Civil Service

Program Director

Program Director, Employer Partnerships and Business Training

05/01/2022

Governors State University is seeking to hire a Program Director of Employer Partnerships and Business Training as the School of Extended Learning liaison with the business community. This position engages employers in customized incumbent workforce training, develops workforce hiring partnerships, and directs other professional development initiatives, including GSU’s new S.E.E.D.S. employee development program and CEU offerings for continued learning. The Director coordinates with other internal and external stakeholders who interact with the business community including GSU Career Services, Chambers, organizations that help employers administer corporate education benefits, workforce development boards, and more.

Salary Range: $55,000 to $63,250.00.
(This is a non-unionized position. Salary starts at the base and is determined based on Education and Experience exceeding the minimum qualifications).

This position qualifies for an expansive suite of fringe benefits including, various insurance options, paid time off, retirement and investment options, and tuition waivers. Visit: https://www.govst.edu/benefits/.

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 from an accredited college or university.

2. Minimum of six years related professional experience.

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

EXAM REQUIREMENT: CREDENTIAL ASSESSMENT (YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO COME IN TO TEST FOR THIS POSITION).

For more details regarding this classification, visit: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/Detail.aspx?tblClassIndexID=3688.

• Master’s degree.
• Able to successfully work independently and as a team member.
• Understanding of adult education, 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.

05/06/2022

05/16/2022

No

CS0646P

External

https://employment.govst.edu/postings/7071

DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENT:

For consideration, applicants are required to attach the following:
1: All College/University Transcripts.
2: Online Application – Must be fully completed, include all dates of employment, employment status (full-time or if part-time, include percentages), job duties and responsibilities (full details).
3: Cover Letter.
4: Resume.
5: A list of three Professional References (We will only contact your references if you are a finalist).

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:
Illinois residency required within 180 days of the hire date.

CREDENTIAL ASSESSMENT EXAM DETAILS:
This vacancy involves a Credential Assessment Examination which consist of a review and rating of the applicants Education, Experience, Licenses, and other qualifications. Applicants are required to provide electronic documentation as listed above to verify that the minimum qualifications for this position has been met.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS:
Veterans may be eligible to receive additional points on a passing final examination score. To determine eligibility, submit one of the following documents to the Department of Human Resources:
1: Department of Defense – DD214 / DD215
2: National Guard – NGB22 Form
3: Discharge Orders
4: Reserves – DD256 Discharge Certificate

Note: Documentation must be received by the closing date of this posting.