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State of Colorado Assistant Program Director - Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Energy Education in Denver, Colorado
Assistant Program Director - Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Energy Education
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Assistant Program Director - Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Energy Education
Salary
$69,000.00 - $77,400.00 Annually
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
GJA-297990-04172024-NMC
Department
Colorado Community College System
Opening Date
04/19/2024
Closing Date
5/3/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address
9101 E Lowry Blvd Denver, CO 80230
Department Contact Information
Nikki Cimino jobs@cccs.edu
Type of Announcement
This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
How To Apply
Online applications through the Colorado Jobs portal will not be accepted. Please follow instructions on the job announcement for submitting an application.
Description
Benefits
Department Information
To apply:https://schooljobs.com/careers/cccs/systemoffice
Description of Job
The Colorado Community College System (CCCS) is hiring an Assistant Program Director to join our Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Energy Education Career & Technical Education (CTE) team at System Office. In this role you will supervise and manage the operation and logistical support for a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) that fosters leadership abilities in students. You will assist the Program Director – Agriculture in providing leadership, expertise, and coordination that promotes excellence in Career & Technical Education programs at the secondary and postsecondary levels. We’re looking for someone who has a “servant leader” mentality and has worked with student organizations in previous roles. If you’re looking for an opportunity where you can help grow future leaders in agriculture education, this position may be for you!
The Colorado Community College System’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) team serves approximately 2,000 CTE programs at the middle, high school, and postsecondary level across Colorado, including approximately 179 school districts, 20 community colleges, and public entities such as the Department of Corrections. CTE leverages workforce and education systems so that each learner has quality CTE experiences leading to lifelong career success. For more information, please visit our CTE Vision (http://coloradostateplan.com/cte-strategic-vision/) page.
We offer exceptional benefits (https://internal.cccs.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits/) , a flexible working environment, including hybrid-remote work schedules within the state of Colorado, and a strong work/life balance.
Duties Include:
The Assistant Program Director provides leadership and expertise in the development and coordination of CTSO curriculum and assists with the development of advisory committees and student organizations. They coordinator trainings and mentoring opportunities for the Colorado FFA State Officer team, FFA Advisors, and FFA stakeholders. They assist in the development of quality agriculture programs through the development of the three-circle model. The Assistant Program Director also provides liaison activities with the National FFA Organization Finally, the Assistant Director promotes and implements initiatives as outlined in the Colorado CTE and CCCS Strategic Plans.
Manage the day-to-day operations of the CTSO: membership, finances, official records, policies and procedures, and guidelines in accordance with the CTSO’s constitution and bylaws.
Supervise, manage, and train the state leadership team that is composed of student officers and adult advisors.
Establish, implement, and manage the process for logistical support for state conferences, officer training, and other leadership events including, but not limited to contracts, registration, content management systems, and competitive events.
Provide statewide technical assistance to local chapter advisors in establishing and strengthening their CTSO as an integral part of their CTE program.
Mentor new teachers and assist with growing student organization participation with focus on expanding leadership skills.
Serve as a team member with other CTSO State Advisors/Assistant Program Directors to plan, promote, and support combined CTSO activities such as, but not limited to Legislative Day, Officer Leadership Training, and the SCCOES Presentation.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Bachelor’s degree (additional related work experience can substitute year for year in lieu of a degree).
Two years of experience that includes:
Experience with student organizations (CTSOs preferred).
Experience in conference planning and coordination.
Experience working in a secondary or postsecondary environment (teaching experience preferred).
Supplemental Information
Attributes that will contribute to success in this position:
Ability to effectively work as a team with the Program Director and Program Assistant.
Ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks and to meet deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Strong attention to detail.
Functional knowledge of financial management such as budgeting, profit and loss statements, revenues, and expenses.
Ability to share knowledge by responding to questions and providing training to others.
Willingness to make a professional commitment through participation in professional conferences and workshops.
Knowledge and understanding of leadership development.
Ability to work with learners of all ages.
Work Location/Travel Expectations:
The position is located at 9101 E Lowry Blvd, Denver, CO 80230.
This position requires the ability to travel statewide with occasional national travel to meetings and conferences. Frequent evening, overnight, and weekend hours.
Alternative Work Arrangements, including flexible schedules and remote work, may be available. Work must be completed in the state of Colorado.
The Colorado Community College System is the state’s largest institution of higher education and consists of 13 colleges and over 40 locations across the state, educating approximately 120,000 students annually. In addition, we train more than 4,000 Coloradans each year through various other programs. Our mission is to provide an accessible, responsive learning environment where our students can achieve their educational, professional, and personal goals in an atmosphere that embraces academic excellence, diversity, and innovation. We are an organization that encourages individuals to bring their whole selves to work.
CCCS believes when all human qualities are regarded with dignity and respect and when everyone has access to the individualized support they need, all will have the opportunity to thrive. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
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