Director of Automotive Technology Program

ECPI University; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition scholarship

Medical and dental plans

PTO & holidays

401(k) plan

Job summary

Advanced Technology Institute (ATI) in Virginia Beach, VA seeks a Director of Automotive Technology Program to oversee academic programs, instruction, curriculum, and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities include scheduling classes, mentoring faculty, advising students, ensuring quality hands-on education, and developing industry partnerships to enhance program offerings. The role requires strong leadership, experience in academic management, and dedication to student success.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in relevant field required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field preferred.
• 7+ years of progressively responsible industry experience.
• Previous Academic Management experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of LMS and distance learning tools.
• Experience with accreditation standards and industry partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for automotive technology programs and curricula.
• Oversee scheduling of classes and accreditation compliance.
• Advise and support students; monitor academic progress.
• Review instructor performance and ensure quality instruction.
• Develop industry partnerships to enhance resources and opportunities.
• Engage in program development and potential new offerings.
• Classroom teaching as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Detail orientation

Technology proficiency

Education

Associate degree in relevant field

Bachelor's degree in relevant field preferred

Tools

LMS

Distance learning tools

Job description

Director of Automotive Technology Program

Job Category: Faculty

Requisition Number: DIREC004192

• Posted : May 4, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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ATI
5700 SouthernBlvd.
Virginia Beach, VA 23462, USA

Description

Overview

Advanced Technology Institute (ATI) is seeking a leader in the field of automotive maintenance to oversee academic programs in these fields.

This leadership position will be responsible for oversight of instruction, curriculum, student success, expenses, enforcement of policies and procedures, scheduling of classes and accreditation standards in order to maintain high-quality, career-driven, hands-on education.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students through advising and next level handling of student issues.
• Monitor faculty follow-up with students concerning absence, missing work and/or poor academic progress, contributing to the institution’s commitment to student retention and success.
• Review and provide feedback on instructor performance.
• Ensure training aids and tools are in working order and request upgrades as needed to support/enhance student learning.
• Pro-actively identify areas of opportunity to improve program quality through curriculum revisions, identification of new learning resources, and relationship building with industry partners.
• Contribute to the identification and development of new programs, and alignment of existing curriculum.
• Classroom teaching as assigned.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Associates Degree in relevant field required. Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field preferred.
• 7 or more years of progressively responsible industry experience.
• Previous Academic Management experience preferred

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication
• Ability to work with a variety of learning styles and skill levels Strong time management skills and detail-orientation
• Working knowledge of computer applications and the ability to quickly learn new computer software
• Experience with distance learning or learning management systems (LMS) preferred

ATI provides a comprehensive benefits program designed to help our instructors and staff stay healthy, feel supported, and maintain a work/life balance, some of which are highlighted below:

Tuition scholarship program available to full-time employees and their immediate family members after 90 days of employment

Competitive compensation and medical/dental benefit plans

PTO and holiday pay

401(k) participation with possible employer contributions

ATI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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