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Job description
Overview
The Director of the Carroll Shelby Automotive Institute provides both academic leadership and entrepreneurial vision for this newly rebranded, stand-alone program within Northeast Texas Community College. The Director oversees faculty, staff, facilities, and accreditation requirements while serving as the primary ambassador of the Institute. This role requires a leader who can honor the legacy of Carroll Shelby while building innovative partnerships, recruiting top students, and creating opportunities that leverage the globally recognized Carroll Shelby name. The Director will drive the Institute’s growth through academic excellence, industry collaboration, and entrepreneurial initiatives that position the Institute as a nationally recognized destination for automotive education and innovation.
Job Duties
Provide strategic leadership to establish the Carroll Shelby Automotive Institute as a nationally recognized, premier automotive education destination
Recruit, supervise, and mentor faculty, staff, and students to ensure engaging instruction and strong student outcomes
Oversee curriculum development and innovation, ensuring alignment with college, accreditation, and industry standards. Areas of focus include vehicle restoration, racing technology, fabrication, performance upgrades, and emerging technologies (EV/Hybrid).
Supervise the Program Coordinator, who manages shop operations, tool control, safety compliance, and instructional support
Build and sustain partnerships with dealerships, manufacturers, restoration shops, racing organizations, aftermarket companies, collectors, and industry leaders
Collaborate with the Carroll Shelby Foundation, Shelby Marketing, and national industry stakeholders to expand recognition, support, and resources
Lead student recruitment and marketing initiatives in collaboration with NTCC\'s marketing and student services teams; manage the Institute\'s website and social media presence
Represent the Institute at car shows, motorsports events, industry conferences, and public forums
Ensure facilities and equipment are maintained to NATEF/ASE, OSHA, and College risk management standards
Develop and manage budgets, grants, sponsorships, and long-term strategies for sustainability
Expand opportunities for cooperative education, internships, dual credit, and workforce partnerships
Actively participate in NTCC committees, task forces, and official college ceremonies
Required Qualifications
Bachelor\'s Degree in Automotive Technology, Business, Marketing, or related field required
Master\'s Degree in Automotive Technology, Business, Marketing, or related field preferred
Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in automotive, business, or related industries required
Demonstrated knowledge of Carroll Shelby\'s legacy and the ability to connect it to modern automotive innovation required
Proven track record of building partnerships, programs, or entrepreneurial ventures
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required
Experience in higher education or technical education leadership preferred
Established connections in the automotive, racing, or collector car industries preferred
Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance details
Work/Life Balance Perks
Work/Life Balance Perks for Employees include: Dollar Lunch, Fit Center Access, Educational Benefit, Government Verizon Phone Plan, Discount Purchase Programs, Discount Facility Rentals, Vacation & Sick Leave details
Application Instructions
To be considered for this position, a complete application packet must be received, including all the following:
Cover letter of interest (please address your qualifications, skills and knowledge, as well as a secondary area of qualification, if applicable.)
Resume
At least one letter of recommendation (this should come from a different reference than is listed on your application)
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Worksite address
shelby, NC, 28151, US
Who can apply
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