D99937 Director of Workforce Pathways and Experiential Learning

Northeastern State University; Tahlequah (OK); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Generous leave time

Job summary

Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, OK seeks a Director of Workforce Pathways and Experiential Learning to lead the Regional Workforce Pathways Ecosystem and administer program activities.

The role oversees the Workforce Pathways Center, guides credential development, data reporting, and employer engagement, and chairs several advisory bodies. Requires a master’s degree and 5+ years in progressive management with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field required
• At least 5 years of progressive management experience in Academic Affairs/Enrollment Management or related
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oklahoma driver's license
• Must maintain regular attendance
• Autonomous with strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation of the Regional Workforce Pathways Center
• Supervise project personnel
• Coordinate workforce credential development and readiness activities
• Lead employer engagement initiatives
• Chair the Regional Workforce Advisory Board
• Facilitate collaboration among NSU, TCC and EOSC
• Coordinate annual workforce symposiums
• Oversee workforce data collection and reporting
• Support sustainability planning
• Align activities with institutional goals for enrollment and workforce outcomes
• Chair the NSU Workforce Development Committee

Skills

Recruiting knowledge

Advising principles

Student development theory

Data analysis

Oral and written communication

Budget management

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Project leadership

Policy compliance (FERPA/privacy)

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Office software

Job description

D99937 Director of Workforce Pathways and Experiential Learning

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JOB SUMMARY

This position will provide overall leadership and management for theRegional Workforce Pathways Ecosystem and serve as the primary administratorresponsible for implementation of projects activities.

MAJORDUTIES

• This position will oversee the operation of the RiverHawks Regional Workforce Pathways Center
• Supervise project personnel.
• Coordinate workforce credential development and Workforce Pell readiness activities.
• Lead employer engagement initiatives.
• Chair the Regional Workforce Advisory Board.
• Facilitate collaboration among Northeastern State University (NSU), Tulsa Community College (TCC) and Eastern Oklahoma State College (EOSC).
• Coordinate annual workforce symposiums
• Oversee workforce data collection and reporting
• Support sustainability planning
• Ensure project activities align with institutional goals related to enrollment growth, retention, completion and workforce outcomes.
• Chair the NSU Workforce Development Committee.

KNOWLEDGEREQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of recruiting, academic advising principles, and student development theory.
• Knowledge of data analysis and reporting.
• Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority.
• Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws related to student privacy and records management.
• Knowledge of state regents of higher education and RUSO policies.
• Knowledge of budget development and management principles.
• Skill in decision making and problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public and area businesses.

SUPERVISORYCONTROLS

The Director assigns work in terms of program goals and objectives. The supervisor reviewswork through conferences, reports, and observation of program activities.

GUIDELINES

Guidelinesinclude national standards set by national academic advising associations,OSRHE and RUSO policies, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)guidelines, Department of Education (DOE) regulations, and university policiesand procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection and interpretationin application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of varied management and supervisory duties, as well as coordination of activities and programs. The variety of tasks to be managed contributes to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to oversee the university’s workforce and experiential learning opportunities. Success in this position contributes to the successful recruitment, engagement, and retention of students.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, other university personnel, faculty, staff, students, representatives of area businesses, and members of the general public.
• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, to provide services, to justify, defend or negotiate matters, or to motivate persons.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORKENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light objects.
• The work is typically performed in an office.

SUPERVISORYAND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

This position directly supervises Workforce Coordinators with carryingresponsibilities and works with departments all across campus.

MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a master’s degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
• At least 5 years of experience in progressive management positions, Academic Affairs, Enrollment Management, service or related areas.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Oklahoma.
• Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance.
• Autonomous with strong communication skills.

PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supervising full-time staff.
• Experience managing budgets.
• Experience managing collaborative arrangements and projects.
• Experience in teaching or training and development.

Annual salary $79,986.00 with excellent benefits, including generous leave time.
Anticipated hire date: 11/16/2026
Applications will be accepted until: 11/4/2026
NOTE: Posting will close to applicants at 11:59 p.m., CST, on the date above.
An application cannot be changed after it has been submitted.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

It is Northeastern State University’s policy that all newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process. Failure to provide an original social security card will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Northeastern State University complies with all “applicable” federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination.