<p>Job Title High School Equivalency (HSE) Director Job Description</p> <p>The High School Equivalency (HSE) Director is a full-time position located primarily on the OCH Campus in Monroe, NC. Under the direction of the Executive Director of Adult Basic Skills, the HSE Director provides leadership and supervision for the development, implementation, and evaluation of HSE and Adult High School (AHS) programming across the service area.</p> <p>Essential Duties Summary</p> <ul> <li>Initiate, research, and provide assistance in the development, sequencing, implementation, and evaluation of curricula and educational materials used in the HSE and AHS programs. </li><li>Manage, inventory, and maintain learning materials and instructional resources. </li><li>Facilitate learning through the development and delivery of traditional, virtual, and flexible learning opportunities. </li><li>Select, onboard, supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate full and part-time HSE/AHS staff and instructors. </li><li>Assist with the oversight and maintenance of accurate student, instructor, class, and program documentation. </li><li>Develop and implement transitional pathway models for program participants. </li><li>Manage program marketing efforts. </li><li>Develop and facilitate professional development opportunities for faculty and staff. </li><li>Provide a minimum of 9 hours of instruction per week and be available as an instructional substitute, as needed. </li><li>Monitor placement and student follow-up for retention purposes. </li><li>Participate in developing recommendations for the department budget, including forecasting anticipated budgetary needs for staffing, equipment, and supplies. </li><li>Direct, coordinate, and participate in short and long-range planning; conduct research and surveys to determine current effectiveness and future needs; and prepare reports and plans. </li><li>Assist in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating of department programs/courses and the goals and objectives as they relate to SPCC's Strategic Plan. </li><li>Attend and participate in staff and agency meetings and relevant professional development opportunities. </li><li>Actively participate in College committees and activities. </li><li>Identify and develop partnerships to expand HSE/AHS programming to appropriate community or industry sites. </li><li>Participate in grant prospecting, authoring, editing, evaluation, and reporting. </li><li>Oversee program-specific grants. </li><li>Demonstrate a high-level of professionalism, innovation, collaboration, and institutional commitment in all actions. </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Adult Basic Skills. </li></ul> <p>Required Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree. </li><li>NRS-recognized teaching credential or the ability to earn an NRS credential within two years of hire. </li><li>Minimum of two (2) years of experience teaching adult learners. </li><li>Effective written and oral communication skills. </li><li>Proven ability to deal effectively, cooperatively, and tactfully with students, faculty, staff, and administrators. </li><li>Demonstrated ability to cultivate a collegial, collaborative environment. </li><li>Personal and professional integrity which communicates a sense of mission, leadership, and ability to self-start. </li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. </li><li>Experience utilizing online learning platforms and/or Learning Management Systems. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Master's degree in Education or related field. </li><li>Experience supervising and managing personnel. </li><li>Evidence of a career that involves: </li></ul> <p>o Effective problem solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills;</p> <p>o Flexibility and willingness to change;</p> <p>o Open-mindedness, fairness, and the ability to see multiple perspectives;</p> <p>o A willingness to take appropriate risks, and</p> <p>o A willingness to accept responsibility for professional and personal growth.</p> <p>Physical Demands Special Conditions Eligibility Summary Eeo Statement Summary</p> <p>South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.</p> <p>Posting Detail Information</p> <p>Posting Number JP00747FY17-18 Open Date Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants</p>