Manager, Accelerated Training

About the role

The Manager, Accelerated Training is responsible for developing, implementing, and administering training programs for external partners. This position will deploy programs that generate profitable revenue and meet the needs of area industries. The Manager, Accelerated Training has the overall responsibility for supervising, budgeting, and directing the implementation and establishment of non-credit projects within their assigned region of the state.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students, and members of the community.
• Manage the development, marketing, supervision, coordination, and execution of all training and instructional activities for customized grant and/or contract training while collaborating with industry partners.
• Oversee operating budgets and monitor expenditures of funds budgeted for the projects for which they are responsible.
• Coordinate employment documents for customized training projects and supervise trainers/instructors and administrative staff that are assigned to those active projects and contracts.
• Steward and maintain relationships with individuals and stakeholders responsible for business and industry in the state of Texas.
• Exercise strong organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring accurate, timely, and efficient project completion.
• Exhibit a strong aptitude for collaborating across departments and functions to achieve shared goals and maximize impact.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in a related field; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 1 year of required management or leadership experience in business or industry.
• Demonstrated successful ability in business, education, and/or training with knowledge of workforce development and instructional programs.
• 4 years required experience with managing budgets, comprehensive projects, and knowledge of evaluation methods.
• 3 years required demonstrated ability in project management.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of required management or leadership experience in business or industry.
• 5 years required experience with managing budgets, comprehensive projects, and knowledge of evaluation methods.
• 4 years required demonstrated ability in project management.

Skills & Competencies

• Relationship Building: Proven track record in establishing and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders to advance organizational goals.
• Self-Motivated: Exhibits proactive initiative and a strong work ethic, consistently taking ownership of tasks and working independently to contribute to organizational success.
• Problem-Solving: Identifies, analyzes, and resolves problems and challenges to drive continuous improvement and innovation with strong critical thinking abilities.
• Financial Management: Demonstrates proficiency in financial management principles and effectively allocates resources to achieve desired outcomes.
• Leadership: Team leadership skills, with the ability to manage, mentor, and develop staff and provide strategic guidance, inspire teams, and drive results.
• Customer Service and Teamwork: Commitment to customer service and teamwork demonstrated through proactive engagement and effective collaboration with stakeholders.
• Effective Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with clarity, influence, and impact across various internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Higher Education: Strong understanding of higher education and workforce development landscape.
• Adaptability and Flexibility: Adapt to changing priorities, work in a fast-paced environment, and handle unexpected situations with poise.

Work Environment & Additional Information

This is an on-campus position that requires employees to be physically present at a campus location at least three days per week. This role may require occasional travel to different office locations and events. Ability to perform essential physical tasks such as sitting, standing, walking, lifting, or other job-specific movements as needed. Flexibility to work outside regular business hours as needed. This position is full time, requiring a standard 40-hour work week. This role is classified as salaried, exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The anticipated salary range for this position will be $64-67k plus full state benefits. Salary will be determined based upon background and experience.