Assistant Director, K-14 Initiatives - Hendricks and Boone Counties

Ivy Tech Community College; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College in Indianapolis seeks an Assistant Director for K-14 Initiatives to manage dual credit agreements in Boone and Hendricks counties and develop strong partnerships with school leaders, counselors, and instructors. The role focuses on expanding pathways and ensuring successful student outcomes.

The position emphasizes training, program oversight, and collaboration across campuses, with a commitment to equity, student success, and compliance with FERPA and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to learn and master tracking tools and run reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage dual credit agreements in Boone and Hendricks counties.
• Provide annual training to dual credit teachers and school champions.
• Oversee student applications, registrations, rosters via DualEnroll.com.
• Produce annual reports and rosters for dual credit schools.
• Support K-14 initiatives and related events and conferences.
• Serve on interview teams for K-14 positions when needed.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Excellent communication & organization

Microsoft Office

Tracking tools

Dual enrollment experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

DualEnroll.com

IvyLearn

My Ivy (Knowledge Assessment)

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Director, K-14 Initiatives-Hendricks and Boone CountiesLocation: Indianapolis Campus – Ivy Tech Community CollegeJob Type: Full Time Administrative StaffClassification: E-1Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000/annually (based on experience)Reports To: Director, K-14 InitiativesWho We Are:Ivy Tech is Indiana’s community college and workforce engine, delivering: high-quality learning experiences that propel Indiana’s communities, measurable economic return, excellence in teaching, and industry-aligned credentials of value, empowering every learner to achieve lifelong success.Our Values:• Empathy: We lead with care and connectivity, ensuring we meet our students where they are.• Integrity: We act responsibly and ethically in the best interest of our students, employees, partners, institution, and the State.• Agility: We move with purpose and adapt to the evolving needs of our students, employers, and the State.• Impact: We exist to change lives through quality education. Our work strengthens individuals, families, communities, and the future of Indiana.About the Role:This position will manage dual credit agreements and pathways with school partners in Boone and Hendricks counties. This includes development of professional relationships with administrators, guidance counselors, secondary school instructors, college program chairs (or department heads), students and parents. Additionally, the role will identify and implement dual credit courses and pathways resulting in successful completion of certificates or degrees prior to high school graduation. This position is part of the K-14 team focusing on dual credit.***RESUME AND COVER LETTER REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION***Key Responsibilities:The following is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.Customer Service:The Assistant Director will demonstrate a strong customer service for student advocacy through a positive attitude of approachability, adaptability, strong problem-solving and desire to identify and support student success.Engage in behaviors that create an inclusive environment in which all people are valued and supported.Go beyond the easiest or surface answer for a student, or an internal or external customer, and get to the root cause of the problem, question or issue to solve it as quickly and professionally as possible.Duties and responsibilities:Serve as Assistant Director for the management of dual credit agreements in Boone and Hendricks counties.Confirm approved instructors annually by providing documentation and tracking approval of new instructor credentialsProvide annual training/communication to dual credit teachers and school champions on processes and timelinesBecome proficient using DualEnroll.com for student applications, registrations, and tracking class rosters.Provide training for Knowledge Assessment (including providing C#s for schools so that students can set up My Ivy)Monitor DualEnroll.com for instructors’ onboardings, syllabus reviews, and site visits.Monitor IvyLearn Professional Development courses for dual credit teachers.Track requests for fee remission from dual credit teachersTrack final grades for dual credit classesProvide annual reports and rosters for dual credit schoolsParticipate in implementation of Next Level Programs of Study for assigned schoolsIdentify opportunities for students to complete certifications, certificates, and associate degrees in CTE programsProvide support for transition events in assigned schoolsSupport of K-14 Initiatives:Participate in planning and implementation of annual K14 eventsParticipate in planning and implementation of summer programs for dual credit instructors when opportunity existsParticipate in annual relevant conferences related to K-14 InitiativesServe on interview teams for K-14 when need existsProvide support at school transition events and college nightsServe as the K-14 liaison with an assigned Ivy Tech ‘School’ (such as the School of Arts, Sciences, and Education or the School of IT, etc.)Serve as a volunteer in department endeavorsProvide support for admission eventsEducation & Experience:While formal education or certifications may be beneficial, or even required for certain positions, what we need are candidates who can demonstrate the practical skills and experience necessary to excel in this role. A proven track record of student guidance will be prioritized.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degreeExcellent communication & organization skillsProficiency with all Microsoft Office applicationsAbility to learn and master organization tracking tools and run relevant reports as neededPreferred Qualifications:Master’s degree in higher education, organizational leadership, or relevant fieldSome administrative or supervisory experienceExperience in secondary and/or higher educationWhy Join Us?Opportunity to work on innovative and impactful projects working with high school aged youthCollaborate with a team of skilled professionals.Competitive compensation and benefits package.Continuous learning and development opportunities.Must demonstrate ability to promote an environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees and which every individual feels respected and valued.Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:Health & WellnessMultiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contributionDental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontiaVision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lensesEmployee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resourcesWellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness RewardsFlexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent careRetirement & Financial Security10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two yearsBasic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverageShort-term and long-term disability benefitsEducational BenefitsFee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent childrenTuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programsPaid professional development opportunitiesWork‑Life BalanceGenerous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recessFlexible work arrangements where availablePaid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)Paid parental leave (4 weeks)Additional PerksEligibility for Public Service Loan ForgivenessAdditional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail servicesIvy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.