Director, Trades Institute

Job Details

Location:

Kalispell, MT 59901
Position Type:
Full Time
Education Level: Education/Work Experience
Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00
Department:
Trades Institute

• Employer contributions toward Health, Vision & Dental coverage
• Up to 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 12 holidays
• Participation in Montana Teachers' Retirement System and 403(b) match up to 7%
• Public Loan Forgiveness program
• Tuition waiver benefits for you and your dependents

• Build outstanding and sustainable Trades Institute (TI) programs
• Collaborate in planning, development, and management of TI programs including Electronics and Electrical, Plumbing, Industrial Machines, CDL, Welding and Fabrication, Firearms, Heavy Equipment Operators, and HVAC offered in Kalispell and the Libby Extension campus
• Coordinate academic scheduling of traditional and online course offerings and teaching assignments; develop the schedule, catalog, monitor enrollments, coordinate course offerings across divisions, and manage classroom/instructor utilization
• Provide leadership, mentor and supervise staff, conduct annual performance assessments, motivate and empower staff to create safe, innovative learning environments, and set standards for delivering quality education
• Serve as the contact for Trades Institute student concerns and issues
• Hire, supervise, and evaluate adjunct faculty in assigned areas; provide orientation and information to adjuncts about new or existing programs and college services
• Establish and maintain strong collegial relationships and networks with staff, faculty, administrators, and community members
• Participate actively and with initiative in continuous improvement efforts, lead reviews of processes, and conduct or manage reports
• Research, analyze, and resolve issues proactively
• Support development of new programs and revision of existing programs and curriculum; maintain active program advisory committees and support program-wide Business and Industry convenings
• Ensure course and program assessment activities are occurring and that recommendations are addressed
• Oversee development and management of assigned budget; assist areas in coordinating and scheduling acquisition, upgrading and replacement of equipment
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current practices and trends in higher education, workforce and economic trends related to trades and industrial arts education
• Promote excellence and best practices
• Meet with other college personnel for events, projects, planning, idea sharing, issue resolutions, professional development, and operational communications
• Collaborate with other schools in Montana and the region to develop and share best practices for educating a competitive workforce
• Serve on or lead college-wide committees
• Provide support to the Executive Director of Workforce Development to ensure progress toward departmental and college mission and goals, advise and participate in institutional planning, recruitment events, and coordinate responsibilities in support of the College’s strategic plan
• Attend meetings, participate in student and/or program assessment as directed, remain current in practices, trends and research, attend trainings and workshops, and engage in professional development
• Cross‑train to perform other departmental and team functions; backfill staff as needed
• Actively participate in creating a climate that promotes and supports innovation and continuous improvement services
• Create and maintain a collaborative and collegial environment with colleagues and maintain effective working relationships
• Maintain professional ethics and confidentiality of student information in accordance with applicable laws and policies
• Advance the mission of FVCC by serving on or convening committees and contributing in community-related activities
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Report to the Executive Director of Workforce Development

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a trades‑related field, education or closely related discipline AND at least three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience in a skilled trade, technical education, workforce training or related…