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Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S02721

Position Title Career Program Manager

Internal Position Title Career Program Manager

Department Engineering/Math/Phy Sci Div

Position Type Staff

Job Family Professional

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Dean of the Engineering, Math, and Physical Sciences ( EMPS ) Division, the Career Program Manager oversees Career Technical Education ( CTE ) programs, projects, and initiatives that promote, support, refine, and expand CTE offerings. Responsibilities include managing projects from the planning stages through to outcome assessment, fostering cross-departmental collaboration among faculty and various college departments, and leading initiatives that may encompass academic program expansion, enrollment marketing, student advising and support, grant application and management, event planning, and development and oversight of special projects. Additionally, the role involves serving on relevant task forces, work groups, committees, and collaborations with external partners.

The Career Program Manager acts as the primary contact for prospective CTE students within the division and serves as the liaison between the division and the College and Career Navigators, Academic Success Advisors, the Career and Job Placement Center, Community Workforce Partnerships, Dual Credit programs, and external community partners.

Why choose the College of Lake County for your next opportunity?

The College of Lake County ( CLC ) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year. Some benefits will not be available for part-time employees (ex: health insurance).

CLC is a comprehensive community college located in northeastern Illinois committed to being an innovative educational institution providing life-changing paths for our students by offering exceptional learning experiences. CLC achieved a milestone in 2023 with its designation as a Leader College. This national recognition awarded by the Achieving the Dream Network is the result of improved student outcomes through the CLC’s relentless commitment to transformational change and the implementation of innovative practices within the student success model over the past few years.

CLC aspires to be a place where every student succeeds, every employee thrives, so that every business achieves and every community grows. Our mission is to be innovative and value-driven in supporting student success through developing and encouraging employees of all backgrounds on their journey toward achieving personal and professional growth.

Required Qualification(s)

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Business, Education, Engineering, Manufacturing, Automotive or related field with five (5) years of work experience AND two (2) years of supervisory experience.

OR

• Master’s degree in Communication, Business, Education, Engineering, Manufacturing, Automotive or related field with five (5) years of work experience.

• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to plan and prioritize work requirements and demonstrate independent decision-making capabilities.

• Experience working with students from diverse ethnic, socio-economic and educational backgrounds.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

• Ability to work flexible hours including some evening and weekend hours consistent with events or student needs.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other similar software.

• Ability to develop and enhance collaborative partnerships to aid in recruitment of students.

• Ability to plan and organize outreach events.

  Desired Qualification(s)

• Project management

• Bilingual in Spanish and English

  Posting Date 07/02/2024

  Closing Date 07/16/2024

  Expected Start Date

  Special Instructions Summary

Candidates selected for an interview will be required to do a writing sample and presentation.

Pay Rate $63,731/yr

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Location Grayslake

Total Hours per week 40.00

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (evening hours are required and occasional weekends depending on division needs and events)

Software Testing Required None

Interview Process Requirements Presentation, Writing Samples

EEO Statement

The College of Lake County is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, it seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including minorities, women and people with disabilities.

Summary of Essential Functions

Project Leadership/Management – 50%

• Manage projects by creating plans and timelines, outlining action items, and monitoring related budgets.

• Provide direction to project team participants and hold teams accountable to deadlines and outcomes.

• Communicate with stakeholders throughout key cycles of the academic year.

• Oversee EMPS representation and participation in cross-divisional initiatives including, but not limited to, Open House, SkillsUSA, and STEM for Girls.

• Align resources across divisions to support multiple programs, monitor project progress, and adjust resources based on advancement.

• Manage the division’s participation in co-curricular activities.

• Create program specific training materials and opportunities for ASAs, CCNs and other internal partners.

• Plan and coordinate info sessions and experiential learning events for prospective students.

• Perform any and all other duties assigned that support the mission, values, and strategic initiatives of the college and goals of the EMPS division.

Strategic Leadership and Planning – 20%

• Lead, manage, and direct activates that promote the recruitment of students through local organizations, high schools, community and corporate outreach in order to help meet enrollment goals of the EMPS division programs.

• Build cross-functional relationships to support a positive and collaborative culture.

• Partner with program chairs and the Career and Job Placement Center to facilitate tours and exploratory meetings with external industry partners.

• Provide support to all CTE programs across campuses and the Advanced Technology Center.

• Prepare reports on the progress of student recruitment and retention and recommend ideas for improvement to the division Dean and Associate Dean.

• Participate in professional development and training to keep up with trends in industry and education and provide field specific expertise for program of study reviews.

Department Operations & Procedures – 20%

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of career programs, curricular changes, and all policies/procedures that may affect students pursuing CTE programs.

• Attend all EMPS CTE program advisory committee meetings, to include: assist with the department with the meeting requests, agendas, and minutes; act as the liaison between the attendees and the division leadership team and Educational Affairs staff; and provide any College of Lake County updates to the Advisory Board attendees.

• Act as the main division point of contact for Marketing and Public Relations when promoting events, producing and updating marketing materials, and website content.

• Serve as Automotive Collision Internship Coordinator assisting students in the program and acting as point of contact for external partners.

• Participate in the scholarship process including the recruitment of applicants and the selection process.

• Manage issues related to enrollment, marketing, and other as directed by the Dean or Associate Dean.

Management and Supervision – 10%

• Directly lead, manage, support and empower seven (7) full time lab specialists to career success at the College of Lake County.

• Other duties as assigned from the Dean.

  Posting Specific Questions - supplemental questions

  Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Business, Education, Engineering, Manufacturing, Automotive or related field with five (5) years of work experience AND two (2) years of supervisory experience OR Master’s degree in Communication, Business, Education, Engineering, Manufacturing, Automotive or related field with five (5) years of work experience?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other similar software?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have program events experience?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have project management experience?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you bilingual in Spanish and English?

• Yes

• No

  Applicant Documents

  Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Unofficial Transcript 1

  Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcript 2

• Other Document

• License/Certification