Program Director, Utility Systems Technology

Department: Utility System Technology

Location: Manufacturing Technology Center

Reports To: Dean, Manufact & Engineering

Requisition ID: req5911

Employment Type: Administration and Professionals

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: Standard College Hours: M-F, 8:30am-5pm

Number of Openings: 1

Job Description:

Provides management, direction, and serves as the subject matter expert for the utility system technology program. Directs and delivers various construction and utility technology courses; planning and delivering curriculum based on the established standards for the program. Provides direction and oversight of assigned staff and assists with program budget management. Tracks and reports student outcomes such as placement data, completion metrics; ensuring the program is achieving the desired outcomes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides management and direction for the utility system technology program
  
• Serves as the subject matter expert for the utility systems technology program
  
• Provides direction and oversight of assigned staff and assists with program budget management
  
• Assists in recruitment and marketing activities for the program, including attending job and career fairs
  
• Directs and delivers formal instruction each semester, and covers instructor absences when necessary
  
• Assists with student instruction in various labs as needed
  
• Reinforces the instruction provided by faculty by utilizing a variety of learning modalities in the labs
  
• Maintains control and inventory of classroom equipment, instructional materials, and supplies
  
• Instructs, advises, counsels, and provides feedback to students on clinical skills techniques
  
• Administers competency testing to utility system technology students
  
• Manages record-keeping system, to ensure program and students meet and maintain compliance standards
  
• Provides well-defined goals for student achievements
  
• Assists in updating, revising, and implementing curricular objectives and content
  
• Ensures the utility system technology program’s compliance with the grantor
  
• Collaborates with instructors and staff to provide appropriate learning opportunities for students
  
• Assists in the development of policies related to the utility system technology program
  
• Maintains up-to-date academic and attendance records in compliance with school and regulatory organization policies and guidelines
  
• Develops and maintains departmental spreadsheets and databases to track and report student outcomes such as placement data and completion metrics; ensuring the program meets industry needs
  
• Actively engages in promoting workplace health and safety
  
• Cultivates relationships with local businesses and industry partners
  
• Participates in program and division committees and maintains current and accurate records as needed
  
• Provides a full range of program support
  
• Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

• Master’s degree in related field
  Demonstrated experience may substitute for education.
  
• Minimum three years of experience building and maintaining the following utility systems:
  Natural gas, water, wastewater, and communication.
  
• Civil Construction experience, including blueprint reading, job site management, and the use of leveling instruments.
  
• Experience with various excavating equipment in underground utility construction.
  
• Expertise with locating underground utilities.
  
• Experience with heavy construction equipment and/or horizontal drilling

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of heavy equipment operation
  
• Ability to think strategically and execute new ideas in a fast-paced environment
  
• Ability to work independently as well as in small interdisciplinary teams
  
• Ability to work with industry partners and governmental and economic development agencies
  
• Ability to cultivate relationships and effectively collaborate with diverse groups of stakeholders
  
• Excellent project management skills
  
• Team Player with a track record of leading and inspiring others
  
• Ability to travel locally and regionally
  
• Ability to effectively complete work assignments independently
  
• Possess a solid commitment to providing excellent customer service
  
• Ability to determine needs and identify solutions
  
• Possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  
• Possess strong organizational and time-management skills
  
• Work accurately with great attention to detail
  
• Possess basic-level proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or equivalent software
  
• Possess sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population
  
• Additional duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
Service Focus
Quality of Work
Communication

VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES
Adaptability
Continuous Improvement

IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES
Collaboration
Time Utilization

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Training or teaching experience
  
• CDL class “A” license
  
• Utility construction experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

(The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• The work is performed in a standard, professional shop environment;
  
• The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated;
  
• Typically, there is some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of light items up to 25 pounds
  
• Work is partially performed in an environment with sufficient noise that may cause an employee to shout to be heard above the noise level;
  
• Work is partially performed in an environment exposing employees to hazards such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.
  
• Work is partially performed in an environment with conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dust, mists, and gases.
  
• Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite

Target Starting Salary Range: $85,000 to $90,000 annual

The final offer for the successful candidate is targeted to fall within this range, but will be based upon an assessment of internal equity, the unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications in relation to the minimum and/or preferred job requirement(s).

Special Note: If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure.

Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Affirmative Action Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.