Director of Heart River Career and Technical Center Education

2023-2024 School year; 260 contract days

Location: Mandan Public School District

Salary: $114,200 - $129,772 DOE

Position Summary:

Under general supervision, directs the MPS Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs; directs staff, programs, operations, schedules, regulatory compliance, administrative functions, and budgets.

Essential Functions:

1. Directs Career & Technical Education (CTE) student programs, including agriculture, automotive, business, construction, health, technology, engineering, welding, and other specialty study programs; exercises independent judgment within broad policy guidelines; provides leadership, direction, and guidance in CTE program administration and policies for compliance with accrediting agencies.
2. Directs CTE Department operations to maintain effective and efficient specialty programs for coordinated plans of study; assures compliance with federal and state regulations, North Dakota Department of Career and Technical Education standards, and Center policies.
3. Manages CTE staff, develops priorities, and assigns tasks and projects; develops staff skills, training plans, and cross-training of program staff; meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve priorities, workload, special assignments, problems, staff development, and technical issues.
4. Manages CTE staff performance, productivity, and continuous improvement of the program operations.
5. Monitors programs, program results, accreditation, and student records; researches grant funding opportunities.
6. Plans, organizes, and conducts community outreach programs, community events, and discussion groups to promote CTE programs.
7. Analyzes financial information on CTE operations; reviews and monitors status reports and budgets, and recommends appropriate actions; effectively communicates program compliance issues.
8. Monitors and evaluates CTE classes, and assures that the teaching and training activities meet quality and safety standards.
9. Assures the effective allocation and utilization of resources; manages contracts for special services.
10. Manages purchase and inventory of CTE equipment, materials, and supplies.
11. Supports the relationship between member school districts and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients, visitors, and Center staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and District information; follows compliance rules governing child abuse; performs related duties as required or assigned.

Reports to:

• Heart River CTE Board
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, or related field; AND five years experience in an educational environment, including some experience with CTE; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge of:

• Center organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
• Federal and state policies, rules, and regulations governing the conduct and safety of student programs and facilities in an educational environment, including the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction, Department of Career and Technical Education, Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act, and other governing and accrediting agencies.
• North Dakota workforce employment data and trends.
• Purpose, use, and benefits of CTE programs and activities.
• Legal liabilities and responsibilities for CTE program staff.
• Local community resources, regional community services programs, and regional training programs.
• Techniques and practices for efficient and cost effective management of resources.
• Principles and practices of administrative management, including personnel rules, cost accounting, budgets, payroll, purchasing, planning, contracting, records management, and project management.
• Safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards, and safety precautions in public facilities.

Skill in:

• Interpreting and applying CTE program standards, applicable federal and state rules and regulations, and MPS policies and procedures.
• Coordinating and administering educational, support, and student services for CTE specialty programs for coordinated plans of study, in compliance with accrediting agencies.
• Promoting and enforcing safety standards and practices.
• Using courtesy and respect in interactions with students, athletes and parents.
• Identifying problems and opportunities, and developing solutions.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Researching, collecting, analyzing, and preparing data; and generating reports.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Planning, organizing, and coordinating the work of assigned staff and work groups.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers, public officials, and representatives from other regional agencies.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
A valid North Dakota State Driver’s License is required. Teacher/Educator certification from North Dakota Department of Career and Technical Education is required, and CTE Administration Credential is required from the North Dakota Department of Career and Technical Education.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a standard office environment.

Application Procedures
Please attach a resume to your electronic application. All application material must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date. Application form and resume should demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that are needed to meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Applications should include information which directly addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and summary of work. It is very important to be thorough and detailed on all your application materials.

Employment requires satisfactory completion of the interview process and verifiable record of satisfactory performance in previous employment.

A state and federal background check will be conducted on the final candidate.