters, advertising agencies, volunteers, and the public.
Application Information Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, transcripts and a resume to the Office of Human Resources (3301 Hocking Parkway, Nelsonville, OH 45764), email a resume and cover letter to humanresources@hocking.edu, or fax a resume or cover letter to 740-753-7039. Position will remain open until filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer Hocking College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, age, disability or military status in employment or the provision of services.
When contacted for an interview, an applicant who requires special accommodation due to a disability should notify the office at that time so proper arrangements can be made for the interview.
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