Dual Enrollment Manager

Gallaudet University•Washington, DC

1d•$85,095 - $113,425

About The Position

Gallaudet University is a bilingual, diverse, and multicultural institution dedicated to the intellectual and professional advancement of Deaf and hard of hearing individuals through American Sign Language and English. The university’s Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center operates educational programs and national outreach initiatives serving deaf and hard of hearing students, families, and professionals. Reporting to the Dean of the Faculty, the Dual Enrollment Manager oversees and expands Gallaudet University’s dual enrollment program. The role assesses K–12 school needs, develops courses and instructional initiatives, establishes dual credit agreements, manages university–school partnerships, and ensures compliance with applicable standards. The position coordinates with school leaders, teachers, university departments, faculty, students, and external partners to administer and grow the program. The Manager also oversees program evaluation, student registration and advising support, recruitment and outreach coordination, teacher and faculty training, budgeting, and partnership development. The role includes developing summer and year-round virtual training, traveling to partner sites as appropriate, and contributing to the university’s recruitment, retention, equity, and inclusion efforts. The incumbent reports to the Dean of the Faculty and may need to travel and work weekends. A background check must be cleared before employment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least four years of professional teaching experience in a K–12 setting.
Ability to communicate in American Sign Language.
Strong presentation, negotiation, and writing skills.
Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong understanding of university programs and services.
Strong knowledge of data management systems for tracking purposes.
Demonstrated ability to work across university departments and with external constituents and groups.
Ability to travel and work weekends as needed.
Successful completion of a background check before beginning work.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Teacher certification.
Experience with student services, project management, or a related field.
Experience managing activities and programs in a K–12 setting.

Responsibilities

Manage the development, expansion, and administration of Gallaudet’s dual enrollment and credit program in accordance with university guidelines and standards.
Coordinate and negotiate with school superintendents, principals, district leaders, teachers, administrators, and faculty; develop compliant solutions and secure final approvals.
Organize program reviews and evaluations, negotiate and finalize partnership agreements, communicate registration and grade-recording procedures, and prepare student participation reports.
Work with Enrollment Marketing and University Communications to support recruitment and marketing strategies, outreach materials, publications, and web content.
Coordinate with students and university registration, enrollment, and advising staff to provide assistance, collect admissions and registration materials, meet deadlines, and support retention.
Participate in equity, inclusion, and strategic efforts related to the program, make recommendations, and develop program vision and goals.
Identify new dual credit courses, locations, and delivery methods to support recruitment and retention; work with schools, Admissions and Recruitment, and the Registrar’s Office.
Maintain professional knowledge and contacts through reading, conferences, training, and professional development.
Interview, train, supervise, and prepare job descriptions, hire letters, and contracts for participating K–12 teachers and college faculty.
Prepare and manage the program budget, monitor expenditures, and prepare reports.
Develop an on-campus summer training program for K–12 teachers and college faculty, coordinating lodging and meals with university units.
Develop a year-round virtual training program for participants who have completed the summer training program.
Travel as appropriate to confirmed K–12 partner sites to meet school officials, finalize agreements, and plan program participation.
Support Enrollment Marketing’s outreach to prospective high school partners by providing expertise and data, reviewing outreach materials, and taking ownership of qualified partnership leads.
Counsel prospective dual enrollment students about attending Gallaudet and coordinate participant documentation with the Enrollment team and Registrar’s Office.
Collaborate with university faculty, staff, administrators, Clerc Center staff, and Regional Centers to improve program operations.
Provide program content and updates for the Dual Enrollment/Credits website.
Develop a master calendar and timeline to support program expansion and cost-effectiveness.
Provide current program information to support Enrollment Marketing’s outreach to high school officials and students.
Maintain positive working relationships and contribute to workplace belonging and continuous learning.
Complete annual Title IX training and other compliance requirements; serve as a mandatory reporter under Title IX.
Follow workplace safety procedures and promptly report hazards or incidents.
Perform related duties as needed.