OCHE Assistant Commissioner

Job Summary
The Assistant Commissioner for Technical Education coordinates and supports technical education initiatives in the Commissioners Office within the Utah System of Higher Education ( USHE ) to improve institutional and program quality performance and student outcomes.

Responsibilities
Essential Functions: Provide leadership in the planning development implementation and quality assurance of technical education programs. Oversee institutional program approvals and agency compliance related to technical education. Support the implementation of strategic initiatives that improve program quality student outcomes access affordability and workforce alignment. Guide the development of apprenticeship programs and industry-responsive continuing education for employers and incumbent workers. Assist in reviewing and refining policies related to program structure supportive instruction and student eligibility requirements. Guide the development of a standardized approach for awarding technical education credit to secondary students. Facilitate coordination among institutions to align programs and courses supporting credit transfer where appropriate. Assist in the development and evaluation of policies and benchmarks for awarding credit for prior learning work-based learning and industry credentials. Provide leadership for faculty and staff professional development promoting collaboration and best practices across institutions. Support institutions in developing and implementing student organizations that enhance technical education programs. Collaborate on grant development to support technical education initiatives. Ensure the accuracy of technical education data in platforms such as the student information system Utah Majors Guide and Transfer Guide. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support the enrollment and success of adult learners in technical education. Assist in reviewing education policies with a focus on performance outcomes and compliance. Support additional projects and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor. Comments: Typical office working conditions and hours with occasional meetings/events in the early morning evenings or weekends. Frequent local and statewide travel. Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required: Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required: Nearly Continuously: Sitting hearing listening talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) walking. Seldom: Bending reaching overhead. Disclaimer OCHE has reviewed this job description to ensure the representation of essential functions and primary duties. The job description provides guidelines for job expectations and the employees ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions responsibilities skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment. OCHE reserves the right to modify this job description and assign tasks to the employee as OCHE deems appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications & Education Masters degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for one year of related work experience). 8 years experience in a related field ideally in technical education leadership with oversight of programs and personnel. Skills Technical education leadership and operational experience preferred. Demonstrated leadership negotiation and policy development skills. Knowledge of institutional and programmatic accreditation standards. Understanding of technical education governance and operations with a working knowledge of economic development principles. Strong knowledge of federal and state educational policies and regulations. Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with institutional personnel and secondary and postsecondary stakeholders. Exceptional written oral presentation and interpersonal communication skills.