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Smith College Director of Professional Education in Northampton, Massachusetts
NORTHAMPTON - SEE WEBSITE FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION - Director of Professional Education Job Description Essential Functions This position is responsible for department leadership Develop a clear vision and strategy of professional education programs, including technical assistance contracts to meet revenue targets Advise the dean of the School for Social Work (SSW) on all matters related to professional education. Lead and manage operations, overseeing short and long-term planning, policies, and procedures. Minimum Qualifications Master\'s degree in social work education or graduate degree in education with other relevant experience. Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds; demonstrated commitment to SSW\'s Five Principles Preferred Qualifications Experience in clinical social work or human services required and in higher education preferred. Skills Experience in developing and implementing successful credit, non-credit, and certificate programs in areas relevant to clinical social work, workforce/career development, professional development, and anti-racism practice. Facility with educational technology. Experience in budget development, staff supervision, educational planning, and online pedagogy preferred. Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends to oversee courses, manage registration, and attend Departmental and/or School meetings and special events. Program Leadership (50%) Design, plan, coordinate, and implement a comprehensive professional education program, establishing target goals for monthly and annual achievement. Develop professional education policies and protocols, collaborating with other departments such as alumni relations, events, and information management to standardize and modernize department systems. Maintain planning and coordination for all professional education programs, including course offerings, faculty assignments, dates/times/locations, and facilities coordination. Compliance Management (15%) Remain current on standards, record keeping, and regulatory, state licensing, copyright, and other compliance requirements. Marketing Strategist (20%) Assist the SSW and Smith Communications offices in their development of a strategy and content for external communications and marketing materials. Oversee maintenance and procurement of mailing lists and website content. Collaborate with relevant college offices to improve efficiency and effectiveness through system solutions. Provide effective supervision and task management of administrative support staff. Supervision of Support Staff (15%) Provide effective supervision and task management of administrative support staff. Support a diverse workforce and participate in efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.