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Program Director – Pathways to STEM Apprenticeship Initiative

Program Director – Pathways to STEM Apprenticeship Initiative

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Posting Details

Position Information
Position Title Program Director – Pathways to STEM Apprenticeship Initiative
Department Division of Workforce Partnerships
Position Category Staff – NonClassified
Job Summary To oversee the implementation and daily operations of the Pathways to STEM(Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Apprenticeship initiative.
Duties and Responsibilities • Responsible for budget management, program development, operation outcomes and reporting.
• Collaborate with CCRI Office of Enrollment Services to ensure integration of grant activities with overall college recruitment, admissions and enrollment.
• Assist with recruitment and selection of participants for project participation in accordance with grant guidelines.
• Monitor participants’ academic progress and refer to appropriate interventions and services as necessary.
• Work to ensure that all eligible participants are provided with access to appropriate college services.
• Responsible for meeting policies, procedural requirements and deadlines for both the funding source(s) and the College.
• Hire, supervise and evaluate project staff as required.

• Develop and maintain collaborative efforts, relationships, and strategic alliances with internal and external partners to maximize the success of project participants.
• Convene and meet regularly with partners comprised of internal and external stakeholders as needed to fulfill the requirements of the grant.
• Ability to identify and meet with employer partners to create tailored apprenticeship models that meet their needs.
• Develop and implement communication strategies to inform internal and external stakeholders of project goals and outcomes.
• Provide leadership for integrating grant-funded projects into existing academic framework at the College.
• Ensure that appropriate data is collected throughout the grant cycle and report data and outcomes to the funding source according to timeline requirements.
• Evaluate project effectiveness annually using formative and summative measures.
• Work with internal and external partners to identify opportunities to scale and/or expand initiative beyond current scope and focus, as appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with others in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy and mission of a comprehensive community college.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree required;
• Three years of administrative experience in program planning and/or project development or the equivalent of this experience is required.
• Demonstrated skill in management including organizing workshops, meetings, and group process facilitation required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, knowledge of workplace competencies and understanding of skills standards required.
• Work experience in secondary and/or post-secondary education is an advantage.
• Ability to encourage and motivate staff and participants.
• Demonstrated self-starter and ability to work independently toward the attainment of program goals and objectives.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that demands flexibility, adaptability, creativity, and teamwork.
Preferred Qualifications – Master’s degree preferred.
– Experience with the Apprenticeship model of workforce development preferred.
– Demonstrated knowledge and experience with career and technical education initiatives preferred.
Reports To Executive Director of Workforce Operations
Campus Location All Campuses – Initially the Lincoln Campus
Work Schedule Calendar
Shift, Days, and Additional Work Schedule Information Non standard; 35 hours per week
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time
Permanent/Limited Position Limited
Benefits Yes
Name of Bargaining Unit Union CCRIPSA
Pay Grade PSA 14
Salary Range $56,071 – $77,348
Additional Salary Information Salary commensurate with education and experience
Civil Service List position No
Licenses, Tools and Equipment Various office equipment which may include accessing student records on the college administrative computer system, personal computers, telephones, copy and fax machines, calculators, etc.

Must have access to and use of own transportation.

Environmental Conditions This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Desired Start Date ASAP
Position End Date (if temporary or grant) 06/30/2019 with possibility of renewal after annual grant review
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Application Open Date 12/10/2018
Application Close Date (includes the grace period)
Open Until Filled Yes
Comments CCRI Mission:
The Community College of Rhode Island is the state’s only public comprehensive associate degree-granting institution. We provide affordable open access to higher education at locations throughout the state. Our primary mission is to offer recent high school graduates and returning adults the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for intellectual, professional and personal growth through an array of academic, career and lifelong learning programs. We meet the wide-ranging educational needs of our diverse student population, building on our rich tradition of excellence in teaching and our dedication to all students with the ability and motivation to succeed. We set high academic standards necessary for transfer and career success, champion diversity, respond to community needs, and contribute to our state’s economic development and the region’s workforce.
Special Instructions to Applicants *This position is grant funded and limited to June 30th, with the possibility of renewal.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. however, to ensure full consideration, complete application materials should be received by 1/4/2019.

To apply for this position:
1. Complete CCRI’s online application, and attach a cover letter and resume. You do not need to complete the ‘Education History’ or ‘Employment History’ sections within the application if you are attaching a resume that includes the same information.
2. Include contact information of three references within the applications “Reference” page.

Please note: Finalists will be required to provide official college transcripts.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 401-825-2311. TTY: 401-825-2313.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have at least three years administrative experience in program planning and/or project development or equivalent experience?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * To improve CCRI’s advertising strategy, please let us know where you FIRST learned of this job opportunity? Please be specific when using web site or publication names (example: LinkedIn, HigherEdjobs, Chronicle, personal referral, etc.). Thank you.(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

  1. Other Document