Assistant Director, Continuing Education

Assistant Director, Continuing Education - FT

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Position Title
- Assistant Director, Continuing Education - FT

Department
- Workforce Solutions

Location
- Lincoln

Job Category
- Professional

Job Type
- Full-Time Regular

Posting Number - 02216

Position Summary Information

General Description of Position
- Under the direction of the Senior Director of Continuing Education, the Assistant Director – Workforce Solutions is responsible for the strategic planning, development, and oversight of both credit and non-credit programs offered through the Continuing Education Division. This position ensures that all programs are responsive to current and emerging workforce needs through effective program design, implementation, promotion, and evaluation. Key responsibilities include recruiting, hiring, and supervising instructors;

developing training proposals and pricing models; managing program budgets; and marketing courses to the public. The Assistant Director actively monitors technology trends, participates in Workforce Leadership Team meetings, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure programs remain relevant and aligned with regional workforce priorities. Additionally, the Assistant Director plays a key role in creating pathways that support transitions from non-credit to credit-bearing programs.

This is a full-time, regular position.

Essential Functions
- Develop, Improve, and Administer Education Offerings

Responsible for the development, implementation, promotion, evaluation, and continuous improvement of continuing education open to the public and some contract training for courses throughout southeast Nebraska. Attend Workforce Leadership Teams as assigned, and also represent the division at community and SCC credit program meetings. Assesses program and course needs through collaboration with college divisions, educational institutions, local businesses, community and professional organizations, and governmental agencies.

Maintains all pertinent records for courses. Responsible for the development of program goals and objectives.

Supervision

Leads, supervises, evaluates, and hires staff, faculty, and speakers as required for the operation of the program. Establishes salaries and initiates payroll. Ensures completion of required personnel records.

Manage Program Budgets

Prepares, justifies, and controls the program budget with oversight of cost centers. Maintains program records and metrics to support financial activities. Provides year-end reports and budget information as needed.

Market Program Activities

Coordinates and cooperates with the College's Public Information, Continuing Education Division, and Career & Technical Division Program Directors and administrators to develop promotional materials, including brochures, flyers, a schedule of classes, web pages, social media announcements, and any special promotional materials.

Participate in the Division Management Team

Participates with the Senior Director, Continuing Education Directors, and Dean of Continuing Education to develop division goals and objectives, plan in-service programs for the division, evaluate and formulate division operating procedures and policies, and assess the overall performance of the division. Supervise division operations during assigned evening and weekend hours. Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with all divisions and programs.

Professional Growth

Participates in professional conferences and meetings, relevant local, state, or national educational activities, and maintains relationships with professional counterparts and other institutions. Serve as an educational adviser for individuals and training and development personnel for community and business organizations, as requested.

Maintain Relationships with Professional Counterparts and Other Institutions

Serve as an educational advisor for training and workforce development for community and business organizations, as requested.

Promote a Culture of Belonging

Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty…