HIRING RANGE:
MINIMUM ANNUAL SALARY: $48,311
MIDPOINT: $60,389
MAXIMUM ANNUAL SALARY: DEPENDENT ON QUALIFICATIONS

Direct, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate all functions of the College and Career Readiness programs, Adult High School (AHS), High School Equivalency (HSE), English as a Second Language (ESL), Adult Basic Education (ABE) to ensure that standards for program integrity and accountability are being met. Investigate, develop, and implement the College and Career Readiness curriculum and programs. Train and/or provide training to the College and Career Readiness staff.   Prepare and monitor budgets, which includes seeking alternate funding sources through grants. Maintain inventory of instructional materials and equipment.  Provide oversight in the utilization of the Comprehensive Adult Students Assessment System (CASAS). This position reports directly to the Associate Vice President of Workforce Development/Continuing Education.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attend regional, state, and national workshops to gain program information and professional growth as required by the supervisor.
• Lead, direct, supervise, and support faculty and staff in the Workforce Readiness Department.
• Direct or initiate all personnel actions, including hiring, annual personnel performance evaluations, etc.
• Provide classroom instruction as necessary.
• Develop a College and Career Readiness curriculum and programs to serve the community's needs.
• Prepare and submit the annual Workforce Readiness Program Plan, necessary reports, and manage program budgets.
• Conduct initial placement interviews, process student transfers from public schools, and serve as counselor and advisor for ABE, HSE, AHS, and ESL students.
• Ensure program integrity and accountability in accordance with State mandates and James Sprunt Community College standards, policies, and procedures.
• Audit classes for accountability and relevance to the Workforce Readiness program mission.
• Visit off-campus classes at least once monthly.  
• Supervise the maintenance of records and the preparation of a variety of reports and analyses.
• Plan training of new ABE/HSE/ESL/AHS instructors to use appropriate assessment instruments and selection of instructional materials.
• Provide oversight of in-service training for instructors, specifically in the utilization of the Comprehensive Adult Students Assessment System (CASAS).
• Provide oversight of monitoring ABE/HSE/ESL/AHS classes to ensure that program integrity and accountability standards are being met.
• Maintain overall inventory of instructional materials, approve orders for materials, and ensure records of materials checked in/out by instructors are maintained.
• Establish recruiting and retention objectives and establish an overall College and Career Readiness recruiting and retention plan.
• Supervise coordination of transportation and other support services for ABE/HSE/ESL/AHS students.
• Ability to research, apply, and implement innovative grant opportunities.
• Possess computer/technology competencies as appropriate to the position.
• Work with NC Works and other community stakeholders.
• Acquire computer/technology competencies as appropriate to the position.
• Maintain security of personal computer access.
• Perform other professional or job-related duties as assigned.
• Serve on college committees as directed by supervisor.

 QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 
Use active listening skills.
Be organized with a flexible attitude.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Function in a fast-paced environment.  
Ability to show initiative and self-direction.
Proven ability to concurrently address issues of various levels of complexity.
Ability to communicate effectively through speech and writing.
Ability to identify, communicate, and analyze problems.
Ability to take ownership and utilize constructive feedback.
Must be punctual, professional, and ethically conduct oneself.
Ability to plan and prioritize tasks.
Ability to work respectfully within a team environment.
 
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of the requisite knowledge, skill, and abilities.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
 
Education/Skills 
 
Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Adult, and Community College Education, Counseling, or other related fields.
 
Preferred: Master’s Degree in Education, Adult, and Community College Education, Counseling, or other related Demonstrated ability to work effectively with the public sector. Formal training in the Comprehensive Adult Student System (CASAS) and curriculum development.  Bilingual; Career Readiness Certificate (CRC)

Experience
 
Required: One year of experience in the development and delivery of adult education programs and services OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
 
Preferred: Extensive supervisory experience. One year of experience in community college and/or literacy programs.
                                                                 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit.   The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to focus.  May require travel.
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in indoor conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  
 
This position description covers the most essential functions and duties associated with this position.  Other duties may be assigned by the President or appropriate supervisor personnel.  The College reserves the right to alter duties, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title as necessary.

 NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION:

James Sprunt Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College prohibits discrimination against any person (including staff, faculty or student body) on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, or age.
 
If you need accommodations, please contact 910-296-2400.