Associate Director, Skilled Trades - Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College : Job Details

Posting DetailsPosition Summary Information Position Title Associate Director, Skilled Trades Position Type Full Time Regular Annual Schedule 12 months Expected Work Schedule Standard Anticipated Days Monday - Friday; Occasional In-State travel Anticipated Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Anticipated Hours per Week 40; up to 60% teleworking subject to supervisor approval and department needs Work Location A-B Tech Main Campus Job Description Summary Develops, plans, and manages all aspects of Skilled Trades programming, including internal and external partner organizations, supervision of instruction and full-time staff, curricula learning outcomes, equipment procurement, compliance documentation and financial results. Accountable to multiple certification boards. Aligns initiatives to support the overall strategic goals of theEconomic and Workforce Development/Continuing Education Division. Supports the work of the Director and fills in as necessary in meetings with clients and/or partners.Duties

Manages the class offerings, instructor scheduling, instructor payroll, student enrollment, and course needs within program area.

Develops partnerships with internal and external departments, employers, and community organizations to support and enhance programming.

Develops new programs to support business and economic needs.

Manages budgets and purchasing within program areas.

Manages department full-time and adjunct staffing needs. Hires new instructors as needed for program management. Supervises full-time staff/faculty within program area.

Ensures programming complies with College, NCCCS, and agency regulations.

Accurately manages recordkeeping processes for all programs to audit specifications and credentialing bodies.

Seeks out financial assistance opportunities and collaborates with internal funding organizations to maximize student benefit.

Contributes to the College Vision, Mission, Values, and RISE statement.

Supports workforce diversity in all its aspects.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements (Applicant must meet all of the minimum requirements)

Must have at least a Bachelor's degree;

Must have a minimum of two years of full-time or equivalent curriculum development and coordination of training delivery work experience;

Must have experience utilizing Microsoft 365 suite of products, database systems, training delivery platforms such as Moodle or Blackboard and current software applications such as Adobe Acrobat;

Must have at least two years of full-time or equivalent experience in a supervisory role;

Must have a minimum of two years of full-time or equivalent budget management experience;

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications or degrees in the skilled trades fields.

Experience working in the North Carolina Community College System.

Experience working with Colleague data management system.

Work experience in the skilled trades fields.

Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language.

Special Instructions to Applicants Applicant Should:1. Read the following before submitting the Application:

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2. Upload Required Documents:

• When applicable, upload the relevant transcript that correlates to the degree requirement in the minimum requirement or preferred qualifications with in the job posting. The transcript must show the individual courses taken and the degree that is conferred or awarded.

PLEASE NOTE: DIPLOMAS OR A COPY OF DEGREE IS NOT ACCEPTABLE INSTEAD OF TRANSCRIPTIf selected for hire:

If selected for hire, official sealed transcripts from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education are required to be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work.

Transcripts outside of the United States, must be accompanied by an evaluation completed by a NACES recognized agency and received by Human Resources at least two weeks prior to the first day of work.

PLEASE NOTE: FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN THE WITHDRAWAL OF THE JOB OFFER.Why Should I Work at A-B Tech? A-B Tech is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina and has served as the region's premier two-year college since our establishment in 1959. With five locations, the College service area includes Buncombe and Madison Counties. We are a family of approximately 10,000 curriculum students, 14,000 continuing education students, and 1,100 faculty & staff. We offer an array of programs to meet local workforce needs which culminate in 55 degrees, 18 diplomas, and 56 certificates. A-B Tech is indicative of the modern comprehensive community college - providing innovative educational programming and collaborative community development. If you are dedicated to student and community success, then we invite you to explore employment opportunities at A-B Tech. We hope you will consider joining the A-B Tech Trailblazer family!A-B Tech Welcoming Culture (R.I.S.E) A-B Tech commits to demonstrating an inclusive and welcoming culture of Respect, Integrity, Support, and Equity for Everyone.This is evident by our RISE Committee, the Trailblazer RISE Award, and annual RISE projects including the Welcoming Classroom, Appreciative Advising, and more!A-B Tech is looking for: A person who shares our commitment to sustaining a workplace that offers equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability genetic information/medical history, age, and/or veteran/military status. In addition, the College prohibits discrimination based on any characteristic or condition protected by law, but not specifically mentioned here.Position Summary Posting Detail Information Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration) 12/06/2024 Start Date 01/20/2025 Keep Open Until Filled Yes Salary or Hourly Pay Range (Salary is Non-Negotiable) $61,980 Total Compensation Your total compensation goes beyond this maximum salary. Your A-B Tech benefits represent nearly 30% of your total compensation.The total compensation for this position includes an 24.04% employer contribution to a defined pension plan, contributions towards medical and dental policies and fully funded life insurance / accidental death & dismemberment policy.Benefits Summary•Medical and Pharmacy Plan•Dental Plan•Vision Plan•Flexible Spending Accounts•Short and Long-Term Disability•Death Benefits•Life Insurance•Supplemental Policies•Professional Liability•Vacation Leave up to 26 days per year•Sick Leave of 12 days per year•Holiday Leave•All required protected leaves plus: Civil, Bereavement, Parental, Community Service, Maternity/Paternity, Shared, Educational, Military•Tax-sheltered Supplemental Retirement Plans•Tuition Reimbursement Plan•State Employees Credit Union membership•Employee Assistance Network•Annual Flex Benefit•Alternative Work Schedules•Longevity Pay•Educational Attainment•Personal observance leave (2 days)Questions A-B Tech's Human Resources (HR) department is located on the main campus at the Sunnicrest House. This beautiful Tudor-style Historic house served as a private residence for guests of the Vanderbilt family for the first century of the home's life. Today you will find a professional HR family that is dedicated to ensuring all employees and applicants receive fast and accurate answers, compassion, fairness, and kindness from Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. To ensure a prompt hiring process, please read the application directions located on the HR website. For questions, you may email us at [email protected] look forward to welcoming you to our A-B Tech family!