Program Manager I | Montgomery College - Military Veterans

Job Description Montgomery College, Rockville, has an immediate need for a Full-time Program Manager I for the Lifelong Learning Institute in the Community Ed & Extended Learning Services area. The work schedule, while flexible, is basically from 9:00 am - 5:30 pm, Monday - Friday, to include early evening or evenings as needed and rare weekend activity. This is a Non-Bargaining Status, Exempt, Grade 27 position. Montgomery College promotes and creates a working and learning environment rooted in the basic tenets of fairness, belonging, and inclusiveness. This position is currently eligible for telework no more than 1 day a week. This eligibility is subject to change based on the needs of the unit. Duties include but are not limited to: Identify community needs and develop/maintain partnerships for selected service and resources. Schedule, assign, inspect and review work of assigned staff to ensure work is performed according to established standards. Conduct instructor recruitment/interviewing and make recommendations to hire; generate contract letters. Monitor and evaluate teacher effectiveness and student success. Evaluate courses, curriculum and programs. Develop and manage the annual WD&CE budget, price programs and negotiate contracts; submit program projections for annual budget. Analyze program data to establish enrollment and budget projections. Develop quality assurance methodology to evaluate/measure quality and financial viability of programs. Respond to problems and inquiries on technical/educational issues. Perform initial problem determination/identification and resolve and/or develop alternative resolutions. Analyze and report on progress toward financial/enrollment targets. Meet with representatives of County businesses and organizations to assess needs, plan training, negotiate contracts, and develop/maintain association and/or relationship. Solicit and evaluate course proposals, reviews syllabi/materials, schedule and prices courses. Oversee logistics for effective course delivery. Evaluate teacher effectiveness and student success and satisfaction, review evaluations and student feedback and retention. Advise students on appropriate course selection. Initiate new programs and respond to RFPs. Submit program progress reports to appropriate individuals. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in education, educational technology, computer science, or related field, or the equivalent combination of education, training, certification and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and expertise to perform the essential functions of the job may be considered. Three years of related experience including two years of program leadership/management experience. Experience with workforce development programs, management, best practices and emerging trends. Training in communications, marketing, program supervision, leadership, writing, public speaking, project management, and instructional design and/or teaching strategies. Ability to analyze and draft contract terms and agreements, policies and procedures. Excellent leadership, presentation, organization and customer service skills, as well as the ability to lead, instruct, train, guide and motivate others. Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, project management software, familiarity with computer hardware and peripheral devices. Communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) and follow written and verbal instructions. Plan and organize work initiatives to successfully accomplish goals and objectives. Work independently as well as with multiple teams (including academic and IT teams). Eligible applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree Cover Letter with application encouraged Hiring Range: $63,375-$82,376/annually. Initial salary placement for new hires falls between the minimum and midpoint of the range and is based on relevant candidate experience and internal equity. The maximum salary for this position is $101,377. Application Process: Click Here to apply online Initial salary placement is based on internal equity and relevant candidate experience. Please include a complete resume/application including all relevant or related experience. Online applications must be received by March 3, 2025. For consideration, you must: Include dates of employment in your application or attachment. For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, must be included in your application. As a condition of employment, the following are required at the time of hire: Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable). Participation in a Maryland State Retirement System plan (Pension or Optional Retirement Plan, depending on the position). If you are already retired from the Maryland State Retirement System, you may not enroll in a Maryland State Retirement System plan at Montgomery College and may have earn ings restrictions, per state law. Our benefits package includes: generous paid vacation, sick, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, group legal benefits, professional development, retirement plan, educational assistance, tuition waiver for employee and dependents, wellness programming including onsite gyms, pools and classes. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at 240-567-5353 or HRSTM@montgomerycollege.edu . We require at least two weeks advance notice to enable us to provide the requested accommodation. Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff. Montgomery College is a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace. Closing Date Tuesday, February 18, 2025