Position Details

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Job Title Area 59 DirectorDepartmentCareer & Technical Education GCLocationGillettePosting CategoryStaffDesired Start DateHiring Range$58,583 to $73,229Full Salary Range$58,583 to $87,875Benefits Summary

•Employer paid retirement plan
(17.37% employer paid; .25%
employee paid)
•Group Health, Dental and Life
Insurance, including Flex Benefits
•20 days paid annual leave
•Four days per year paid personal leave
•16 paid holidays per year
•Paid medical, emergency and
bereavement leave
•Employee and family tuition waivers
•Three free meals per week in modern
campus dining facility
•Free easy-access parking
•Collaborative work environment
•Onsite fitness center and walking track
•Verizon, Microsoft, Dell and HP
employee discounts
•Professional development

Months Worked AnnuallyFull-time 12 monthsTypical Work Schedule

TBD; some evenings and weekends will be required.

Position Information

Posting Number 20150459PJob Posting Date01/21/2020Initial Review DateOpen Until FilledYesJob Summary

This position provides leadership, direction and oversight of Gillette College Area 59 operations Community Programs, Youth Programs and Workforce Development Programs. The primary focus is on developing, coordinating, and monitoring adult and youth based classes and programs as well as training and education services offered to business, industry, government, and nonprofit agencies. This position supervises the Area 59 Manager and works collaboratively with other college staff and faculty to develop a strong presence on campus and throughout the community. Ensures high levels of service to students, faculty, staff and community members.

Supervisory and Management Responsibility:

Will supervise Teachers of Maker Classes, part-time workers, and volunteers.

Reports ToDean of Career and Technical EducationEducation/Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required (CTE emphasis preferred), master’s degree preferred.

Ability to use a wide variety of software packages including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite, CAD and CAM software, and other software currently in use at AREA 59. Ability to learn new software packages when installed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to work unsupervised in a technical environment.

Public speaking, networking and relationship building skills.

Strong organizational skills.

Self starter, able to find and complete tasks with little supervision.

Familiarity with equipment used in Area 59, ability to operate and maintain the equipment preferred.

Ability to learn quickly new and emerging hardware and software that would be associated with AREA 59.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Office Hours – some evenings and
weekends will be required.
Lift 50 lbs.
Push 100 lbs.
Noisy conditions
Dusty conditions

About Northern Wyoming Community College District

Gillette College is located in Gillette, WY, the county seat of Campbell County. Located midway between the Big Horn Mountains to the West and the Black Hills of South Dakota to the east. Gillette is a growing, family-friendly community and enjoys a very strong economy due to energy-related industries located there.

Sheridan College is located in historic Sheridan, WY at the foot of the beautiful Big Horn Mountains, minutes away from a variety of outdoor recreational activities. Sheridan is ranked “America’s Top Western Town” by True West magazine and is a vibrant community. Sheridan College is a vital component in the community.

NWCCD also includes a small campus site in Buffalo, WY.

Experience

Program development experience for Technical Training; Community Education and Workforce Development experience is a bonus.

Minimum of two years’ teaching experience preferred.

Management experience preferred

Special Instructions to Applicants

Transcripts will be required and may be attached to your online application documents under “Transcripts” and for additional space, under “Other Documents” or emailed to: HR@sheridan.edu.

Letters of recommendation are highly recommended and can be attached to your online application documents (up to three letters), or may be sent to Human Resources at HR@sheridan.edu.

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Develop, plan and implement a balanced catalog of fee supported and contract classes and events that promote the educational goals of the college, community and service area industry.

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Participate in the development of credit bearing courses that bridge Area 59 into academic curriculum. May serve as an instructor.

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Recruit, supervise, and evaluate qualified staff and instructors necessary to meet objectives of the courses offered. Oversee and assist with facilitation of programs as necessary.

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Monitor expenditures and revenue to ensure income is sufficient to cover program costs. Forecast needed staffing/instruction, equipment, material, and supplies. Implement quality assurance process to evaluate and improve programs. Develop and implement the plan of work for Area 59 operations.

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Manage industry sector partnerships to ensure alignment of workforce programs to current economic and workforce needs.

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Responsible for grant development, writing, administration and evaluation to enhance and programs.

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Facilitate open communications and positive working relationships with other college departments.

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Develop and implement a marketing plan and marketing materials for all areas of responsibility. Recruit participants through dissemination of marketing materials to local and regional audiences and through attendance at community events. Assist participants with registration and fee payment. Coordinate registration and payment process with appropriate offices.

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Coordinate the Area 59 Advisory Board meetings and membership.

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Perform other duties as assigned.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a bachelor's degree?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

   (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Transcripts
2. Letter of Recommendation 1
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Teaching Philosophy
5. Other Documents
6. Letter of Recommendation 2
7. Letter of Recommendation 3