What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Director Business and Industry Services and Adult Career Development position at Great Plains Technology Center?
- Oversee the design, delivery, and evaluation of training programs, business development services, and economic development efforts.
- Supervise and evaluate staff and faculty, both full-time and part-time.
- Recruit, interview, and recommend individuals for staff positions.
- Support professional development opportunities for staff to ensure effective operation
- Cultivate and maintain ongoing collaborative relationships with business, industry, and community members to ensure programs are responsive to current and future needs.
- Monitor and support program advisory committees and community forums.
- Formulate and implement training policies, programs, contracts, schedules, grants, and other related outputs.
- Evaluate and approve new programs, courses, service offerings, and activities.
- Set short-term and long-term goals for programs for supervised programs.
- Develop and implement systems to track and measure program performance.
- Evaluate open-enrollment training, contract training, business coaching, and other service delivery methods for effectiveness and implement changes as appropriate.
- Ensure policies, procedures, and established practices are followed.
- Approve leave, requisitions, timesheets, invoices, agreements, and other administrative requests.
- Prepare, monitor, and submit reports as required. Oversee maintenance of student and client records and reports.
- Serve as CEO of Yield, Inc.; directing operations, managing staff, ensuring financial solvency, and other administration as required.
- Leadership: Cultivates a high-performing environment by fostering professional growth among staff, encouraging best practices, and promoting teamwork amongst staff. Leads initiatives to enhance operational effectiveness through technology, process improvement, and data-informed decision-making. Supports a culture of collaboration and lifelong learning with a growth mindset.
- Subject Knowledge: Knowledge of effective training strategies and development practices. Knowledge of administrative best practices and ability to set priorities based on this knowledge.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term plans that align with the organization’s mission and goals. Ability to recognize future trends and challenges in workforce and adult education. Be able to assess situations, analyze data, develop innovative solutions, and establish performance metrics to encourage continuous improvement.
- Communication & Relationship Building Skills: Be an effective communicator, able to convey information clearly and concisely to stakeholders. Listen actively and respond appropriately to stakeholder inquiries, concerns, and feedback. Build relationships with staff, clients, students, community members, and others. Strengthen connections between education and workforce through partnership development.
- Professionalism: Demonstrate professionalism in all aspects of their work, including preparation, punctuality, and commitment to ongoing professional development. Work collaboratively with colleagues and other stakeholders and be willing to take on leadership roles within the school and community.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related area
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in training development, business services, or other related areas.
- Minimum five (5) years of supervisory experience
- Master’s Degree in Business or related area
JobID: 303
Position Type:
Administration/Executive Director Business & Industry Services & Adult Career Development
Administration/Executive Director Business & Industry Services & Adult Career Development
Date Posted:
3/10/2025
3/10/2025
Location:
Great Plains Technology Center Lawton
Great Plains Technology Center Lawton
Date Available:
03/23/2025
03/23/2025
Closing Date:
03/23/2025
03/23/2025
FLSA Classification
Exempt
Safety Designation
Safety Sensitive
Safety Sensitive
Reports to
Deputy Superintendent
Deputy Superintendent
Deadline
March 23, 2025
March 23, 2025
Start Date
July 1, 2025
July 1, 2025
Salary
Commensurate with experience
Commensurate with experience
Contract Length
12 Months
12 Months
Job Description
Summary/objective
Responsible for driving the strategic direction, management, and growth of the organization's services related to adult career development, business and industry partnerships, and workforce development. The Executive Director will provide leadership and oversight of all programs, services, and staff within these areas, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission, goals, and objectives. This individual will work closely with industry leaders, stakeholders, and community partners to foster innovative, impactful programs that enhance adult career opportunities and meet the needs of the workforce.
Responsible for driving the strategic direction, management, and growth of the organization's services related to adult career development, business and industry partnerships, and workforce development. The Executive Director will provide leadership and oversight of all programs, services, and staff within these areas, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission, goals, and objectives. This individual will work closely with industry leaders, stakeholders, and community partners to foster innovative, impactful programs that enhance adult career opportunities and meet the needs of the workforce.
Essential functions
Competencies
Supervisory responsibilities
Direct the work of assigned staff as applicable.
Direct the work of assigned staff as applicable.
Work environment
The Director typically works in an office environment, but the mission of the school may require work in the business and industry community and other settings. A standard workweek is required but may require evening or weekend hours to accommodate activities such as Board meetings and representation of Great Plains at public events.
The Director typically works in an office environment, but the mission of the school may require work in the business and industry community and other settings. A standard workweek is required but may require evening or weekend hours to accommodate activities such as Board meetings and representation of Great Plains at public events.
Physical demands
The Director role requires the ability to sit for extended periods while also being mobile across school campuses and community events. The position involves lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds, as well as using office technology for administrative tasks. Strong verbal, auditory, and analytical skills are essential for effective communication and decision-making. The role also demands the ability to handle high-stress situations and respond effectively to emergencies, crisis situations, and student altercations.
The Director role requires the ability to sit for extended periods while also being mobile across school campuses and community events. The position involves lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds, as well as using office technology for administrative tasks. Strong verbal, auditory, and analytical skills are essential for effective communication and decision-making. The role also demands the ability to handle high-stress situations and respond effectively to emergencies, crisis situations, and student altercations.
Travel required
Travel within and outside of the Great Plains Technology Center district may be required for student or staff activities, professional development and participation in other Great Plains Technology Center activities.
Travel within and outside of the Great Plains Technology Center district may be required for student or staff activities, professional development and participation in other Great Plains Technology Center activities.
Required education and experience
Preferred education and experience
Discrimination Statement
Great Plains Technology Center does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, marital status or veteran status, in any of its activities or operations. If you have any questions about equal opportunity please contact; Human Resources, 580-355-6371, hr@greatplains.edu.
Great Plains Technology Center does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, marital status or veteran status, in any of its activities or operations. If you have any questions about equal opportunity please contact; Human Resources, 580-355-6371, hr@greatplains.edu.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice at the discretion of the Superintendent and/or their designee.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice at the discretion of the Superintendent and/or their designee.
Employment Benefits Include: 100% paid health insurance; paid sick leave; paid school holidays off; tuition reimbursement; 100% paid contribution to teacher’s retirement.
Great Plains Technology Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Great Plains Technology Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
