Senior Manager, Organizational Program Development (Grant-funded)

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Weekly Work Hours

40

Compensation Range

Staff Range N06

Salary Minimum

$65,000.00 Annually

FLSA

United States of America (Exempt)

Position Type

Staff

Position Summary
Provides guidance and leadership in the delivery of services based on functional area of focus ensuring that organizational/district initiatives are met.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of policies and procedures that affect clients and/or employees, applying them consistently; ensures compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations; and applies best practices that are in direct support of the overall vision, mission and goals of the organization and/or district.
  
  
• Knowledgeable about and can clearly represent own area of responsibility, seeking new knowledge and tools to advance the objectives of the organization.
  
  
• Must be able to cultivate alliances across internal and external stakeholders in order to build and maintain strong working relationships.
  
  
• Ability to act as a trusted advisor, inspiring confidence and modeling integrity in decisions and communication with all individuals internal/external to the organization.
  
  
• Able to protect the privacy and confidentiality of employees, students and others.
  
  
• Ability to create a work environment that enables employees and/or students to grow and succeed through positive feedback and instruction.
  
  
• Able to maintain consistent and positive customer relations, responding to internal/external customer inquiries in an efficient and timely manner.
  
  
• Promotes positive staff, customer and community relations by communicating departmental and organizational plans and priorities on a regular basis.
  
  
• Able to gather, compile, and analyze data/information and prepare reports as requested.
  
  
• Detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple assignments and projects, create detailed actions plans, as well as the ability to adapt to changing priorities, deadlines and directions.
  
  
• Able to clarify and communicate performance expectations, objectives and roles, effectively transmitting ideas, instructions and information through clear, concise written and verbal communication.
  
  
• Ability to make decisions that are based on thorough analysis of issues and uses sound judgment.
  
  
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate.
  
  
• Must be able to provide excellent customer service.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Requires in-person interaction and coordination of work with other employees, students, external clients, partners or customers and/or immediate access to equipment, documents, or other information located only in a College workspace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field plus three (3) years of work-related experience.
  
  
• Official transcripts are required.
  
  
• Special licenses or certifications may be required depending on the nature of the position.
  
  
• Must have valid driver’s license if traveling to off‐site locations.
  
  
• Bilingual or multilingual skills preferred.
  
  

*** Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing and implementing strategic organizational effectiveness processes and learning initiatives.
  
  
• Provides leadership coaching, training, and organizational development to employees.
  
  
• Conducts needs assessments, delivers system-wide training programs for all staff and assesses effectiveness of training.
  
  
• Uses assessment and feedback to identify areas for improvement; proposes changes to existing training and recommends new initiatives for implementation.
  
  
• Work with colleagues to create new forms and processes that will increase awareness and streamline business protocol.
  
  
• Follow policies and procedures of the district and organization to meet organizational goals.
  
  
• Works collaboratively with the department staff, leadership, professional development council and the district council to develop strategy, standardize processes and meet the professional development requests of the employees.
  
  
• Collaborate with staff on multiple projects to review planning, project timelines and set priorities in order to complete the project and meet the goals and expectations of the organization.
  
  
• Develops budget, monitors and approves expenditures related to professional development.
  
  
• Research a variety of topics for the purpose of developing new programs that meet staff training requirements.
  
  
• Leads discussions related to new concepts or strategies needed to solve a business problem.
  
  
• Interpret policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to training.
  
  
• Provide engaging interactive and effective training presentations.
  
  
• Creates announcements for the campus-wide community.
  
  
• Must complete required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
  
  
• Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with internal/external stakeholders and constituents within the Dallas College community network.
  
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly known as the Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD), has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven (7) campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Knowledgeable about novice teacher preparation and the role that alternative teacher certification programs play in the larger teacher pipeline.
• Public school experience as a PK-12 teacher, administrator, and/or teacher preparation program leader at an EPP or IHE is required.
• PK-12 teacher licensure and an understanding of Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) rules and regulations.

This is a grant funded position. Continuation of the role is contingent upon availability of continued funding.

Applications DeadlineOctober 1, 2024