Director of Career & Technical Education

Director of Career & Technical Education

SUMMARY

Under general supervision directs the MPS Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs; directs staff programs operations schedules regulatory compliance administrative functions and budgets.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Essential functions as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following representative duties knowledge and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Directs Career & Technical Education (CTE) student programs for Minot Public Schools and the Minot Area Workforce Academy based on registration offerings and other specialty study programs; exercises independent judgment within broad policy guidelines; provides leadership direction and guidance in CTE program administration and policies for compliance with accrediting agencies.
• Directs CTE Department operations to maintain effective and efficient specialty programs for coordinated plans of study; assures compliance with federal and state regulations North Dakota Department of Career and Technical Education standards and MPS policies.
• Manages CTE staff develops priorities and assigns tasks and projects; develops staff skills training plans and cross-training of program staff; meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve priorities workload special assignments problems staff development and technical issues.
• Manages CTE staff performance productivity and continuous improvement of the program operations including evaluating CTE staff in conjunction with principals.
• Monitors programs program results accreditation and student records; researches grant funding opportunities.
• Plans organizes and conducts community outreach programs community events and discussion groups to promote CTE programs.
• Analyzes financial information on CTE operations; reviews and monitors status reports and budgets and recommends appropriate actions; effectively communicates program compliance issues.
• Monitors and evaluates CTE classes and curriculum and assures that the teaching and training activities meet quality and safety standards.
• Assures the effective allocation and utilization of resources; manages contracts for special services.
• Manages purchase and inventory of CTE equipment materials and supplies.
• Supports the relationship between the Minot Public School District and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients visitors and District staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues client records and District information; follows compliance rules governing child abuse; performs related duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education Training and Experience Guidelines

Bachelors Degree in Education or related field; AND five years experience in an educational environment including some experience with CTE; OR an equivalent combination of education training and experience.

Knowledge of:

• MPS organization operations policies and procedures.
• Area Career & Technology Centers in North Dakota organization operations policies and procedures.
• Federal and state policies rules and regulations governing the conduct and safety of student programs and facilities in an educational environment including the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction Department of Career and Technical Education Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act and other governing and accrediting agencies.
• North Dakota workforce employment data and trends.
• Purpose use and benefits of CTE programs and activities.
• Legal liabilities and responsibilities for CTE program staff.
• Local community resources regional community services programs and regional training programs.
• Techniques and practices for efficient and cost effective management of resources.
• Principles and practices of administrative management including personnel rules cost accounting budgets payroll purchasing planning contracting records management and project management.
• Safety rules and regulations occupational hazards and safety precautions in public facilities.

Skill in:

• Interpreting and applying CTE program standards applicable federal and state rules and regulations and MPS policies and procedures and ND Career & Technology Center policies and procedures.
• Coordinating and administering educational support and student services for CTE specialty programs for coordinated plans of study in compliance with accrediting agencies.
• Promoting and enforcing safety standards and practices.
• Using courtesy and respect in interactions with students athletes and parents.
• Identifying problems and opportunities and developing solutions.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks projects and demands.
• Researching collecting analyzing and preparing data; and generating reports.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Planning organizing and coordinating the work of assigned staff and work groups.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers public officials and representatives from other regional agencies.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

A valid North Dakota State Drivers License is required. Teacher/Educator certification from North Dakota Department of Career and Technical Education is required and CTE Administration Credential is required from the North Dakota Department of Career and Technical Education.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a standard office environment.

This position is subject to veterans preference.

Required Experience:

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