Director of Truck Driving Program
Director of Truck Driving Program
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Job Description
About ECC:
Work Schedule:
Rate of Pay:
This position is a grade 16 with a minimum of $72417 and a midpoint of $96556. Salary offer will be commensurate with the education/experience in alignment with the Colleges compensation philosophy and the current CBA if applicable.
FLSA Status:
Grant Funded:
Job Summary:
An employee in this classification performs work of considerable difficulty by directing all aspects of the Truck Driving program including maintaining accreditation through the ICCB. Work is distinguished by the combination of 60 administrative duties and 40 teaching/instructor duties. Direction is received by the assigned manager.
Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
- Bachelors degree with three years driving experience or equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Considerable knowledge of all mechanics involved with commercial vehicles and towed units.
- Considerable knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations
- Considerable skill in the operation and instruction on any type of class A CDL vehicle or combination unit.
- Considerable skill in teaching CDL education and SOS rules of the road
- Considerable skills to maintain and monitor testing procedures at the Illinois Secretary of States office
- Considerable skills to cultivate and maintain good relations with the Illinois Secretary of States office
- Considerable skills to understand and convey theories and methodologies of an articulated vehicle.
- Valid Illinois class A CDL license with endorsements.
- Licensed by Illinois Secretary of State or ICCB as a truck driving instructor.
- Considerable skills to instruct by use of smart classroom technology.
- Considerable skill in interpersonal interaction to be applied to a variety of individuals with differing education ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Considerable skills in verbal and written communication.
- Considerable skills and ability to plan and adapt to change
- Considerable skill in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite including but not limited to Word Excel Access and Publisher
- Working skill in operating a personal computer applicable software and peripheral equipment as well as learning and adapting to new and updated programs and technology.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes days/evenings/weekends as needed by the department.
Desired Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Essential Duties:
- Program administration involves student recruitment schedule and direct as many as 12 driver trainers maintain timesheets fiscal management records updating development of program documents policies and procedures curriculum development evaluate outcome and program effectiveness maintain equipment and outdoor classroom facility purchasing deal with vendors and industry related agencies and work closely with admissions registration financial aid marketing and Illinois Secretary of State.
- Convey theories and methodologies of an articulated vehicle organize class presentations revise and grade quizzes and tests scheduling job placement advise mentor manage student issues comply with annual changes set forth by Federal and State licensing laws update classroom materials and maintain accreditation through the ICCB.
- DOT physical and drug test scheduling Secretary of State CDL license testing attend administrative faculty advisory committee program and industry meetings participate in academic and professional development workshop sessions.
- Promote ECC and maximize program exposure by participating in graduation ceremonies parades competitions job fairs and other related college and community events.
- Maintains confidentiality of privileged information and adheres to applicable privacy laws
- Demonstrates sensitivity understanding and respect of diverse populations within the workplace.
- Maintains an understanding of the work of colleagues to effectively provide backup and/or support for coworkers during times when the division is shortstaffed or experiencing an increased volume of work.
- Adheres to department guidelines for attendance and punctuality
- Demonstrates independent judgement and discretion in making position related decisions.
Other Duties:
1. Perform other jobrelated duties as assigned which pertain to the job description.
2. Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes days/evenings/weekends as needed by the department.
Physical Demands:
Medium (up to 50 lbs. occasionally or 30 lbs frequently or 10 lbs constantly)
Visual Acuity:
Close visual acuity (e.g. computer assembly)
Work Environment:
Loud noise
Environmental Conditions:
Typical office or administrative
Operates motor vehicles or heavy equipment
Outdoor weather
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees for more than one hour)
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees for more than one hour)
Hazards
Fumes or airborne particles
Current SSECCA Union Member Information:
The initial posting date for this position is 08/30/2024. Elgin Community College Support Staff Association(SSECCA) members that apply by 09/09/2024 and meet the posted minimum qualifications will receive full consideration.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Elgin Community College does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination against any member of its community on the basis of race color national origin ancestry sex/gender/gender identity age religion disability pregnancy veteran status marital status sexual orientation or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local law in matters of admissions employment or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.
In addition Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices educational opportunities and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process please notify the Colleges EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a casebycase basis.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
