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Job Title: Director of K-16 and Strategic Initiatives

Organization/School: Thaddeus Stevens College

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Description: Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology seeks a Director of K-16 and Strategic Initiatives to provide strategic oversight and leadership to the College’s efforts to help Pennsylvania students make a successful transition to college, careers, and life beyond. The Director of K-16 and Strategic Initiatives will develop and implement a cohesive strategy for K-16 partnerships and a unified approach to organizational identity, branding and outreach materials, to align priorities and communications among internal and external stakeholders and partners in the college access and success sector.

The Director of K-16 and Strategic Initiatives will strategically build new and existing high-quality programs that create innovative pathways for young Pennsylvanians to envision and achieve success. While the programs address a diverse set of needs, they all aim to improve success rates and ease the transition from K-12 schools to college and careers.

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology’s K-16 and Strategic Initiatives support the College’s mission and commitment to meeting the higher education needs of low income, historically under-represented students, resulting in immediate employment at a sustaining wage, supporting the growth and strength of business and industry across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

In collaboration with the executive leadership team, establish and support goals, strategies, and processes for the long-term success of the Office of K-16 and Strategic Initiatives.
Provide strategic advice and counsel to the executive leadership team on partnerships and engagement activities, ensure that priorities and areas of focus are appropriately set, and ensure that all programs have sustainable funding plans.
Engage internal and external stakeholders, including campus leaders, community partners, and others to ensure that the programs within the Office of K-16 and Strategic Initiatives have needed resources, polices and support.
Oversee and manage the College’s STEM truck; including scheduling of visits, coordinating of instructors, and facilitating and ensuring equipment, supplies and activities are prepared.
Support employer engagement to implement career pathways for students and graduates.
Plan, organize, perform, integrate, and evaluate programs, services, and pathway activities.
Guide K-16 program leaders as they develop new, innovative strategies to drive program improvements through partnerships; evaluate potential partnerships for both feasibility and alignment with short & long-term goals.
Develop K-16 brand identity among key stakeholders, including students and families, college leaders and faculty, education thought leaders, donors, elected officials, community partners.
Identify and maximize opportunities for engagement in conversations on equity, education reform, and other critical issues affecting K-16 programs and students.
Develop written materials to support increased awareness of the Office of K-16 and Strategic Initiatives.
Manage cross-functional projects and ensure that all assigned deliverables are completed with the highest quality and on time.
Lead strategy and planning for all programs within K-16 Initiatives.
Lead planning for and implementation of pilots and other new programming within the Office of K-16 and Strategic Initiatives.
Lead Office of K-16 and Strategic Initiatives meetings and events.
Working with the Development Office, finding new sources of funding for current and future programs and recognizing donors and volunteers who support these initiatives.
Oversee program budgeting and budget management for all programs within the Office of K-16 and Strategic Initiatives.
Write reports for internal and external audiences with regards to activities and accomplishments in Office of K-16 and Strategic Initiatives.
Ensure programmatic excellence by monitoring and evaluating student achievement, staff performance, financial resource management, and enrollment/participation patterns across all programs.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities:

A demonstrated knowledge and expertise of issues related to college readiness, transition, and success, particularly for low-income and minority youth.
Broad understanding of public higher education policies, systems, and commitment to promoting college access and success in post-secondary education.
Knowledge, professional stature, and demonstrated ability to work effectively with college administrators and faculty, and leaders in the non-profit and private sectors.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, demanding, and complex work environment, with the ability to carry out complex assignments and adapt to changing situations and priorities.
Strong interpersonal communication, writing, presentation, negotiation, and group facilitation skills.
Strong relationship and fiscal management skills with ability to address issues that may arise successfully.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree
Eight years’ related experience required.
Supervisory experience working with educational program administrators and instructors.
Experience in planning, organization and coordination of Dual Enrollment Programs operations and activities.
Some experience with Curriculum standards, requirements, interpretation, and application in postsecondary training programs.
Excellent project management and reporting experience; strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines under ever-evolving priorities; manages competing interests and strong personalities.
Experience designing and facilitating professional and curriculum development activities.
Work Environment and/or Physical Demands:

Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as a computer, phone, and copier.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing and movement is required. This would require the ability to lift files and file boxes, open filing cabinets, walking, and bending or standing, as necessary.

Application Process: Application materials must include a cover letter, a current resume, and academic transcripts. Send applications to Heather Burky, Attention: Director of K-16 & Strategic Initiatives , Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, 750 East King Street, Lancaster, PA 17602. Applications will be reviewed upon submission and the posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology (the “College”) does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age (as applicable), religion, ancestry, veteran status, , or any other legally protected classification.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Website: https://stevenscollege.edu/

Start Date: 08/3/23

Application Deadline:

Application URL:

How to Apply: Application Process: Application materials must include a cover letter, a current resume, and academic transcripts. Send applications to Heather Burky, Attention: Director of K-16 & Strategic Initiatives , Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, 750 East King Street, Lancaster, PA 17602. Applications will be reviewed upon submission and the posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Contact Information:

Heather Burky
Thaddeus Stevens College

750 E King Street

Lancaster, PA 17602

(717) 391-6935
burky@stevenscollege.edu