Center Director, Agriculture & Energy Programs

Lake Area Technical College; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 91,800 - 106,920; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Lake Area Technical College in Watertown, South Dakota, seeks a forward‑thinking Center Director for Agriculture and Energy Programs to lead both the educational and administrative sides of LATC’s Agriculture, Natural Resources Management, and Energy offerings.

The director shapes program strategy, oversees staffing, budget management, and the student‑first culture that drives enrollment, retention, completion, and career placement.

Qualifications

• Progressive leadership experience in higher education, industry, or workforce development.
• Staff supervision, program development, planning, and budget management.
• Strong ability to lead diverse teams in complex operations.
• Understanding of industry trends in agriculture, natural resources, energy, and manufacturing.
• Commitment to student success and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead High-Quality Academic Programs and align credentials with industry expectations and accreditation.
• Coach and support faculty in instruction and hands-on learning environments.
• Develop and manage the Center’s budgets and coordinate administrative functions.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable culture and recruit/develop high-performing staff.
• Build and sustain relationships with industry leaders and advisory boards.

Skills

Leadership

Higher ed leadership

Industry partnerships

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Lake Area Technical College in Watertown, South Dakota, seeks a forward‑thinking Center Director for Agriculture and Energy Programs to lead both the educational and administrative sides of LATC’s Agriculture, Natural Resources Management, and Energy offerings.

The director shapes program strategy, oversees staffing, budget management, and the student‑first culture that drives enrollment, retention, completion, and career placement.