Job Details
Job Title: Director of the Auto Diesel Institute Job Code: 759
Department/Group: Instructional Job Category: Management
Location: Campus Based Travel Required: No
FLSA: Exempt Position Type: Full-time
Reports to: Vice President for Academic Affairs Revised Date: 4/1/2024
Occupational Summary:
The primary purpose for the Director of the Auto Diesel Institute (ADI) is to manage and direct ADI to ensure students are provided with a superior education experience. The Director of the Auto Diesel Institute is responsible to ensure the institution is compliant in regard to legal standards and accrediting bodies. Inventory management and all operational aspects of the facility fall under the guidance of the Director. The Director will proactively serve as the key point of contact for all…
related businesses and stakeholders. The Director must be able to identify key stakeholders and organizations capable of building strong partnerships and communicate the benefits of active participation with ADI for promoting and supporting quality technical training and the reciprocal benefit for industry.
Role and Responsibilities/ Essential Job Functions:
- Manage and oversee all operations of the Automotive Diesel Institute (ADI).
- Lead and shape innovative academic content, curricula, and delivery modalities.
- Partner and collaborate with industry contacts to ensure programs remain technically relevant in the industry and provide opportunities for students.
- Identify opportunities to grow ADI through partnerships or the addition of unique programs, certifications, or delivery modalities.
- Provide course schedule recommendations for ADI.
- Hire, lead and coach program faculty, including hosting regularly scheduled meetings and arranging participation in ADI and campus-related events.
- Work collaboratively with Admissions, Marketing, Academics, and Alumni to promote and grow the ADI programs through student recruitment and retention.
- Remain current in academic fields, e.g., belonging to professional societies, participating in pedagogical professional development, attending conferences, working or volunteering in the field.
- Develop, implement, and review operational policies and procedures.
- Maintain consistent communication with leadership, staff, and vendors to ensure proper operation of the organization.
- Prepare and present training opportunities to businesses, organizations, and corporations, negotiate agreements, assure excellent delivery of all agreed upon terms.
- Ensure all regulatory documents are filed and monitor compliance with laws and regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
- Associates degree required in Business, Management, Information Technology, or a related discipline; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Experience in the Auto/Diesel industry required, Higher education preferred.
Required Skills:
- Possess good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups and provide exceptional customer service.
- Demonstrated success in educational program design and implementation.
- Must have evidence of being able to develop and maintain collaborative teams and positive work environments.
- Possess ability to work and collaborate successfully with persons, programs, organizations, agencies and the community.
- Knowledgeable and proficient in computer skills, which allows for the use of computer related technology.
- Demonstrated record of personal, professional and academic initiative and flexibility.
- Demonstrated understanding of, and a commitment to the college mission and purpose, teaching and learning, high academic standards and student success.
- Must be a transparent, approachable, thoughtful leader skilled at building relationships.
- Ability to work effectively with ethnic, cultural, and socially diverse student populations, colleagues and other stakeholders.
- Possess exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to interact and work effectively with administrators, academic leadership, faculty, students, and members of the community at large.
- Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Physical Demands:
This job requires the following physical activities: bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual activity. Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 50 pounds.
Work Environment:
ADI has a large garage with several bays; loud noise environment with exposure to the outdoors, exposed electricity and caustic chemicals. General office environment that includes classrooms; moderate noise environment.
