Instructional Initiatives Manager - Math, Science, Information Technology, and Bachelor Programs (MSITB)

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• Marital StatusApplicant Photos *, Leads the Division of Math, Science, Information Technology, and Bachelor Programs (MSITB) projects and other initiatives. Provides operational oversight on management and follow-up regarding MSITB grants and initiatives. Monitors the MSITB grant/project implementation of strategies and activities according to the grant requirements. Oversees the programmatic implementation and management of awarded grants and projects for the Division of Math, Science, Information Technology, and Bachelor Programs. Works collaboratively with program chairs, faculty, and staff throughout the college to lead the development and initial implementation planning of student success projects. Leads the development of proposals for program recognition and awards at the national and state level., * Works collaboratively with College stakeholders to plan, review grants and other projects.

• Works collaboratively with College and outside Stakeholders to identify and develop industry certifications, Occupational Skill Awards (OSA), certificates, and other stackable credentials.

• Directs evaluation, monitoring of projects, and student success initiatives within the Division of Math, Science, Information Technology, and Bachelor Programs (MSITB).

• Maintains cooperative working relations with faculty, staff, and administration college-wide and with external partners.

• Develops monthly summary reports related to the Division of Math, Science, Information Technology, and Bachelor Programs (MSITB) active grants and special projects.

• Develops, presents on the Division of Math, Science, Information Technology, and Bachelor Programs' initiatives at College-Wide committees, at regional, state, and national conferences.

• Serves on College-wide committees as appropriate and as appointed by immediate supervisor.

• Leads the Division of Math, Science, Information Technology, and Bachelor Programs (MSITB) in the development of proposals for program recognition and awards at the national and state level.

• Reviews proposals submitted by academic departments for potential grant opportunities.

• Supports the Division of Math, Science, Information Technology, and Bachelor Programs (MSITB) with various educational initiatives.

• Leads the Division of Math, Science, Information Technology, and Bachelor Programs (MSITB) as principal liaison with the Department of Resource Development, Management and Compliance and Academic Affairs.

• Serves as the primary division liaison with Public Relations and Marketing to oversee PR/Marketing project initiatives and communications.

• Serves as the primary point-of-contact for the initial collaborative planning of grants and special projects for the Division of Math, Science, Information Technology, and Bachelor Programs (MSITB).

• Monitors grant funded programs in the Division of Math, Science, Information Technology, and Bachelor Programs (MSITB).

• Oversees the implementation, and management of grants and special projects for the Division of Math, Science, Information Technology, and Bachelor Programs (MSITB).

• Monitors grant funded programs for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations in cooperation with the Department of Resource Development, Management and Compliance and other college-wide student success projects and initiatives.

• Monitors budgets and expenditures for major academic and non - academic grants and projects are in compliance with grant requirements.

• Serves as the Division of Math, Science, Information Technology, and Bachelor Programs (MSITB) point of contact in the development of the Divisional Carl Perkins Annual Application, amendments, and other College-Wide grants and projects.

• Works collaboratively with Program Chairs to monitor the implementation of strategies and activities related to the grants and other initiatives.

• Provides guidance to Division of Math, Science, Information Technology, and Bachelor Programs to support data-driven planning and continuous improvement planning for grant programs and other projects.

• Represents the Dean of MSITB at various assigned meetings.

• Supervises assigned staff.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Transcripts must be from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)., * Master's Degree required.

• At least three (3) years of work experience in higher education required.
• At least two (2) years administrative and/or instructional experience preferred.
• Grant related experience preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Effective leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, the Windows environment, and internet research skills.
• Ability to adapt to constant change and periods of fast-paced, high-intensity work situations.
• Demonstrated commitment to achieving the vision and mission of South Texas College.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Checks, Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Security Sensitive position: All applicants are subject to a criminal background check under South Texas College policy.
• In addition, subject to a federal background check.
• Must have or qualify for a valid Texas driver's license and proof of liability insurance., * Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
• Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
• Standing particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes.
• Close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and/or extensive reading.
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word including the ability to convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately and concisely.
• Mobility to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.

$65,550 a year - Full-time