Location: Des Plaines,IL, USA
Job Description:
Basic Function and Responsibilities
Oakton College seeks a skilled TDL (Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics) Program Manager to lead the development and management of workforce development programs in transportation, distribution, and logistics. The TDL Program Manager will oversee the creation and delivery of educational and training programs designed to prepare students for successful careers in the TDL sectors. This role involves close collaboration with instructors, industry partners, and other stakeholders to ensure that Oakton College's TDL programs are aligned with current industry standards and employer needs.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
* Program Development: Design and implement inclusive workforce training programs in transportation, distribution, and logistics to meet industry demands. Expand access and remove systemic barriers for historically marginalized groups, including neurodiverse individuals, non-native speakers, BIPOC, and Latine communities.
* Industry Collaboration: Work closely with and maintain industry partners, including local businesses, logistics companies, and transportation agencies, to identify workforce needs and develop training programs that prepare students for employment in the TDL sectors.
* Employer Support: Support employers by connecting them with students who are actively developing the skills and/or gaining the experiences needed to succeed in their careers
* Curriculum Management: Ensure that curricula remain current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices. Collaborate with instructors, instructional designers, and industry experts to evolve and integrate new content and methodologies.
* Student Recruitment: Evaluate students to determine their qualifications and readiness for specific programs, while also reviewing programs to ensure they align with students' skills, goals, and potential career outcomes.
* Student Support: Provide comprehensive support and mentorship to students, to ensure they have access to necessary resources.
* Strategic Planning: Develop and execute strategies to enhance the visibility and effectiveness of Oakton College's TDL programs, ensuring they align with the college's mission and workforce development goals.
* Compliance and Accreditation: Ensure that all TDL programs comply with relevant accreditation standards, industry certifications, and state regulations.
* Budget Management: In coordination with the Dean and Senior Workforce and Community Education Program Developer, manage the budget for TDL programs, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently to maximize the impact of workforce development initiatives.
* Technology Integration: Incorporate advanced technologies and tools to enhance the delivery of TDL programs, including simulation software, online learning platforms, and industry-specific tools.
* Evaluation and Reporting: Monitor and evaluate program outcomes through data analysis and feedback. Provide regular reports to college leadership on program performance and recommend improvements as needed.
* Perform job related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Qualifications and Working Conditions
* Bachelor's degree in one of these fields: Higher Education, Adult Education, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field required.
* A minimum of 3 years of professional experience
* In-depth knowledge of transportation, distribution, and logistics operations
* Experience in curriculum development and program management
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and relationship-building abilities to interact with various stakeholders
* Knowledge of workforce development practices, including training, upskilling, reskilling, and talent development strategies
* Ability to analyze industry trends and adapt programs accordingly
* Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools to measure program effectiveness and make data-driven decisions
* Relationship and resource building and management
* Innovative thinker with a commitment to workforce development
* Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
* Strategic mindset with a focus on aligning programs with industry needs
* High level of organizational skills and attention to detail
Preferred skills:
* Master's Degree in Higher Education, Adult Education, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field
* Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to inspire and guide teams toward achieving organizational goals
* Project management experience, including planning, execution, and evaluation of workforce development initiatives
* Proficiency in relevant technologies and software used in TDL sectors
* Experience leading presentations to large groups
Physical Demands:
Light lifting to 10 lbs. and light carrying up to 10 lbs. Ability to reach above the shoulder. Periods spent sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, bending, and stooping. Mobility to move between campuses and off campus partner sites. Work is performed in a general office environment and is sedentary. Little or no exposure to adverse working conditions.
Additional Information:
Supervision Received
Functional supervision is received from the Senior Workforce and Community Education Program Developer.
Supervision Exercised
None
HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:15 am - 5:00 pm
SALARY: $67,440
Based on the needs of the college and with Administrator approval, some positions at the college may have a hybrid schedule option available after 30 working days.
Below is the link in regards to Oakton's benefits:
Application Instructions:
For further details, visit our website at www.oakton.edu and select the Employment link to view Employment Opportunities.
Please be sure to have a current resume, cover letter, and list of, at least, three (3) professional references with contact information prepared to submit with your application.
Oakton College is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we seek a broad spectrum of candidates, including minorities, veterans, women and people with disabilities. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
Oakton is committed to maintaining an environment free from harassment and discrimination for all and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (gender), sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, and reprisal or any other protected status. Further, Oakton does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any educational, employment, or extracurricular activity
Oakton College conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law and in accordance with the Illinois Department of Human Rights Conviction Record Protection Act of March 2021.
Posted positions may be removed from the Oakton website without notice when it is determined that no additional applicants are required.
Oakton is accessible by public transportation.
Out-of-State Employment Defined
Oakton College's primary location of operation is in the state of Illinois. An out-of-state employee is defined as an employee of Oakton College whose primary work location is outside of the state of Illinois. State taxes, employment tax, and worker's compensation provisions vary from state to state and require payroll compliance with these various rules.
Allowable States for Out-of-State Employment
All employees must maintain their primary residence in Illinois, Indiana, or a reciprocal state with Illinois. Reciprocal states include Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Illinois has tax agreements with these reciprocal states. Employees may have their primary residence in Indiana since Indiana is adjacent to Illinois.