LANIER TECHNICAL COLLEGE; DIRECTOR OF CAMPUS OPERATIONS - FORSYTH/DAWSON CAMPUSES

Lanier Technical College – Forsyth County campus; Cumming, GA 30041 is conducting a search for the following full-time, benefit-eligible, FLSA-exempt, salaried position.  NOTE:  A background check and professional reference check are part of the selection process. Please contact Human Resources at 770-533-6903 or cantrell@laniertech.edu if any assistance/accommodation is needed in the application/interview process.

POSITION:                 DIRECTOR OF CAMPUS OPERATIONS – FORSYTH/DAWSON CAMPUSES

REPORTS TO:             PRESIDENT

      SALARY RANGE:       Low to Mid $80's annually, depending on education and qualifications

EFFECTIVE:                 This position is available now

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Director of Campus Operations is responsible for the administration and direction of the College’s Forsyth, Dawson, and Lumpkin campuses; and responsible for fostering effective cooperation, coordination, and communication across the different LTC divisions – Academic, Student Affairs, Administrative Services, Institutional Effectiveness, and Economic Development at these campus locations.

MAJOR DUTIES:

·       Promotes the availability of the Forsyth, Dawson, and Lumpkin campuses and their offerings to various public and private organizations, Chambers of Commerce, and businesses within the community in a professional manner;

·       Acts as a general contact and liaison for Lanier Technical College and the K-12 school systems in the Dawson, Forsyth and Lumpkin counties;

·       Exercises general supervision over campus operations at these locations;

·       Ensures that all student support services and enrollment management operations are consistent with College policy;

·       Maintains coordination with the College’s instructional and student services offices on the Forsyth and Dawson Campuses;

·       Advises students as needed;

·       Assists with registration/orientation activities and with various recruitment activities, i.e. Dual Enrollment;

·       Addresses/resolves complaints and needs of students, employees, and outside customers as needed;

·       Assists LTC Marketing Dept. with promoting the campuses by developing effective plans for publicizing the services available for student recruitment;

·       Administers and maintains an operating budget for the Forsyth, Dawson, and Lumpkin campuses (less than $10,000 total);

·       Works with Academic Deans to coordinate the classroom matrix each semester at the Forsyth and Dawson campus locations;

·       Provides leadership for committees, special projects, and initiatives as assigned;

·       Supports campus needs assessments and works with the Academic Deans to prepare a New Program Request (NPR);

·       Assists all College Divisions with growth and service opportunities within the community;

·       Ensures that each campus is functioning properly and well maintained, and promptly alerts the Director of Facilities with any building emergency or maintenance issues;

·       In conjunction with College Police, coordinates the safety of all personnel in times of weather and other safety emergencies;

·       Coordinates with College Police to ensure policies and procedures relating to the administration of building security, parking, and emergency preparedness are followed;

·       Represents the College in a manner which supports the values, mission, goals, and standard for professional conduct associated with Lanier Technical College;

·       Supervises full and part-time staff assigned to Campus Operations;

·       Other work-related duties as assigned by President.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor’s degree in business or education from a regionally accredited college or university, and five (5) years of work experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities of this position.

COMPETENCIES:

·       Knowledge of the mission of postsecondary vocational/technical education;

·       Knowledge of the College’s admission and financial aid guidelines and procedures;

·       Knowledge of TCSG and college policies and procedures;

·       Ability to provide leadership in high-pressure situations;

·       Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs;

·       Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public;

·       Effective oral and written communication skills;

·       Effective decision making and problem-solving skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: (in addition to minimum qualifications & competencies):

·       More than five (5) years of work-related experience;

·       Previous work experience in a post-secondary environment, especially in an administrative or academic capacity;

·       Master’s degree in business, education, or closely related field from a regionally accredited college or university

State of GA benefits include: A choice of retirement plans (Georgia State Employees’ Pension and Savings Plan or Teachers’

 Retirement System), health and flexible benefits insurance options, sick leave and annual leave accruals (10 hours each

 monthly), and 13 state holidays.  This position is also eligible for telework options, one day per workweek, after six (6) months of

employment.

As set forth in its student catalog, Lanier Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator:  Nancy Beaver, 770-533-7000, nbeaver@laniertech.edu

Section 504 Coordinator:  Veronica Bowermaster, 770-533-7003, vbowermaster@laniertech.edu

NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Lanier Technical College is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify. Lanier Technical College Federally-Issued User ID: 46367 Date of Authorization: 3/28/2007 

It is the obligation of Lanier Technical College to ensure orderly operation, to protect the rights of all members of the LTC community, to prohibit acts which materially and substantially interfere with legitimate educational objectives or interfere with the rights of others and to take disciplinary action where conduct adversely affects the College’s pursuit of its educational objectives. To this end, LTC complies with the Title II of Public Law 101-542, Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act – also known as the "Jeanne Cleary Act." The Act requires that the College make available the report of campus crime statistics for the previous fiscal year by October 1st each year. The most recent LTC Campus Safety and Security Report is available at www.laniertech.edu. You may also request a paper copy from the Lanier Technical College Police Department located in the Breeden-Giles building on the Hall County Campus, 2535 Lanier Tech Drive, Gainesville, GA 30507.