Manager: ABECC

Pima Community College District•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

The ABECC Manager performs management-level duties for complex educational programs comprising multiple functions and projects. The position administers, supervises, and manages educational, operational, and contractual services and provides leadership to staff in Pima Community College’s Adult Basic Education for College & Career (ABECC) Division. The manager interprets policies and procedures, analyzes data, prepares reports, and represents the division on committees, task forces, and working groups. Within ABECC’s Teaching and Learning Unit, the manager directs the planning, continuous improvement, and evaluation of ESOL instruction and curriculum to ensure alignment with student needs, grant guidelines, College priorities, and quality standards. The role supervises and supports instructional staff through class assignments, classroom observations, coaching, and professional learning grounded in best practices in adult English language acquisition. The work schedule is flexible and may include evenings and weekends. Continued employment is contingent upon continued funding through designated external sources. Employees are expected to live and work within Arizona, and selected candidates must successfully complete a background check.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of certification, education, and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties.
Three to five years of instructional leadership experience in Adult Basic Education, ESOL, or a related field.
One to three years of supervisory experience.
Adult Education certification from the State of Arizona, or the ability to obtain certification within 60 days of hire.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance, business management and fiscal practices, customer service, managerial and supervisory skills, program promotion, and instructional and/or advising practices.
Skills in data analysis, independent decision-making, problem-solving, people leadership and supervision, organization and coordination, program development and process improvement, customer service, and verbal and written communication.
Ability to explain technical concepts to audiences with a wide range of technical skills and maintain cooperative working relationships with diverse populations, community members, and stakeholders.
Knowledge of adult instructional methodology and andragogy, state and national trends in adult education teaching, assessment, and student learning, and state content and teacher standards for Adult Education.
Expertise in designing, developing, delivering, and evaluating educational programs, including integrated instructional models.
Skill in integrating educational technology and digital literacy tools into adult education curricula and supporting instructional staff in adopting hyflex or online teaching best practices.
Must live and work within the state of Arizona as a condition of employment.
Must successfully complete a background check.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a closely related field of study.
Five or more years of related experience.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, implement, and administer programs and projects within the unit and/or division.
Develop action plans and evaluate program goals, plans, operations, and funding needs.
Administer grant and contract initiatives, ensure performance measures are achieved, and monitor grant and contract budgets.
Analyze, interpret, and apply local, state, and federal laws and regulations regarding grants, contracts, and education.
Supervise employees, including recruiting, training and professional development, scheduling, prioritizing and assigning work, and evaluating performance; make hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
Develop, implement, and evaluate strategic program objectives, policies, and procedures; interpret and apply policies and procedures.
Conduct research, compile and analyze program results, and prepare reports and recommendations.
Coordinate with departments within the division and college-wide to interpret and address federal regulations, College policies, and program needs.
Serve on committees and work groups related to planning and operational development in Adult Education, and provide recommendations and insight to help meet goals and objectives.
Develop and maintain internal and external contracts, and coordinate strategies and efforts to support program success and client satisfaction.
Manage the development and continuous improvement of professional development and ESOL curriculum, including leading staff meetings, in-service training, and professional learning aligned with program goals and adult English language acquisition best practices.
Lead the planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of ESOL instruction, aligning it with student needs, College priorities, grant and contract requirements, and quality standards.
Assign classes, conduct in-class observations, and coach instructional staff.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.