Weekly Work Hours
40Compensation Range
Administrator Range E08Salary Minimum
$113,200.00 AnnuallyFLSA
United States of America (Exempt)Position Type
AdministratorPosition Summary
The Director of Experiential Learning provides oversite and development of a comprehensive process for assessing, verifying, and articulating experiential programs and employer partnerships necessary for Dallas College students or students in regional collaboratives to participate in experiential learning activities such paid/non-paid internships, pre-apprenticeships, and apprenticeships. Understands and applies all applicable federal, state, and local laws, policies, and guidelines governing experiential learning activities.
Leverages institutional resources and existing programs to achieve outcomes through experiential programs including community engaged learning, research, laboratory experiences, internships and cooperative education opportunities, service learning, and related opportunities.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the purpose of community colleges and the vision of Dallas College.
Experience managing change initiatives including knowledge and skill in process improvement, project planning, conflict resolution, team building, customer service, and data-based decision-making concepts.
Ability to identify and address opportunities and challenges that arise as a result of Dallas College’s current transition.
Demonstrated successful experience in the creation, development, or implementation of experiential learning.
Demonstrated successful experience building and maintaining relationships.
Experience with local, state, and federal workforce programs.
Experience in contextualization and alignment of career and technical education and continuing education curricula with industry- based knowledge, skills and abilities needed to obtain employment or industry recognized credentials.
Ability to analyze multi-layered problems and propose solutions.
Knowledge of best practices/trends in experiential learning success initiatives in higher education.
Knowledge of compliance with pertinent state and federal laws and regulations.
Knowledge of current research and policy recommendations as well as state and national initiatives designed to enhance experiential learning.
Experience in strategic planning, assessment of program(s) effectiveness, and development of guidelines to improve the educational and career outcomes for students.
Experience deploying data-informed and results oriented programs and supports.
Employ data-informed decision making and use predictive analytics.
Physical Requirements
Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required. Official transcripts required.
Three (3) years of progressive responsibility in an educational leadership role.
Three (3) years of experience working with external organizations to advance career connected learning strategies, including workforce-related programs.
Three (3) years of experience developing and managing career and continuing education programs.
Experience managing work groups and delivery structures that support the integration of career connected curriculum and experiences into credit and non-credit programs.
Bilingual or multilingual preferred.
***Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.***
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement a communication strategy in order to advance high-impact experiential learning as a signature element of a Dallas College education or with regional collaboratives.
Oversee the creation and delivery of programming to enhance experiential learning and its impact on student learning.
Promote faculty interest in and the development of experiential learning opportunities embedded in or as a co-curricular accompaniment to their courses.
Serve as a resource and advocate for faculty and staff with questions about best practices in experiential learning.
Develop, coordinate, and implement an experiential learning assessment plan, in collaboration with the Experiential Learning Assessment Coordinator.
Work with the designated representatives from the Schools of or with regional collaboratives to implement common procedures for effective assessment, review, and evaluation of experiential learning.
Work in collaboration with others to identify and pursue possible outside funding sources for experiential learning.
Work with staff to create opportunities for students to serve as peer mentors and facilitators for experiential learning, following best practices in peer mentorship.
Oversee the work of the Experiential Learning Assessment Coordinator or of regional coaches.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.
Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.
Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.