Position Details

Position Information

Position TypeCivil ServiceClassification TitleProgram DirectorPosition's Functional TitleDirector of Corporate and Community EducationPosition Start Date11/01/2019Position End Date (if temporary)Position Summary

This professional position develops new business relationships and coordinates customized training for business and industry, which will be held on-site at various companies and at Governors State University (GSU). In cooperation with academic colleges, this position also coordinates professional development for individuals in need of continuing education units (CEU’s). The duties of this job improve accessibility to higher education and increase continuing education offerings. This position is responsible for marketing and planning workshops, certificate programs, and various in-demand training to both on campus and outreach communities. Responsibilities will include maintaining partnerships and cultivating relationships with a variety of client populations, i.e. hospitals, school districts, government, non-profit, and trade associations. The new Director of Corporate and Community Education must collaborate with School of Extended Learning staff to support and promote other initiatives within the unit.

Starting Salary Range: $50,505.00 to $60,000.00.
(This is a non-negotiated position. Salary starts at the base and is determined based on Education and Experience exceeding the minimum qualifications).

Minimum Qualifications

REQUIRED: COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPTS, WHICH INCLUDES THE EARNED DEGREE AND CONFERRED DATE MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION OF THIS POSITION (See “Special instructions to applicants” section below)

1. Bachelor’s degree.

2. A total of three (3) years (36 months) in education, training and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position.

Note: Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.

3. Based on position requirements, additional education, training, and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position, may be required.

(www.sucss.illinois.gov)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.

• Minimum of five years related professional experience.

• Understanding of adult education theory, training, and program development.

• Evidence of strong organizational, management, and administrative skills.

• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

• Able to work with people from diverse backgrounds, and establish effective relationships with faculty, students, staff, and clients.

• Computer savvy and high comfort level with technology.

Posting Date10/08/2019Closing Date10/18/2019Open Until FilledNoPosting NumberCS0370PType of SearchExternalQuicklink for Postinghttp://employment.govst.edu/postings/4823Employee IDDepartmentSpecial Instructions to Applicants

This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.

Credentials Assessment Exam Scoring Information:

In order to be considered for this position, applicants are required to provide electronic documentation that verifies that the following minimum qualifications of this Civil Service position have been met:

• online Civil Service application, including dates of employment, applicable full-time and part-time employment (percentage), and specific duties and responsibilities)

• cover letter

• résumé

• list of three professional references

• college/university transcript(s). **PLEASE ATTACH A COPY OF THE COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPT IN THE FIELD MARKED AS “TRANSCRIPTS.”

**Please note the following:

• Due to the high volume of applications received, only the high school diploma or equivalent/college/university transcripts submitted/attached electronically to this posting will be used for the review and the consideration of this vacancy.

• If you are a Veteran, you may be eligible to receive Veteran’s Preference Points on a passing examination score, by submitting proof of eligibility to the Department of Human Resources, such as a copy of your DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves) by the closing date.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
   • 0-1
   • 1-3
   • 3-5
   • 5-7
   • 7+
3. * Are you proficient in Microsoft Office applications?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have reliable transportation to travel to various community college partner sites and GSU?
   • Yes
   • No

Required DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Transcripts
4. List of References

Optional Documents

1. Veteran’s Preference Points Documentation
2. Letter of Recommendation
3. Other
4. Other2
5. Other3
6. Other4
7. Other5