Lassen Community College District

Susanville, CA 96130

Director of Continuing Education

Salary: $77,369.92 - $114,578.50

Close Date; 06/09/2025

Under the direction of the appropriate Dean of Instruction, the Director plans, organizes, coordinates, prioritizes, assists in recruitment, and directs the establishment, continuation, and expansion of the non-credit, adult education, dual enrollment, and community education programs. The Director coordinates the development of project/program objectives and ensures programs are properly implemented and in compliance with applicable Federal and State guidelines and District policies and procedures. This position is grant funded

Education and Experience

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or the equivalent. This position requires a minimum of 2 years responsible professional experience in education or management or a related field.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain existing programs and plans and executes the expansion of non-credit, adult education; develop and administer annual program budgets; and ensure compliance with District policies and applicable state and federal regulations related to non-credit, adult education.

• Coordinate opportunities for non-credit programming that enhance, augment or enrich academic instruction and follow up on development and expansion of non-credit and adult education in collaboration with instructors.

• Build and grow new and existing partnerships within the community, with an emphasis on employability within the corporate/industry/business environment through expanded offerings and responsiveness.

• Plan, organize, coordinate, and direct the operations and activities of the non-credit, adult education programs. Develop and implement appropriate methods and procedures to optimize efficient and effective delivery of services to students, and review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures.

• Provide guidance and input of non-credit courses and certification. Help shepherd non-credit and adult education courses through the curriculum process.

• Coordinate with fiscal office on budgets for CTE grants, non-credit, and adult education programs. Maintain fiscal and data reporting in NOVA for all appropriate programs, manage data entry into TopsPro as necessary and MIS data entry. Ensure all fiscal reporting mandates are met for CTE grants and CAEP.

• Assist with recruitment and advertising efforts for non-credit, adult education programs.

• Collaborate regularly with LMAE Consortium Lead regarding budget accuracy, state reporting requirements, and program plan strategies. Assist with planning, in coordination with LMAE Consortium Lead, LMAEC Consortium meetings and workshops, etc. as well as attend and participate in the meetings as needed.

• Interpret and apply program regulations and policies related to dual enrollment, non-credit, community education, and adult education.

• Act as the Test Administrator for the HiSET Program and assume duties as outlined in the HiSET Program manual.

• Maintain and use the regional website to promote consortium efforts in the development and expansion of adult education programs under the 5 CAEP Objectives and 7 CAEP program areas. In addition, use social media accounts such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to promote AE consortium activity.

• Work within the college’s Guided Pathways context to ensure appropriate pathways from adult education and non-credit programs, into credit programs. Facilitate and manage dual enrollment opportunities and career pathways for students enrolled in HSD/HSE adult education programs and high school students.

• Manage reporting, record keeping, and CCAP agreements with high school districts for dual enrollment in coordination with other campus employees

• Manage community services education program including recruitment, budgeting, administering policies, procedures, instructor support and all duties necessary for effective implementation of program goals.

• Other duties as assigned.

Diversity Statement

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff, students and the public.

• Knowledge of the history and culture of underrepresented groups and groups that have experienced discrimination.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures

• Budget preparation and control

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Assure compliance with Federal and state regulations and District policies and procedures

• Facilitate and coordinate the operations of program participation rates and practices

• Meet schedules and timelines

• Maintain a variety of reports, records, and files related to assigned activities

• Current computer software and equipment necessary for the daily operations of the programs

• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy

Abilities

• Implement project objectives and meet targeted goals

• Plan, organize, and direct the implementation of program activities

• Work with diverse populations

• Compile and verify data, and prepare reports

• Monitor and manage specialized budgets

• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures

• Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements, and restrictions

• Prepare and deliver oral presentations

• Supervise and direct assigned staff

• Evaluate staff including but not limited to educational staff

• Work independently with minimal direction

• On occasion, night and weekend work possible

Physical Demands

Position requires hearing, moderate lifting, bending and reaching above shoulder, sitting or standing for extended periods, speaking to exchange information and interview students, and dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer terminal and other office equipment

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Director of Continuing Education

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