Executive Director, Technical Education Initiatives

Executive Director, Technical Education Initiatives

Technical College System of Georgia - TCSG

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The position is open to all applicants that meet the minimum qualifications below.

The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) is seeking highly qualified applicants for its full-time Executive Director for Technical Education Initiatives position in the Office of Technical Education
. Reporting to the Assistant Commissioner for Technical Education, they will be responsible for the planning, development and internal management of Program Development. This position is located at the TCSG System Office, 1800 Century Place, Atlanta, Georgia 30345.

• Ensures the optimal development, planning, evaluation and management of TCSG academic programs to meet the needs of Georgia’s citizens, businesses, and industries in the most cost-effective and efficient manner.
• Provides proactive leadership in developing academic programs and courses based on emerging needs in the areas of workforce development and instructional delivery.
• Manages TCSG priorities; including design and execution of early-stage projects and initiatives.
• Manages the day-to-day operations of the assigned unit through a professional staff and directs the development and implementation of operational policies and procedures.
• Assists in providing leadership and direction to program staff, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Coordinates with the Executive Director for Academic Affairs to ensure creation of processes, procedures, and timelines for successful and efficient creation of new curriculum.
• Interacts with the State Board of the Technical College System, Presidents of Georgia’s technical colleges, and community, business and educational leaders.
• Manages and oversees financial/budget operation of the department.
• Monitors the activities of personnel to ensure compliance with TCSG policy manual and department procedures.
• Develops and/or assists with the development of policies and procedures and recommends changes to effectively meet the goals and requirements of the program.
• Evaluates employees at scheduled intervals upon reviewing of all relevant information.
• Conducts regular evaluation of services provided and makes adjustments as needed.
• Promotes the interests of the Division and TCSG.
• Assists with the development of grant applications, budgets, reports, and evaluations, making adjustments to meet objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree
* and* Five (5) years of relevant experience in technical and/or community college administration at the institutional and/system level.

Master’s degree from a nationally accredited institution and three (3) years of relevant experience in higher education administration; or a Doctoral degree in leadership or related field from an accredited institution. Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience.

• Strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other job-related software applications.
• Interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service and stakeholder engagement.

• Work is primarily performed in an office environment during standard business hours. Limited remote work may be available in accordance with agency policy and operational needs.
• Work performance involves light physical duties, including intermittent sitting, standing, and walking.
• Employees must be able to lift up to ten (10) pounds.

Interested parties should apply at the Team Georgia Careers website.

Applications will be accepted until March 9, 2026. Due to an anticipated large volume of applications, only those who receive an interview will be notified of the status of the position.

It shall be a condition of employment to submit to a background investigation. Offers of employment shall be conditional pending the result of the background investigation.

Federal Law requires  eligibility verification prior to employment.

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