Description

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-Tomball

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Founded in 1988, Lone Star College-Tomball is the third oldest college in the LSC system. LSC-Tomball offers a wide range of academic and workforce programs and is a leading college in the health sciences. LSC-Tomball is the founding college of the lifePATH program, a four-year degree for adults with cognitive disabilities. LSC-Tomball enjoys a joint library partnership with Harris County Public Library, and we offer an early college high school with the Tomball Independent School District.

Location address is 30555 Tomball Parkway, Tomball, TX 77375.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Director, Educational Services and Partnerships manages staff and/or resources to provide specific program or service offerings to internal or external stakeholders. Provides leadership and support in the planning, design, implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive P-16 outreach plan. Leads, develops, and implements programs and activities to raise awareness of P-16 students, their parents, and communities of the importance of higher education. Motivates primary and secondary students to complete elementary, middle, and high school in a way that prepares them for success in higher education in target areas with low college-going rates.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Provides leadership to plan, design, administer, communicate, and evaluate all aspects of the Dual Credit and College Readiness program for the college that align with strategic goals of the college; Areas include but are not limited to: Home School, Dual Credit, and other associated College Readiness programs
2. Develops innovative model pilot projects that offer partnership opportunities between public schools and institutions of higher education, in support of the areas of responsibility
3. Reviews and analyzes data pertinent to College Readiness programs, goals, and strategic programming functions for successful student transition from P-16 into higher education; Supports the incorporation of college readiness standards into dual credit courses taught both face-to-face and online
4. Works closely and collaboratively with TEA, school districts, parent groups, community groups, social services, businesses, colleges and Universities to develop, interpret, and implement all applicable policies, procedures, and regulations pertaining to college readiness services
5. Develops and shares curricula and resources, for both 6-12 & 9-12 schools, including an intensive 11th and 12th grade planning guide to support College Connections and Dual Credit initiatives; Assists in the transition of the LSC dual credit program as school districts transition from TAKS to end-of-course exams and provide technical assistance as the state curriculum and assessment changes
6. Assists schools in developing individual partnerships with colleges and universities that have dual credit agreements with LSC; Initiates and negotiates all articulation agreements between LSC and ISD's
7. Evaluates the processes utilized for registration, enrollment, and qualifying for dual credit courses for public/private schools; Ensures all legal contracts/agreements are current and complete for LSC service area private/charter and public school districts
8. Coordinates the College's P-16 Council working closely with All Kids Alliance and the P-16 Executive Council
9. Keeps informed of and evaluates major trends in P-16; Maintains and implements long-range planning activities consistent with the College and district strategic plans and policies
10. Participates on pertinent advisory committees, district-wide task forces and committees, Community Forum retreats and meetings and appropriate institutes, conferences and seminars assuring that recommendations are appropriately addressed
11. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated positive communication and interpersonal skills
• Educational experience including community college experience
• Excellent leadership ability
• Knowledge of and commitment to community college philosophy

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards
• Travel to service locations as needed

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience must include at least 5 years working in higher education
• Experience must include at least 3 years in a management level position

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree

Salary

Hiring salary range is $77,356- $88,960

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed:

1. Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
2. If the position was full time or part time
3. If the position was paid or unpaid
4. Level of degree completed including date earned.
5. Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

Special Instructions

Go to the Job Search page, click on My Activities at the top of the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on Add Attachment. Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached your cover letter with your resume.

If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the following to be considered: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts.

You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.

How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).

If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.

More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.