Industry Certifications Faculty Coordinator

Lamar State College-Orange; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Industry Certifications Faculty Coordinator to lead the implementation and management of industry-based certifications. This role involves collaborating with academic leaders and local industry partners to develop micro-credentialing opportunities, ensuring that students gain recognized credentials. The ideal candidate will possess strong managerial skills and experience in budget management, along with a relevant degree. Join a vibrant educational community dedicated to fostering student success and industry partnerships.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in relevant field required.
• Strong managerial and administrative experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage industry certifications for credit and non-credit programs.
• Develop curriculum for customized training and workshops.
• Collaborate with faculty and industry partners for program advancement.

Skills

Management Skills

Leadership Skills

Budget Management

Basic Computer Skills

Grant Writing

Education

Master's Degree in Teaching Discipline

Bachelor's Degree in Teaching Discipline

Associate's Degree with Work Experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Industry Certifications Faculty Coordinator

Job Title Industry Certifications Faculty Coordinator

Type of Position

Type of Position Faculty

Responsibilities

The Industry Certifications Coordinator is responsible for implementing and managing industry-based certifications for credit and non-credit programs in the Industry and Manufacturing Programs Division.
This position is a direct report to the Dean of the Industry and Manufacturing Programs.

The coordinator will collaborate with Department Chairs, Program Directors, Academic Leadership and Faculty on and off campus to develop and support the advancement of micro-credentialing opportunities for current students, local industry partners, and members of the community. The certification coordinator will create customized training including short courses, workshops, and conferences for business and industry as well as for promoting industry recognized certification/micro-credentials.

1. Manage industry-based certifications process and procedures embedded within credit and non-credit courses, i.e. National Center for Construction Education & Research ( NCCER ), North American Process Technology Alliance ( NAPTA ), CompTIA, American Welding Society ( AWS ), United States Coast Guard ( USCG ), SACA and others.

2. Support Chairs, Program Directors Full and part time faculty to ensure every program includes an industry recognized credential and every technical program student is working toward an industry recognized credential.

3. Maintain records and data needed to complete various College, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Texas State University System, and/or Texas Workforce Commission reports.

4. Serve as community liaison to develop and maintain strategic partnership.

5. Develop curriculum for customized training, short courses, and/or conference/workshops.

6. Manage equipment, MOUs, testing materials, compliance paperwork, and necessary supplies.
7. Work on special projects as assigned by the Dean of Industry and Manufacturing Programs.

8. Promote positive morale and teamwork within the department and campus by providing exceptional customer service to students, colleagues, and the community.

9. Work with credentialing agencies and other programs that promote student success.
10. Travel regularly to various locations to fulfill position responsibilities.

11. Complete all required training and professional development sessions sponsored by LSCO
12. Serve on committees as appropriate and as appointed by the Dean of Industry and Manufacturing Programs.
13. Develop a strategic vision and plan for micro credentials that lead to student success.
14. Recommend changes to credentials and other projects to the Dean.
13. Perform other related duties as assigned.


The Individual is committed to positive actions for fostering good relationships and esprit de corps among co-workers, departments, other units in the college, with students, and contacts outside the college.

Qualifications

Hold a master’s degree or higher in the teaching discipline; OR

Hold a master’s degree in any discipline, with 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline; OR

Hold a bachelor’s degree in the teaching discipline; OR

Hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline, with 12 undergraduate and/or graduate hours in the teaching discipline or related field; OR

Hold an associate’s degree in the teaching discipline PLUS have 3 years of relevant full-time work experience; OR

Hold a college certificate or an industry-recognized credential/certificate in the teaching discipline PLUS have 3 years of relevant full-time work experience.

Required: Strong managerial and administrative experience. Leadership skill and ability to lead work teams. Basic computer skills, including MS Office. Experience developing and managing budgets. High school diploma or GED . Valid driver’s license. Must comply with established college policies and standards.

Preferred: Knowledge of area industry, preferably in manufacturing or construction industries, machining, agribusiness, and/or welding and fabrication techniques. Grant writing/management experience and an associate or bachelor’s degree in business, management, or related field highly desirable.


Lamar State College Orange is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including and as it pertains to pregnancy and wages), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, and/or retaliation.

Salary based on salary schedule

EEO Statement

Lamar State College Orange is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including and as it pertains to pregnancy and wages), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, and/or retaliation.

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Posting Number

Posting Number AS408P

Open Date

Open Date 03/28/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

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Lamar State College Orange
410 Front Street, Orange, Texas 77630
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