Associate Program Lead (CNS, CYS, INT)

Texas State Technical College • Waco, TX

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About The Position

Operating under the broader umbrella of TSTC's mission, the Associate Program Lead plays a pivotal role in facilitating faculty-student relationships, ensuring that the program achieves its performance outcomes. Reporting to the Program Team Lead and the campus Provost offices, this role requires a strategic balance of leadership prowess, humanity, and rigorous performance focus. The Associate Program Lead, while managing some responsibilities of the Program Team Lead, will predominantly focus on supporting the program's leadership. The role also encompasses coordination with cross-functional departments to promote TSTC's mission.

Requirements

• Experience in a competency-based learning environment with a focus on student success.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population.
• Familiarity with technology-driven educational platforms.
• Understanding of leading a team and student-focused instructional support.
• Proven capability to work effectively with at-risk students .
• Ability to support and guide a team in a relational leadership framework.
• Familiarity with stakeholders within the related program discipline.
• Relevant credentials from an accredited institution pertinent to the program.
• Experience in driving initiatives and organizational strategies.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in team support or an assistant leadership role.
• Familiarity with distance learning and adult learners.
• Insight into Change Management.
• Prior experience in a similar educational environment.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with a focus on project management.

Responsibilities

• Team Support & Coordination: Cultivate trust, respect, and empathy within the faculty, student body, and industry partners. Provide support to the Program Team Lead in the recruitment and development of qualified faculty members. Collaborate actively with faculty and faculty teams for better engagement and to ensure the achievement of organizational goals. Facilitate a culture of feedback, promoting trust, accountability, and commitment.
• Program Assistance: Aid in the program's marketing efforts in sync with campus and statewide campaigns. Engage faculty in student recruitment and represent the program during stakeholder interactions.
• Student-Focused Initiatives: Assist in monitoring student performance metrics, coordinating with faculty for evaluations. Collaborate on the management of student and faculty grievance processes with shared service providers and local leadership.
• Industrial Relations & Trends: Support the Program Team Lead in coordinating with local industrial employers. Participate in local industrial employer councils and workshops, ensuring curriculum alignment with industry shifts. Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Management & Resource Coordination: Assist in managing program resources related to recruiting, safety, and course scheduling. Work alongside the Program Team Lead in budget development and operational budget management. Collaborate on curriculum development, emphasizing industry relevance and alignment with TSTC's mission.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees