Director - Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of Iowa

JOB GOAL:

To advance the college's mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

The Director will provide educational leadership for all concurrent enrollment programs and services at the Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of Iowa and advocate for all Johnson County area concurrent enrollment students in all formats. The role requires ongoing collaboration with the Kirkwood K-12 Partnership Team, Facilities, Operations, Academic, and Student Service departments, Continuing Education, partnering school districts, and community stakeholders.

The work schedule for this position will be Monday through Friday daytime hours with occasional nights and weekends.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:

Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence. Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions. Champion Service- anticipating needs and creating a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.Perseverance- a commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence.DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Regular and consistent attendance at the regional center and campus meetings where applicable.Manage professional relationships with local high schools, appropriate business, agency, and community organizations and individuals within the Kirkwood Regional Center service area. Hire, supervise, support, and conduct performance appraisal for Center staff and adjunct instructors.Collaborate and assist with annual building room scheduling and rental requests that are made with the Facilities room scheduler. Serve as budget officer for Regional Center and related programming: manage budget allocations and authorize/approve expenditures.Communicate with the Facilities and Operations Division about ongoing building related concerns and maintenance needs. Assist with student services for concurrent enrollment students such as: student advising, student orientation, enrollment, student development, student life, ADA Case Management, financial aid, and career development.Collaborate with all academic and student service departments.Provide general oversight of the Kirkwood Regional Center Partnership and its partnership team.Develop and implement department goals and monitor their achievement. Contribute to the effective implementation of program standards set by state and accrediting organizations.Provide support to the facilities, equipment and material needs of instructional programs. Assist in formulating and implementing marketing and communication plans.Collaborate with Dean of Students to facilitate student discipline and academic integrity issues. Collaborate with the Workplace Learning Connection for outreach to partnering school districts.Serve as an active member of the community, especially education-related boards and committees.Serve on college committees; participate in training and professional development opportunities.Visit classrooms with ongoing support and growth of students and faculty.Coordinate requested and approved facility events and tours.Perform other related work duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

Be able and willing to represent the College in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve.Must be a self-motivated, energetic and creative with proven leadership, planning, and project management skills.Be able to manage multi-faceted projects from start to finish with little oversight.Express oneself clearly and effectively in oral and written form.Must have own transportation to travel to other Kirkwood facilities, businesses and agencies to meet with college and community personnel and clients in Linn County.Above average knowledge of personal computers, general office equipment and educational media equipment.Assume responsibility; deal effectively with problems and exercise independent judgment when making decisions while upholding Kirkwood and other program policies, procedures and compliance requirements.Establish and maintain good working relationships with colleagues, staff, administrators, clients and general public.Possess strong human relations skills. Ability to get along with diverse populations.Possess knowledge of career trends and essential employment skills that assist the department in meeting the needs of the current and future work force.Possess excellent conceptual and planning skills and be able to relate well with other professional educators within the college and at partner high schools.Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.Must have a minimum of five years successful full-time related work experience in an educational setting.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in education.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:

Master's degree in Education or Higher Education from an accredited institution of higher education.Prior teaching experience at the secondary or post-secondary level.Experience working in higher education.Knowledge of Senior Year Plus and experience working with concurrent enrollment.EEO/AA STATEMENT:It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, , , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO , Telephone: FAX: , TDD Email: .WHY KIRKWOOD:
Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life.Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.