Executive Director: Career Advanced Technology Center (CATC), CCP

Bryn Mawr College; Brynmawr; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is seeking an Executive Director for its Career Advanced Technology Center. This pivotal role involves leading center operations, developing initiatives to support local industry talent needs, and acting as a key liaison between the center, the college, and external partners. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in higher education, program development, and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience in higher education leadership and administration.
• Strong communication skills and ability to liaise with various stakeholders.
• Proven ability to develop and implement educational programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations of the Career Advanced Technology Center.
• Liaise with industry partners to meet workforce solutions.
• Monitor program outcomes and supervise ongoing operations.

Job description

Community College of Philadelphia (CCP) is an open-admission, associate-degree-granting institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. Its programs of study in the liberal arts and sciences, career technologies, and basic academic skills provide a coherent foundation for college transfer, employment and lifelong learning. The College serves Philadelphia by preparing its students to be informed and concerned citizens, active participants in the cultural life of the city, and enabled to meet the changing needs of business, industry and the professions. To help address broad economic, cultural and political concerns in the city and beyond, the College draws together students from a wide range of ages and backgrounds and seeks to provide the programs and support they need to achieve their goals.

The Executive Director, Career Advanced Technology Center is the administrative leader responsible for center operations, including programming and services to ensure student, community and employee needs are met. Reporting to the President, this position will lead the College’s initiative to develop and run a Career Advanced Technology Center ( CATC ). The CATC is intended to support the talent pipeline needs of local industry and provide workforce solutions to area manufacturers. This position is responsible for developing, leading, and coordinating the launch of the CATC by working collaboratively with college and division leadership and program faculty. Additionally, the Executive Director will serve as a liaison to industry partners and external stakeholders, monitor program and project outcomes, and supervise ongoing operations of the CATC . In support of center operations, the Executive Director is responsible for the development of consistent processes and application of policy that align with the College’s administrative practices, and represents the center as a college spokesperson.