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Provides overall management of the School of Continuing Education, including, but not limited to, youth programming, personal enrichment, adult continuing education, and short-term vocational training. Coordinates the contacting of business, industrial, and public service organizations relative to the development and implementation of employee training programs, seminars, conferences, grant programs, and continuing education classes.

1. Provide leadership and support for all Continuing Education programs, activities, and services, and assess performance and outcomes.

2. Develop and manage student recruitment and retention strategies for new and returning students.

3. Oversee management of departmental budgets and expenditures of funds.

4. Oversee the recruitment, hiring, evaluation and professional growth of Continuing Education instructional personnel.

5. Promote and support a culture of innovation in academic programming and delivery.

6. Lead the annual strategic planning process and the establishment of short and long range programmatic and financial goals.

7. Collaborate in the development and implementation of programs that support workforce needs and professional development.

8. Promote engagement with employers to generate internships, work-related experiences, and employment for students.

9. Ensure courses address current and emerging needs of the community and other identified constituencies.

10. Research, evaluate, and apply for grant-funded opportunities.

11. Ensure departments are effectively managed including staff supervision, budgetary management, and program administration.

12. Review and approve program schedules, including classroom and laboratory schedules.

13. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Associate Vice President, Academic Innovation and Workforce Education

SUPERVISION PROVIDED:

1. Assistant Dean, Continuing Education
2. Director, Corporate Outreach
3. Director, Retired Senior Volunteer Program
4. Manager, Center for Health Professionals
5. Secretary II  

 

EDUCATION: Master's degree

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 5 years of management experience in business or higher education. Experience in the development and administration of education and training programs. Successful experience developing revenue generating programs. Strong entrepreneurial skills and experience developing and implementing innovative educational programs to address the needs of a particular industry. Experience with grant procurement and management.

KNOWLEDGE: Comprehensive knowledge of the processes involved in developing and implementing continuing education programs, including pedagogy, instructor selection, and instructional design. General understanding of marketing and sales concepts. Familiar with budgeting and fiscal management. Must possess a broad knowledge of the functions and operations of business and industry, and higher education.

SKILLS: Ability to work with a varied constituency including representatives from business and industry, civic organizations, government officials, faculty, labor unions, and other Triton departments. Strong leadership skills that include setting priorities, creative problem-solving, making decisions in ambiguous situations, and completing multiple tasks simultaneously.  

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ABOUT TRITON COLLEGE

Triton College is an institution of higher education dedicated to student success. Located 14 miles from downtown Chicago, the school offers outstanding educational value in a student-centered setting rich in academic and cultural resources, career-oriented learning opportunities, and engaging social activities.

Triton’s attractive 110-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities, thriving arts and athletics programs and a comfortable, friendly atmosphere. Our culturally diverse community of students, faculty and staff collaborates to promote integrity, open dialog, teamwork and mutual respect, while striving for excellence in all that we do.

We empower success in life-changing ways. Our degree and certificate programs feature practical courses and flexible scheduling options. Triton transfer students are readily accepted into colleges and universities nationwide. Career program students learn skills needed to succeed in a highly competitive job market that will allow them to make significant contributions to business and industry. Continuing Education students participate in courses geared toward recreation, personal enrichment, workforce development and lifelong learning.

More than 10,000 students enroll at Triton each year, yet every student receives ample individual attention in small, accessible classes. Our highly qualified faculty combines distinguished academic credentials with valuable real-world experience. Tuition is extremely affordable and financial assistance and scholarships are available.

THE TRITON DIFFERENCE

Triton College is committed to empowering your success in life-changing ways. Our positive learning environment prepares students to effectively compete in our global economy, realize their career aspirations, and achieve personal growth.

What sets Triton College apart?

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Triton College features small class sizes and a wide range of quality, real-world focused programs that provide a pathway to completing your degree at a four-year university, obtaining a well-paying job, or advancing in your career. Hands-on learning experiences in degree, certificate, continuing education, and adult education programs promote achievement.

ACCOMPLISHED FACULTY

Our faculty brings many years of professional and teaching experience to their classrooms. Placing a priority on engaging students with practical knowledge, faculty members use proven instructional methods to bring content to life. They also participate in ongoing professional development to share successful teaching approaches and best practices that will help students meet and complete course requirements.

EASILY TRANSFERRABLE CREDITS

Most four-year institutions around the country accept Triton's college credit courses as transfer credit. You can stay close to home while meeting your general education requirements at Triton, then transfer these credits to another university to complete your degree.

STUDEN-CENTERED ENVIRONMENT

Triton is a vibrant and diverse community that promotes learning and achievement. State-of-the-art facilities, support services, and flexible class scheduling options provide students of all ages with opportunities and resources to excel and gain important skills for succeeding in life. Extra-curricular student clubs, organizations and activities offer many ways to get involved with our unique community on- and off-campus.

EXCEPTIONAL VALUE

When you complete your studies at Triton, you can be confident that you will receive a positive return on your investment. Triton College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, an important distinction that employers look for when hiring prospective employees. Triton's affordable tuition offers significant annual savings compared to other colleges and universities, and financial assistance is available.

With all that Triton College has to offer, why spend more to attend college elsewhere? All the advantages you are looking for are right here!

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Location
2000 5th Avenue
River Grove
Illinois
60171
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