Associate Director of Technology Programs

Company: Charter Oak State College
Location: New Britain
Posted on: February 4, 2025

Job Description:

Details:Posted: January 31, 2025Level: Associate DirectorHours: Full-time, 40 hours per weekClosing Date: The committee will begin review of applications immediately. Applications must be submitted by 4:00pm (EST) on February 28, 2025.Location:185 Main Street New Britain, CT 06051**This position is a remote work position with minimal travel to the main office in New Britain.**Position Summary:The Associate Director of Technology Programs oversees various aspects of program development, improvement, and administration within the Business and Technology department. This role primarily focuses on the Software Development major while also assisting and coordinating other technology majors. Responsibilities include curriculum design, faculty recruitment, student advising, admissions support, marketing collaboration, assessment development, employer engagement, course scheduling, and program expansion planning.Example of Job Duties:The following examples of duties illustrate the general range of tasks assigned to the position but are not intended to define the limits of required duties. Other essential duties may be assigned consistent with the general scope of the position.

• In collaboration with industry, design, and redesign courses for the Software Development degree program.
• Assist in faculty recruitment by identifying needs, conducting interviews, and making recommendations.
• Collaborate with the Advising Department to establish advising guidelines and facilitate pursuit of external certificates/credentials.
• Develop recruitment materials such as PowerPoint presentations and FAQs for Admission Department sessions.
• Work with the Marketing Department to enhance the Software Development major webpage and related materials.
• Establish assessment measures for all technology programs, ensuring both direct and indirect evaluation methods.
• Engage local employers to create internship opportunities for all technology majors and explore Credit for Prior Learning options.
• Foster partnerships with K-12 institutions for dual enrollment opportunities.
• Review course designs for all technology programs in the Business and Technology Department.
• Participate in the recruitment process for faculty within other technology disciplines.
• Establish assessment measures for technology majors, ensuring comprehensive evaluation.
• Coordinate with local employers to promote internship opportunities across technology programs.
• Initiate planning for potential new technology degrees or upgrades to existing programs.
• Perform all required administrative functions including but not limited to course scheduling, bookstore support requests, and other administrative functions as required.Minimum Qualifications:Incumbents must possess proven ability to effectively work with a culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and students. They are expected to have excellent oral and written communication skills along with strong information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.). Incumbents are required to have demonstrated advanced knowledge and abilities in the following:
  • Master's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Information Technology, or Cyber Security.
  • Experience in curriculum design and program development within a higher education setting using Blackboard.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Proficiency in project management and organizational skills.Preferred Qualifications:
    • A minimum of 10 years progressive experience with at least five (5) years of senior management experience.
    • A minimum of seven (7) years online teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level using Blackboard.
    • Experience with faculty recruitment and hiring processes.
    • Familiarity with accreditation standards and assessment practices in higher education.
    • Knowledge of industry trends and practices in technology fields.
    • Experience in marketing or recruitment activities for academic programs.Application Instructions:To apply, you must submit a cover letter and resume. The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume.Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered.Selection Procedure:Following the closing date, application materials will be evaluated by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be limited to those applicants who are best qualified based on the minimum and preferred qualifications and who have submitted all the required documents by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement.
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