Houston City College
Director, Work-Based Learning and Industry Partnerships
🇺🇸United States6 days ago
ExecutiveFull TimeEN
Job Summary
Oversee the development, facilitation, monitoring and evaluation of work-based learning programs including apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, industry-led training, and work-based learning programming, training, and opportunities. Collaborates with academic and workforce teams, and industry partners to expand engagement and establish innovative pathways for lifelong learning.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Support collaborative efforts between HCC and Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, unions, and trade associations to align educational programs with labor market needs and develop innovative pathways for work-based learning.
Research, monitor, and analyze financial, technological and demographic factors to determine markets for work-based learning programs, and disseminate information
Maintain contact with organizations, corporations, and non-profits to increase access to internships, apprenticeships, co-ops, and other work-based learning experiences.
Develop and lead advisory councils, roundtables and forums to encourage collaboration, support curriculum relevance and expand student opportunities.
Ensure that work-based learning program offerings meet all HCC policies and procedures and current and emerging industry skill requirements.
Monitor training contracts, sponsorships, workforce training agreements, and maintain a database to provide a system-wide monthly statistical report on work-based learning program enrollment, business contracts, training agreements, partnerships and revenue.
Monitor and evaluate the delivery of work-based learning program training and education ensuring uniformity, pricing, and quality of programs and services.
Ensure all curriculum in each work-based learning program are equal to those of national standards.
Manage all administrative issues for the budget-cycle, and payroll for part-time and full-time staff and faculty.
Conduct and administer student registration, admission, and tuition.
Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in education, business, or related field required
• Master’s degree preferred
• 5 years related experience, including 2 years direct teaching apprenticeship programs required
• Certification/accreditation serving an apprenticeship required
• Experience working collaboratively with business/industry to align educational programs to workforce pipelines
Licensing & Certification
• Valid Texas Driver License
Special Skills
• MS Office Programs
• Budget Preparation and Management
• Department of Labor, Trade Associations, and Union Procedures and Protocols
• Data Analytics & Reporting
Competencies
• Delivering High Quality Work
• Accepting Responsibility
• Serving Customers
• Supporting Organizational Goals
• Driving Continuous Improvement
• Acting with Integrity
• Thinking Critically
• Managing Change
• Communicating Effectively
Working Conditions
General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.
SECURITY SENSITIVE: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215
The Organization
Houston City College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest single-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.
EEO Statement
Houston City College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
PO Box 667517
Houston TX, 77266
713 718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.
