Associate Vice Chancellor, Work-Based Learning and Industry Partnerships

Job Summary

Responsible for the development, facilitation, monitoring, evaluation, and expansion of work-based learning programming including apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, industry-led training, and work-based learning programming, training, and opportunities.

Executive level staff at HCC are system-wide leaders that share the responsibility to collaboratively support the one-college vision articulated in our strategic plan – Embracing Houston’s Future – with college strategic priorities as measurable manifestations of our shared Mission, Vision, and Values.

Responsible for the design, execution, and effectiveness of a system of internal controls, which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient, assets, are safeguarded; financial information is reliable and compliant with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Manages Talent Engagement activities for direct reports in regards to: recruiting and selection, hiring and termination, training, development, mentoring, counseling, and performance evaluations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Serve as liaison between the College and Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, Texas Workforce Commission Office of Apprenticeship, unions, trade associations, and employers with apprenticeship programs or seeking to start an apprenticeship program with the college.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Career and Job Placement Services, the PLA Department, and Financial Aid to build and implement work-based learning programming.

Research, monitor, and analyze financial, technological, and demographic factors to determine markets for apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programming across multiple industry sectors.

Work in tandem with College Readiness to develop strong collaborations with local ISDs, governmental agencies, higher education institutions, industry and business organizations to promote student success.

Develop/present new business growth strategies/methods for increasing sales to new and current clients.

Liaison with community to build relationships with college constituencies and underrepresented communities 

Conduct business and industry outreach to establish and expand opportunities for work-based learning such as apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programming in collaboration with the Centers of Excellence.

Seek funding opportunities through public and private granting entities to expand and enhance apprenticeship programming at the institution.

Collaborate with Deans, Department Chairs, and Program Coordinators and the Workforce Research and Development AVC on developing new work-based learning opportunities such as internships, apprenticeship, and pre-apprenticeship programming.

Oversee and manage institutional compliance related to all apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programming.

Develop strategic plans to expand apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programming as well as develop a pipeline and pathway for ISDs, the College and four-year institute partners.

Ensure work-based learning and apprenticeship program offerings meet all the policies and procedures pertinent to HCCS guidelines and those of apprenticeship programs, federal, state guidelines, and trade associations.

Manage compliance and provide technical assistance in the development and timely renewal of instructional apprenticeship programming contracts and training agreements with internal and external stakeholders.

Develop and manage department level budget and additional funding streams.

Deliver professional development to internal stakeholders on various aspects of apprenticeship programs (value add, development of, enrollment, etc.)

Oversee the process for administration of student registration, admission, and tuition for apprenticeship students in collaboration with the college Student Services procedures and state apprenticeship registration guidelines.

Monitor training contracts and maintain a database to provide a system-wide monthly statistical reports on performance metrics, including enrollment, net revenue, retention, completion, business contracts and training agreements.

Responsible for business development of funding proposals and applications in support of apprenticeship program expansions.

Monitor and evaluate the delivery of apprenticeship training and workforce education ensuring process uniformity, and quality of programs and services.

Quality control administration of all apprenticeship curriculum in each program meets or exceeds national standards.

Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience         

         ·  Master’s degree in Education, Business, or a related field.

         ·  8 years direct job-related experience required, including 5 years of supervisory experience, overseeing registered and industry apprenticeship programs.

         ·  Teaching Experience Preferred          

Licensing & Certification

         ·  Valid Texas Driver License

         ·  Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred

Special Skills    

         ·  MS Office Programs

         ·  Information Management Systems

         ·  Budget Management

         ·  Department of Labor, Trade Associations, and Union Procedures and Protocols

         ·  Familiarity with RAPIDS System         

Competencies 

         ·  Acting as a Champion for Change

         ·  Thinking like an Entrepreneur

         ·  Driving for Results

         ·  Leveraging Opportunities

         ·  Setting a Strategic Vision

         ·  Attracting & Developing Talent

         ·  Inspiring & Motivating Others

         ·  Acting Strategically

         ·  Demonstrating Beliefs & Principals

         ·  Managing Resources

Working Conditions

General Office.  Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner.  Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements.  May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

SECURITY SENSITIVE:  This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215