Director of Trade Programs

Howard Community College

tuition reimbursement, 403(b)

United States, Maryland, Baltimore

Apr 09, 2025

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About Us	Howard Community College ( HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020. Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!
Position Title	Director of Trade Programs
FLSA	Exempt
FT/PT	Full Time
Hours Per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	M-F; 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Grade	18
Minimum Compensation	$81,307
General Responsibilities	The Director of Trade Programs is a non-teaching administrative role that works closely with division faculty and staff with effective and innovative leadership and advocacy in promoting student success outcomes. The Director supports efforts to foster a culture of care and belonging and promote a climate of high performance in operational and academic excellence. The Director supports the day-to-day operations of the division through planning, organizing, managing, and improving division operations and oversight of processes and procedures as delegated by the Business, Engineering, and Technology ( BET) Dean and Associate Vice President of Workforce Development ( AVPWD) for credit and workforce skilled trade programs. The Director works collaboratively with Deans, Associate Deans, Department Heads, Program Managers, and other institutional staff to accomplish divisional and college goals and objectives.
Work Performed	In collaboration with the BET Dean and AVPWD, provide leadership in the trade center in developing and evaluating long-term goals and objectives, ensuring alignment with HCC's mission, vision, values, goals, and objectives Manage student academic complaints, code of conduct violations, and placement issues In support of the BET Dean and AVPWD, collaborate with the skilled trade program faculty and staff to develop non-credit to credit stackable credentials and pathways programs In collaboration with the Associate Vice President of Teaching and Learning, BET Dean, AVPWD, and other staff as appropriate, maintain existing partnerships and develop new collaborative relationships with other divisions, the community, employers, and peer institutions Support with coordination of internal and external grant proposals and administration Facilitate faculty professional development activities in the credit and workforce skilled trade programs in collaboration with Faculty Development and Learning Innovation staff Work with faculty and staff to ensure all labs are maintained and supplied with the proper equipment and training devices for the Workforce Development and Trades Center programs To support the AVPWD, ensure all program advisory committees are current and advisory meetings are appropriately scheduled and conducted based on HCC and Perkins guidelines. In collaboration with the faculty, BET Dean, and AVPWD, submit timely course schedules for credit and workforce skilled trade programs Collaborate with the BET Dean, AVPWD, program managers, department heads, and other institutional staff as appropriate on accreditation and assessment activities for the courses and programs in the Workforce Development and Trades Center Manage relationships with licensing/certification agencies to assure compliance, obtain approval, and oversee documentation for workforce development programs requiring approval from external credentialing or governing bodies Work with faculty and administrative staff to facilitate active relationships with business and industry leaders, including program advisory boards Manage a network of relationships with relevant employers, community groups, professional and business organizations, and local and federal government or oversight agencies to facilitate program development and implementation Supports the BET Dean and AVPWD with the operation and policies of the skilled trades programs in other areas of the college Participate in campus and college-wide student recruitment and student success efforts. Support the planning and effective use of designated academic and physical spaces and technology to support student success Collaborate with institutional staff and faculty to identify student needs to improve services and programs for the institution Coordinate and organize assessment and data request/collection efforts across all departments. Work collaboratively with institutional staff in support of data collection and reporting requirements Perform other duties as assigned SUPERVISION Support the hiring and onboarding of new faculty and staff as appropriate Perform required full-time faculty and staff observations and performance evaluations, as appropriate, in accordance with policy Support staff and faculty, as appropriate, in accordance with policy and procedures, and aligned to departmental and divisional needs Support sabbaticals, promotions, etc., in accordance with policy and procedures and aligned to departmental and divisional needs Communicate division policies and procedures, promote a culture of professionalism, and uphold job expectations equitably Supervise staff, as appropriate
Minimum Education Required	Bachelor's degree
Minimum Number of Years Experience Required	5
Other Knowledge Required	Minimum of five (5) years of work experience in one of the program areas or a closely related field A minimum of five (5) years of previous college teaching experience is preferred; community college experience is preferred Minimum of three (3) years of direct management or leadership of career and technical education programs and ability to lead and direct division faculty Knowledge of current CTE and/or workforce development issues and regional, state, and national labor market trends Community College CTE certificate and degree curriculum development and program approval processes Knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion issues, and best practices in higher education Excellent strategic planning, goal setting, and leading faculty and administrators toward outcomes Evidence of excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with a diverse range of students (including those with special needs), faculty, administrators, employers, and other constituents Proven leadership and demonstrated ability to mediate conflict Demonstrated ability to draw connections and foster interdisciplinary collaboration. Ability to work independently, flexibly, and as part of a team Working knowledge of technology and data analysis as it applies to higher education Knowledge and demonstrated understanding of HCC's mission and priorities, emphasizing teaching and learning Ability to use technology to effectively gather data and manage enrollments, class schedules, and space/facilities planning A working knowledge of curriculum and instructional planning, development, and assessment OTHER REQUIREMENTS Ability to: Maintain strict confidentiality and utmost discretion in interpersonal and written communication Work cooperatively both as a team leader and team player Work under stressful conditions and effectively handle difficult situations within college guidelines and policies Ability to independently identify and problem solve; make decisions and follow through, identifying the resulting process improvement opportunities Ability to interact effectively with others to determine needs and resolve conflicts. Ability to fulfill duties outside of traditional hours Strong communication skills, which include the ability to write clearly and concisely. Regular, timely attendance is a requirement of this job Performs all duties while considering the impact of any actions on the college's sustainability initiatives in environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic prosperity PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree, or equivalent, in one of the disciplines within the division Ten years of experience in a field of study in a technical area Experience or familiarity with course schedule building and enrollment tracking Previous supervisory experience in higher education administration or leadership of career and technical programs Demonstrated ability to lead teams to implement strategic goals and initiatives effectively. Experience with budget management Previous experience with curriculum development, management, and assessments .
Working Conditions	Some evening and weekend hours are required in response to program needs.
Supervisory Postion?	Yes
Division	Business, Engineering and Technology (BET)
Department	Teaching and Learning Office - New

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	B470P
Number of Vacancies	1
Best Consideration Date	04/30/2025
Job Open Date	04/09/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	No
Job Category	Staff
Benefits Summary	Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs. As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only. Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor's degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelor's degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor's degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.
Applicant Instructions	*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment. HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits. Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).
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EEO Statement	Howard Community College ( HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.