Program Manager (Part-time) VAST Academy

SUMMARY
Provides program administration, supervision of a specific program(s); may also involve supervision of program participants and assessing/advising participants. Provides program marketing and recruitment strategies creating/revising program curricula; monitor business/industry trends; partnerships with business, industry, community agencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

1. Assist Program Director in the management of the program as needed.
2. Develop marketing plans and strategies t promote courses and to increase enrollment in the program.
3. Collaborate with staff and other Program Directors as necessary.
4. Develop, implement and monitor new programs based on community and business needs and input.
5. Define resources and schedule for implementation of the program.
6. Supervise the project team and manage conflicts as they occur.
7. Assess team and evaluate their performance.
8. Identify areas for improvement and implementation plans for improvement
9. Facilitate customized training needs as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree required.
Master’s degree or higher preferred.

EXPERIENCE
3 years experience in office operations required, including supervisory experience.

KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS AND ABILITIES  

1. Familiarity with and sensitivity to culturally diverse populations.
2. Knowledge or familiarity with the following computer applications:
3. Microsoft Office Suite
4. Web Browsers
5. Major online course management system (CMS)
6. Major enterprise resource planning (ERP) applications
7. Email
8. Excellent organization skills.
9. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
10. Able to form effective partnerships and alliances to achieve common goals.
11. Able to work with a diverse student population, multiple communities and public agencies
12. Able to manage complex processes.
13. Familiarity with on-line technologies.
14. Demonstrated ability to be flexible and creative in managing projects and identifying solutions to complex problems.

COMPETENCIES

• Delivering High Quality Work
• Accepting Responsibility
• Serving Customers
• Supporting Organizational Goals
• Driving Continuous Improvement
• Acting with Integrity
• Thinking Critically
• Managing Change
• Communicating Effectively

WORKING CONDITIONS
General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

SECURITY SENSITIVE: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

The Organization
Houston City College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene. 
• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.  

If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away. 

EEO Statement 
Houston City College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status.  The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Sandra Jacobson, Interim Director EEO/Compliance/Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
PO Box 667517                                   
Houston TX, 77266
713 718.8271 or [email protected]  

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.