Program Coordinator - HVAC and Welding

Collin College•Wylie, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the day-to-day management of HVAC and Welding programs at the designated campus location. Maintain accreditation standards as well as meet compliance with Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) standards and principles. Facilitate staffing and assist with budget preparation and maintenance. Assist the program director with curriculum development, recruitment, advising, and program marketing.

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited institution and Certificate Level 2 equivalent in HVAC/Welding.
Three (3) years of teaching experience in one of the areas of oversight at the high school or college level.
Five (5) years of work experience in one of the industries of oversight.
Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations applicable to Texas Community Colleges
Knowledge of the teaching-learning process with special knowledge about Technical educational programs
Knowledge of program and college accreditation standards
Knowledge of skills required by the construction industry
Knowledge of computer programs and formatting
Knowledge of internship, apprenticeships and other experiential learning options
Knowledge of finance and budget information
Knowledge of staff and faculty requirements
Knowledge of strategic plans
Technical skills in one or more areas of oversight
Leadership skills
Verbal and written communication skills
Organizational skills
Computer skills
Management skills
Ability to provide strategic planning
Ability to manage and evaluate program
Ability to maintain program compliance
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships
Ability to analyze data

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Supervisory experience.
Welding experience.

Responsibilities

Participate with the academic and workforce dean and program director in strategic and academic cycle planning at the college, division, program, advisory committee and course levels, including development and maintenance of internships, apprenticeships and experiential learning relationships with construction related businesses designed to augment the academic programs.
Develop the campus master schedule to maximize utilization of classrooms and laboratories for the safe, effective and efficient delivery of instruction for high school dual credit, college credit and continuing professional development to industry professionals.
Assist in course schedule development and faculty load assignment following and in compliance with academic policies, procedures, and guidelines of Collin College, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Direct day-to-day management, supervision, and evaluation of the campus programs, faculty, and staff, facilities, and resources to accomplish safe and effective program delivery and coordination of division activities and projects.
Assist the program director to develop and maintain industry partnerships and alliances for the benefit of the programs and students.
Provide support for active industry advisory committees as required by the THECB and accrediting agencies.
Regularly meet off-site with industry employers as needed to promote internships, apprenticeships and post-graduation job placement.
Assist the program director to develop a plan to achieve program accreditation as applicable, oversee the preparation of the application for accreditation and on-site evaluation, and ensure that all accreditation standards are met on an ongoing basis.
Maintain required records in accordance with the accrediting agencies.
Ensure that program practices comply with college policy and comply with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board standards.
Assist with the management of regulatory compliance associated with the program's field of practice and education, including implementation of college policy and division and program procedures, compliance with the Texas Higher Education Coordination Board (THECB) standards, and compliance with appropriate regulatory and educational accreditation standards including production of accreditation self-study documents and reports.
Assist in developing/implementing initiatives to improve instruction and provide discipline-specific academic advising to increase student retention and completion.
Assist the academic dean and program director in the on-going, systematic evaluation of the division, program, curriculum, learning resources, and student learning outcomes including production and preservation of program/student records.
Facilitate management and planning of program budget to ensure the ordering of proper supplies and maintenance of the labs.
Work with the dean to make budget requests and recommendations.
Ensure program remains within identified budgets.
Assist the dean in the fiscal planning and management of the program and its resources.
Ensure that all equipment is maintained as required for warranties and for safe operation and optimal learning outcomes.
Maintain accurate equipment and tool inventories.
Ensure that faculty and staff meet professional development standards deemed necessary for accreditation and program requirements.
Maintain accurate and complete program records including curriculum and resource evaluation and development, systematic evaluation, course evaluation, student evaluation, and accreditation documents.
Assist the dean in the operation of faculty search committees and recommend to the dean full-time faculty, adjunct faculty and staff hires.
Foster positive human relations and teamwork among faculty, staff, and students and across all programs and college services.
Attend and participate in professional development activities and participate in service to the college, including college graduation.
Will teach one class per academic year.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and Core Values.