Associate Program Lead - Automotive

Are you someone who strives for excellence, values accountability, provides the best service, all while reflecting unwavering integrity? Our talented team members across the state follow the behaviors, beliefs and outcomes of these core values to ensure that our vision is met. If you're ready to join the TSTC family and make great memories please complete our application process.

The Associate Program Lead, operating under the broader umbrella of TSTC's mission, plays a pivotal role in facilitating faculty-student relationships, ensuring that the program achieves its performance outcomes. The Associate Program Lead reports to the Program Team Lead and the campus Provost offices. This role requires a strategic balance of leadership prowess, humanity, and rigorous performance focus. The Associate Program Lead, while managing some responsibilities of the Program Team Lead, will predominantly focus on supporting the program's leadership. The role also encompasses coordination with cross-functional departments to promote TSTC's mission.

Essential Functions:

Team Support & Coordination:

• Cultivate trust, respect, and empathy within the faculty, student body, and industry partners.

• Provide support to the Program Team Lead in the recruitment and development of qualified faculty members.

• Collaborate actively with faculty and faculty teams for better engagement and to ensure the achievement of organizational goals.

• Facilitate a culture of feedback, promoting trust, accountability, and commitment.

Program Assistance:

• Aid in the program's marketing efforts in sync with campus and statewide campaigns.

• Engage faculty in student recruitment and represent the program during stakeholder interactions.

Student-Focused Initiatives:

• Assist in monitoring student performance metrics, coordinating with faculty for evaluations.

• Collaborate on the management of student and faculty grievance processes with shared service providers and local leadership.

Industrial Relations & Trends:

• Support the Program Team Lead in coordinating with local industrial employers.

• Participate in local industrial employer councils and workshops, ensuring curriculum alignment with industry shifts.

• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies.

Management & Resource Coordination:

• Assist in managing program resources related to recruiting, safety, and course scheduling.

• Work alongside the Program Team Lead in budget development and operational budget management.

• Collaborate on curriculum development, emphasizing industry relevance and alignment with TSTC's mission.

Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Experience in a competency-based learning environment with a focus on student success.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population.

• Familiarity with technology-driven educational platforms.

• Understanding of leading a team and student-focused instructional support.

• Proven capability to work effectively with at-risk students.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in team support or an assistant leadership role.

• Familiarity with distance learning and adult learners.

• Insight into Change Management.

• 2-3 years of experience in a similar educational environment.

• Demonstrated organizational skills with a focus on project management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to support and guide a team in a relational leadership framework.

• Familiarity with stakeholders within the related program discipline.

• Relevant credentials from an accredited institution pertinent to the program.

• Experience in driving initiatives and organizational strategies.

At Texas State Technical College, we recognize the value our employees bring to our institution. As part of our commitment to transparency and fairness, we provide competitive and equitable compensation packages.

The Target Hiring Range is

The final salary offer will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

TSTC Employee Perks

• Paid State Holidays.

• Employer Paid Healthcare.

• Employee & Dependent Education Program.

• Retirement Plan Program.

• Discount Program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at TSTC.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.