What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Eastern Academic Center position at Kellogg Community College?
External Posting Number
20130587P
Position Number
INST.DIREAC.WD.25
Position Title
Director, Eastern Academic Center
Position Type
Administration
Classification
Director 2 - Administration
Department
Regional Education - Eastern Academic Center
Division
Discipline:
Work Schedule
This regular, full-time support staff position will work Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with flexible and/or extended hours as needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following
See job duties below.
Position Summary
The Director of the Eastern Academic Center (EAC) is responsible for the leadership, advocacy for, and direct oversight of a regional academic center located 27 miles east of the main campus in accordance with the mission and vision of the College. Accountable for the delivery of on-site academic programs and services, instructional support, financial integrity, and peripheral activities designed to meet the needs of local community partners, economic development initiatives, and individual learners. A Center Director must have networking skills and a knowledge of all campus divisions and units within the division. The Center Director is responsible for knowing the pulse of the community and their educational needs, while also representing the institution at local functions as the liaison for the College.
The Eastern Academic Center of Kellogg Community College is located in Albion, Michigan, a community of approximately 7,200 people. Leisure activities, natural resources, rich cultural heritage, and learning opportunities provide a foundation for residents. Located along the I-94 interstate, Albion is within 30 minutes of Battle Creek, 60 minutes of Kalamazoo and Lansing, and within 90 minutes of Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, and Detroit.
The Eastern Academic Center of Kellogg Community College is located in Albion, Michigan, a community of approximately 7,200 people. Leisure activities, natural resources, rich cultural heritage, and learning opportunities provide a foundation for residents. Located along the I-94 interstate, Albion is within 30 minutes of Battle Creek, 60 minutes of Kalamazoo and Lansing, and within 90 minutes of Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, and Detroit.
KCC Equity Statement
At Kellogg Community College, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where we foster respect for others and our differences, support cultural understanding, demonstrate ethical behavior and champion social justice. We will accomplish this by:
- Deepening our understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion through learning, engagement with others and personal reflection;
- Valuing the lived experiences and perspectives of others while nurturing and understanding the differences between us;
- Rejecting all forms of prejudice, discrimination and racism; and
- Advancing integrity, justice and civility among and between us.
Physical Demands
The job responsibilities are performed in an office area and presentation venues. Travel by car required. The job has intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as independent mobility between work areas, standing, sitting, stooping, bending, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward (8 – 45 pounds). Typically requires regular use of one or more physical senses of medium intensity and long duration. Must meet reasonable deadlines, quotas or demands for accuracy, and may be involved in some mildly unpleasant situations.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business, Public Administration, Communications, Marketing or related field from an accredited college or university.
- Computer literacy, counseling, advising, and leadership skills.
- Three to five (3-5) years of experience in higher education, workforce development and/or economic development.
Preferred but not Required
- Master’s degree (MA, MS, MBA) or equivalent in Higher Education, Business, Public Administration, or related from an accredited college or university.
- Knowledge of community college curriculum and university transfer requirements.
- Established business network in Calhoun County, Michigan, specifically in Albion, Battle Creek and/or Marshall.
- Certified Business Services Professional designation.
Proposed Salary
According to the Kellogg Community College Hay Administrative Compensation program, the 2024-2025 annual salary range for a Director 2 position, $65,810 to $82,262 to start.
Special Instructions to Applicants
This posting is open to internal and external candidates. To be considered, all required materials must be submitted no later than Monday, March 10, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. EST, and it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure all required materials are submitted by the closing date and time. Only online applications will be accepted – any paper applications will be rejected and returned to the applicant. As part of the interview process, applicants will be given a skills test. If you have questions regarding our online application process, please call 269 565-2074 or e-mail hr@kellogg.edu.
Projected Hire Date
External Posting Date
02/14/2025
External Closing Date
03/10/2025
External Closing Time
9:00 a.m. EST
Internal Posting Date
02/14/2025
Internal Closing Date
03/10/2025
Job Duties
Essential Function
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Description
- Detect gaps in programming and effect curriculum changes congruent with local needs.
- Possess an understanding of all existing college programming as well as an understanding of student and employer/community needs.
- Forecast future needs as well as plan, develop, and implement strategies to meet long-term needs is required.
- Conduct needs assessments and advocate for college partnerships by acting as (or supporting) the designated liaison with community groups, committees, economic development agencies, task forces, etc. and provide (or obtain) official KCC representation for municipal and county-wide initiatives.
- Build positive relationships with surrounding K-12 districts and local media, in coordination with other divisions.
- Define and execute strategies to increase student enrollment in programs offered at the Eastern Academic Center (EAC).
- Work directly with workforce development partners (such as Michigan Works Southwest, West Michigan Works, and the MEDC Talent Action Team) and career education advisory committees/councils/boards on regional initiatives (such as Advanced IT Solutions Consortium, Career Education Advisory Council, Southwest Michigan Healthcare Consortium).
- Develop and manage existing relationships with corporate partners, identify educational needs of employers and their employees, and align with KCC program offerings.
Essential Function
CURRICULAR & SERVICE DELIVERY
Description
- Ensure an effective site schedule and delivery of this schedule by incorporating local community and student needs and enrollment trends into the long-term planning process.
- Collaborate with academic departments to build and deliver a credit schedule each semester, depending on fluctuating enrollment trends.
- On-site responsibility for functional support and instructional supervision, and the validity and reliability of scheduled offerings.
- Coordinate with student services personnel (admissions, academic advising, registration, testing, financial aid, counseling, tutoring, business office, bookstore, etc.) for service delivery.
- Provide coaching or academic advising where appropriate to students. Intervene with campus agencies when necessary.
- Plan and execute engaging and informative advisory meetings according to college guidelines ensuring program curriculum is current and relevant for the workforce needs.
- Provide service to the College through leadership and participation on a broad range of committees and workgroups.
Essential Function
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Description
- Create a safe and welcoming learning environment by supporting students, staff, and faculty in understanding policy and procedure.
- Provide problem-solving, conflict resolution, development of responsible learners, and communication to security staff as necessary.
- Demonstrate ability to listen, navigating interpretation of policy/procedure and advocate for students with unusual circumstances, if necessary.
- Work with vendors to facilitate the purchase and installation of equipment; ensure appropriate and safe usage according to vendor recommendations, college policies and grant requirements.
- Ensure equipment is maintained and in good working order.
- Handle matters related to the physical plant (computer and science labs, industrial trades labs, heating and air systems, instructional technology, vendors, maintenance and contracted personnel, security procedures, etc.).
- Troubleshoot systems and arrange classrooms.
- Provide direct supervision and training of operating staff.
- Work to best utilize available personnel and ensure appropriate staffing, being cognizant of faculty and staff union contracts.
- Responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of instruction at the site by faculty; including problem-solving student and faculty issues, supporting adjunct faculty in learning & utilizing college systems, and assisting with adjunct faculty recommendations and evaluations.
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills, solid critical thinking, listening skills and the ability to negotiate problems.
- Utilize conflict resolution techniques and apply mutually beneficial strategies.
- Implement and monitor annual budget, discretionary accounts, spending levels, and cost-effectiveness.
- Provide local input in planning, budgeting, and staffing decisions, from the perspective of the EAC as well as regional stakeholders.
- Manage processes and secure approval of the College’s financial documents for purchases and reimbursements.
- Assist in the design and implementation of local marketing with internal and external partners.
Essential Function
PROGRAM STRATEGY & DEVELOPMENT
Description
- Work in coordination with the Kellogg Community College Foundation, Student Affairs, and Communications and Advancement divisions to recommend and help implement strategies for improving partner program and recruitment of students.
- Provide feedback to the Instructional Deans on community, corporate and local philanthropic organizations’ needs regarding potential new programs, certificate offerings and training needs.
- Research, develop, and support grant funded programs within the Workforce Development Department as assigned.
- Collaborate with employers to develop and maintain viable work-based learning experiences, (Department of Labor (DOL) apprenticeships, job shadows, co-ops, internships) for students.
- Work in partnership with employers to develop employer sponsored programs at the Regional Manufacturing Technology Center (RMTC) and the EAC, including addressing student learning outcomes, supervision, liability, and pre-access requirements.
- Serve on internal and external project teams in support of attracting and retaining new growth projects, such as developing partnerships with the Blue Oval Battery Park-Michigan, Kellogg, etc.
Salary : $65,810 - $82,262
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