Manager, Accelerated Training

Job Description

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.

Essential Functions

• 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 (on-campus and off-campus) within a specified region of TSTC’s statewide footprint.
• Oversee operating budgets and monitor expenditures of funds budgeted for the projects for which they are responsible.
• Collaborate with industry partners to develop and implement training programs.
• Steward and maintain relationships with individuals and stakeholders responsible for business and industry in the state of Texas, including Workforce Investment Boards, economic development corporations, City Chambers, community colleges, the Texas Workforce Commission, employers, and industry and professional associations, as it relates to specific contracted training projects.
• Exercise strong organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring accurate, timely, and efficient project completion. This includes managing multiple contracts and projects simultaneously, prioritizing effectively, maintaining structured processes, and delivering high-quality results efficiently.
• Exhibit a strong aptitude for collaborating across departments and functions to achieve shared goals and maximize impact.

Education & Experience

• Required: Associates Degree in related field; Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree, except in cases where a specific degree is required to meet accreditation standards, licensure requirements, or other legislative or regulatory obligations.
• Required: 1 year of required management or leadership experience in business or industry.
• Required: 4 years required experience with managing budgets, comprehensive projects, and knowledge of evaluation methods.
• Required: 3 years required demonstrated ability in project management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prioritized: Associates Degree in related field; Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree, except in cases where a specific degree is required to meet accreditation standards, licensure requirements, or other legislative or regulatory obligations.
• Prioritized: 2 year of required management or leadership experience in business or industry.
• Prioritized: 5 years required experience with managing budgets, comprehensive projects, and knowledge of evaluation methods.
• Prioritized: 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.
• Persuasive, High-energy, initiative-taking self-starter.
• 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.
• Analytical Thinking: Applies critical thinking and analytical skills to evaluate complex issues and make informed decisions.
• Leadership: Team leadership skills, with the ability to manage, mentor, and develop staff and provide strategic guidance, inspire teams, and drive results. Ability to work independently and assume decision-making responsibilities - planning, execution, completion, and monitoring.
• 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. Flexibility in adjusting schedules and accommodating shifting demands.

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.
• Able 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).
• This position is not ORP eligible.

Note

This job description is intended to provide an overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and requirements. This role may be assigned additional duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary by the supervisor or institution.