Central Oregon Community College

Position Title Executive Director Center for Business, Industry & Professional Development (CBIPD) Classification Title Administrator Grade Level 28 Starting Wage/Salary $77,052 - $88,000 plus exceptional benefits Revision Date 08/01/2023 Position Type/Employee Class Administrative FTE 1.0 Contract Months 12 Overtime Eligible Exempt Location Bend Hybrid Remote Work Eligible? No CLICK https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/35/docs/162193.pdf TO VIEW BENEFITS & PERKS Primary Purpose Provide strategic direction and administrative oversight of the Center for Business, Industry, and Professional Development, which includes short-term and customized workforce trainings and professional development opportunities, as well as leadership of the Small Business Development Center, pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs, and selected manufacturing and advanced technology programs. The Executive Director will work with local and regional businesses and industries, economic and workforce development agencies, as well as other key stakeholders, to ensure COCC is responsive to the training needs of Central Oregon employers, employees, and job-seekers wanting to improve their skills. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Leadership and Development: • Provide leadership for an expanded vision for CBIPD in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of COCC. • Provide leadership for long-term planning for CBIPD. • Explore, propose, and develop new non-credit training opportunities that meet regional workforce needs, including apprenticeship, manufacturing, and technology. • Continuously assess regional workforce training needs through networking with regional leaders and participation in regional and state economic and workforce development entities and other professional development opportunities. • In collaboration with CBIPD staff and business and industry stakeholders, develop and consistently offer a robust slate of workforce training programs for our region, with emphasis on expanding offerings to more rural and underserved populations. • Create and monitor key performance indicators for CBIPD. Develop and implement strategies for improvement. • Foster a supportive team environment that motivates and develops staff members. • Model and maintain high standards and performance expectations. • Engage and advocate for CBIPD with community stakeholders and College leadership. Administrative and Operational Duties: • Supervision and evaluation of the assistant director Small Business Development Center, apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship staff, program managers, and administrative assistants. Manage overall budget and operations, performing duties as they pertain to the overall position objectives. • Ensure ongoing training opportunities that meet the needs of the region and ensures optimum use of departmental time and resources. • Ensure coherence regarding training schedules, offerings, and delivery. • Engage with community as appropriate. • Participate in College initiatives and teams, as appropriate. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies. • Knowledge of and skills in leadership, decision-making, interpersonal communication, and problem solving. • Skills in innovation and entrepreneurship. • Knowledge of and experience with prior business ownership experience or high-level management experience. • Ability to be responsive and adaptable to rapidly changing circumstances in a fast-paced environment. • Skills in creating effective team environment. • Knowledge of and best practice skills in programming, events, training and new program development. • Knowledge of and experience in finance and business operations. • Knowledge of and skills in the practices of diversity, equity, and inclusion. • Skills in organization, management, public relations and conflict resolution. • Skills in public speaking, program promotion, supervision and professional development. • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using the English language with or without the use of an interpreter. • Ability to cooperate with and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas and/or experience. • Willingness to participate in in evening and weekend events. • Knowledge of and experience with business consulting or advising. Ergonomic Requirements Working hours are typically Monday through Friday, 8 am – 5 pm (Wednesdays until 6 pm); occasional evening and weekend hours required, as work schedule changes based on work requirements. Computer screen work 50 percent of the time. Work is performed in an ordinary office, mostly sitting with extended standing and some lifting under ten pounds. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Minimum Requirements Education: • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Finance, Marketing, Business Communication or related field. Experience: • Four years of experience in management, marketing and finance, or equivalent high-level experience in a corporate environment, to include financial planning, marketing, business development, accounting systems, and personnel administration/supervision. • Two years’ work experience developing external partnerships and/or developing new programs. Equivalency Statement The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process. Preferred Qualifications Education: • MBA or master’s in related field. Experience: • Experience in a Small Business Development Center or other program funded by the US. • Experience in the Small Business Administration or the Oregon Business Development Department. • Experience in the manufacturing field or another skilled trade. EEO Statement The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211. This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3. In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting. Required Documents 1. Resume/Vitae 2. Cover Letter 3. College Transcript 1 (unofficial) Optional Documents 1. Letter of Recommendation 1 2. Letter of Recommendation 2 3. College Transcript 2 (unofficial) 4. US Military DD 214 To apply: https://apptrkr.com/4589572