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Manager, Dual Credit and Early College High School Programs

Job ID

45172

Location

LSC-System Office UP

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC

• Student Focused

• Own It

• Foster Belonging

• Cultivate Community

• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-System Office, University Park

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Lone Star College-System Office employees are based at one of two System Office locations; The Woodlands and University Park. Both are the site for multiple administrative departments and system-wide training programs.

Location address is 20515 SH 249 (SH 249 and Louetta Road) Houston, Texas 77070-2607.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Manager, Dual Credit and Early College High School Programs is responsible for managing college, high school, and business relations, assisting schools in implementing the infrastructure and systems needed to support a sustainable college preparatory program and culture for all LSC students and prospective students, and to provide college planning curriculum and resources. The Manager, Dual Credit and Early College High School Programs collaborates with Deans, Department Chairs, Dual Credit stakeholders across campuses and the LSC System, and high school personnel to champion the Student Service aspects of Dual Credit programs, ensuring and exceptional experience for all students and partners involved. Assists with the development, implementation, marketing, and evaluation of dual credit. Participates in recruitment efforts and serves as a liaison for the college's Dual Credit program.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Assists campuses and schools in implementing the infrastructure, systems, and culture needed to support a sustainable college preparation/dual credit program

2. Serves as the primary point of contact for LSC campus liaisons and System-level stakeholders on FAST funding, facilitating coordination, communication, and compliance to ensure accurate and timely processing across all Dual Credit programs

3. Maintains knowledge base of trends in college readiness and dual credit programs and monitors state, federal, and system guidelines related to P16 and college readiness to ensure compliance; provides updates to the Office of Academic Affairs and the colleges; researches and implements best practices of innovative dual credit partnerships for continuous improvement

4. Coordinates periodic professional development and campus visits for Dual Credit stakeholders

5. Analyzes Dual Credit data and produces reports required for federal, state, and institutional compliance, translating complex data sets into actionable insights that support program integrity and informed decision-making

6. Collects, organizes, tracks, monitors, and reports student success date for Dual Credit program and Early College High Schools ' completion and success rates; Compares outcomes to former dual credit students and current students; monitors behavioral records and tracks student complaints as well as student behavior inside and outside of the classroom

7. Acts as the System-wide lead for Dual Credit programs, driving consistency in operations by developing and maintaining business processes, standard operating procedures, and job aids for campus use, ensuring all locations deliver a unified and high-quality Dual Credit experience

8. Acts as a liaison with the Student Services staff to help coordinate recruitment, admissions, and testing at area high schools as well as to develop forms and guidelines for dual credit with home-schooled students

9. Works with Marketing & Communications to develop marketing materials

10. Actively participates as an LSC representative on various committees, meetings, and conferences

11. Participates in the strategic planning process by making recommendations for new and/or revised policies and procedures. Supports the College enrollment management goals for recruitment, enrollment, and retention of students

12. Oversees compliance requirements related to Dual Credit, resolving issues within the scope of the position and escalating complex or higher-level issues to leadership as appropriate

13. Oversees the review of FAST eligible students to include assigning FAST book advances and collaborating with LSC stakeholders to submit FAST students for state reporting

14. Oversees Student Service related functions to maintain consistency and support across all campuses to include advising, registration and admissions

15. Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge in areas of budgeting, financial administration, reporting and planning

• Knowledge of trends in college readiness and dual credit programs

• Strong skills in computer and database applications

• Strong analytical skills

• Ability to prepare and give presentations

• Ability to formulate, interpret, or implement management policies or operating procedures

• Ability to plan long and short-term business objectives

• Excellent written and communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment

• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position

• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

• Heavy travel across school districts in service area

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Salary

Hiring salary range is: $54,528 - $62,707

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed:

1. Length of time (specific months and years) of employment

2. If the position was full time or part time

3. If the position was paid or unpaid

4. Level of degree completed including date earned.

5. Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

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How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).

If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.

More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify

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Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.