Manager, Advising Adult Education and Literacy (G)

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Manager, Advising Adult Education and Literacy (G)

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n45277

nLocation

nLSC-University Center Woodland

nFull/Part Time

nFull-Time

nRegular/Temporary

nTemporary

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nCommitment to Mission

nThis job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

nCultural Beliefs

nnnOne LSC

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nnStudent Focused

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nnOwn It

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nnFoster Belonging

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nnCultivate Community

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nnChoose Learning

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n nThe Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

nLone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

nCampus Marketing Statement

nLone Star College-University Center at The Woodlands

nLone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

nLSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

nLone Star College-University Center, located in The Woodlands, is a partnership with several leading universities to provide unduplicated bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and continuing professional studies. Utilizing partnerships, seamless credit transfer programs, collaborative governance, shared facilities, interactive telecommunications, and "first stop" student services, we serve as the critical link for community development and individual opportunities.

nLocation address is 3232 College Park Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77384.

nJob Description

nPURPOSE AND SCOPE:

nThe Manager, Advising Adult Education and Literacy is responsible for developing and assists in managing all Adult Education grant programs and literacy courses offered at multiple sites. Manages Continuing Education Adult Basic Education, Grant Funded GED, and ESL programs Develops processes and procedures for operation of the program. Responsible for program success through grant writing, program design, and development of community based partnerships. Leads educational strategies to improve ASE and facilitate the successful transition of adults to post-secondary education. Responsible for compliance with state curriculum mandates.

nThis is a temporary, grant-funded position. Continuation of the position from one academic year to the next is dependent upon continued grant funding. Professional Development for TWC, HGAC and LSCS is required by the deadline.

nESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

nnnSupervises the collection, input and timely reporting of student and staff data into the state's TEAMS database as required by funding agencies

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nnPlans and develops appropriate courses and curriculum for program, ensuring effective implementation, supervision, quality assurance and evaluation of program

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nnKeeps informed of and evaluates major trends in Adult Education training

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nnDevelops and implements long-range planning of yearly activities for Adult Education program to ensure that required state measures are met

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nnCreates and implements schedule of course offerings consistent with student needs, approved courses, and contact hours; reviews and prepares semester schedules and other appropriate documents

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nnUses appropriate data and information to evaluate the effectiveness of the program and makes recommendations to internal stakeholders for improvement

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nnResponsible for student recruitment, advisement, assessment, placement and follow-up

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nnPrepares monthly reports for Director of Adult Education & Literacy Grant

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nnMaintains liaison with area school districts, community-based organizations, and local workforce development agencies in adult education programs; actively promote relationships with community partners to service clients and increase enrollment

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nnRecruits, hires, evaluates, and directly supervises adjunct faculty/instructors who teach in AEL Continuing Education

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nnPerforms research relevant to area of specialty. Develops, monitors and maintains a variety of spreadsheets, databases, reports, and presents findings to internal constituents; assists with grants reporting

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nnSupervises, schedules and prioritizes work and activities, develops and organizes training materials for direct reports

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nnCoordinates and assists with managing various department and management calendars and schedules. Plans, and coordinates various meetings/seminars/events, including site selection and preparation, marketing and training materials, and general support

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nnResponsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

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n nKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ANDABILITIES:

nnnAbility to meet specific deadlines on a daily basis

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nnExcellent written and communication skills

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nnExcellent interpersonal and facilitation skills

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nnAbility to work in a diverse college setting.

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nnExcellent skills in computer and database applications

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n nPHYSICAL ABILITIES:

nThe work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

nWORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

nnnEquipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment

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nnInterface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position

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nnWork is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

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n nREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

nnBachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

n nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

nnnExperience in program development

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nnExperience in budget monitoring

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n nSalary

nHiring salary range is $63,014 - $73,466

nLone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

nYour resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed:

nnnLength of time (specific months and years) of employment

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nnIf the position was full time or part time

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nnIf the position was paid or unpaid

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nnLevel of degree completed including date earned.

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nnUnofficial transcript for highest earned degree

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n nAdditionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

nBenefits Marketing Statement

nBy joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

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nGo to the Job Search page, click on My Activities¿ at the top of the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on Add Attachment.¿ Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached your cover letter with your resume.

nIf you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the following to be considered: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts.

nYou must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.

nHow to Apply

nALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

nWe will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

nPostings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).

nIf selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

nLone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.

nMore information on the E-Verify program is available at .

nLone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.

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