Special Instructions
Please NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which include job title, dates of employment (month/year), name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone numbers and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be considered incomplete. Applications with “See attached” or “See resume” will not be accepted in lieu of a complete application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state “unknown” for any incomplete fields. A scanned copy of unofficial transcript(s) must be attached to the online application. Overview
As a key leader at College of the Mainland (COM), the Director of Continuing Education advances access to high-quality training that supports career advancement and workforce readiness across the region. Position Information
Posting Number: AS513P Position Title: Director of Continuing Education Contract Length: 12 months Employment Status: Full Time Position Type: Exempt Staff Position Funding Type: Regular Responsibilities
Plan, develop, implement and evaluate open-enrollment continuing education programs aligned with workforce demand, community need and institutional priorities. Ensure continuing education programs support positive student experiences, completion and successful attainment of workforce or educational goals. Lead the development and launch of new programs informed by labor market analyses, competitive analyses, feasibility assessments, etc. Oversee curriculum development, instructional delivery, scheduling and instructional standards for all continuing education programs. Recruit, hire, onboard, supervise and evaluate continuing education instructors and instructional staff. Monitor enrollment completion outcomes and financial performance to guide program improvement, sustainability and portfolio decisions. Ensure continuing education programs align with credentials of value workforce pathways and noncredit to credit opportunities. Develop and manage the continuing education operating budget including revenue projections, cost recovery and resource allocation. Collaborate with Academic Affairs, Student Services and other integral college divisions/departments along with workforce partners to align continuing education offerings with institutional goals and student success initiatives. Support compliance with accreditation reporting and institutional standards applicable to noncredit and continuing education programs. Represent continuing education in community meetings, advisory committees, employer forums and workforce development activities. Stay informed of labor market trends workforce initiatives and state or federal policy changes, including HB 8, which impacts program planning and funding. Promote a culture of innovation accountability and continuous improvement across all continuing education programs. Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, education, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of professional, full‑time experience in continuing education, workforce education, workforce development, adult education, or higher education administration; Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience. Preferred Education/Experience
Master’s degree in business, education or a related field. Experience in Texas community colleges or higher education. Experience developing and launching new programs, including conducting labor market analysis, competitive analysis and feasibility assessments. Experience with ongoing program evaluation and review to ensure instructional quality, market relevance, student outcomes and financial sustainability. Three (3) years of experience developing noncredit continuing education courses/programs. Preferred Knowledge & Skills
Knowledge of Texas community college funding and accountability models, including House Bill 8 (HB 8). Familiarity with labor market data sources and other state or regional workforce agencies. Knowledge of noncredit to credit pathways, prior learning assessment and short‑term credentialing models. Experience using enrollment, completion outcomes and revenue data to inform program improvement and portfolio decisions. Familiarity with state and federal workforce grants, apprenticeship programs and employer‑based training initiatives. Knowledge of workforce and continuing education accreditation standards and reporting requirements. Familiarity with grant‑funded or performance‑funded workforce programs. Experience collaborating with academic departments and workforce partners to align noncredit programs with institutional pathways. Working knowledge of customer relationship management or enrollment management systems used in continuing education. Experience supporting marketing outreach, recruitment and enrollment strategies for workforce and continuing education programs. Ability to adapt programs in response to changing labor market conditions, employer needs and institutional priorities. Physical Requirements
Positions in this class typically require stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Salary Range
Minimum: $78,377 Maximum: $105,809 Posting Dates
Open Date: 01/22/2026 Will Be Open Until Filled: Yes Documents Needed to Apply
Resume Cover Letter Transcripts (1 of 3) Optional Documents: Additional Transcripts (2 of 3) Additional Transcripts (3 of 3) EEO Statement
College of the Mainland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability or veteran status. Contact
College of the Mainland 1200 Amburn Rd. Texas City, TX 77591 (409) 938-1211 or (888) 258-8859 Fax: (409) 938-1306
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Please NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which include job title, dates of employment (month/year), name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone numbers and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be considered incomplete. Applications with “See attached” or “See resume” will not be accepted in lieu of a complete application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state “unknown” for any incomplete fields. A scanned copy of unofficial transcript(s) must be attached to the online application. Overview
As a key leader at College of the Mainland (COM), the Director of Continuing Education advances access to high-quality training that supports career advancement and workforce readiness across the region. Position Information
Posting Number: AS513P Position Title: Director of Continuing Education Contract Length: 12 months Employment Status: Full Time Position Type: Exempt Staff Position Funding Type: Regular Responsibilities
Plan, develop, implement and evaluate open-enrollment continuing education programs aligned with workforce demand, community need and institutional priorities. Ensure continuing education programs support positive student experiences, completion and successful attainment of workforce or educational goals. Lead the development and launch of new programs informed by labor market analyses, competitive analyses, feasibility assessments, etc. Oversee curriculum development, instructional delivery, scheduling and instructional standards for all continuing education programs. Recruit, hire, onboard, supervise and evaluate continuing education instructors and instructional staff. Monitor enrollment completion outcomes and financial performance to guide program improvement, sustainability and portfolio decisions. Ensure continuing education programs align with credentials of value workforce pathways and noncredit to credit opportunities. Develop and manage the continuing education operating budget including revenue projections, cost recovery and resource allocation. Collaborate with Academic Affairs, Student Services and other integral college divisions/departments along with workforce partners to align continuing education offerings with institutional goals and student success initiatives. Support compliance with accreditation reporting and institutional standards applicable to noncredit and continuing education programs. Represent continuing education in community meetings, advisory committees, employer forums and workforce development activities. Stay informed of labor market trends workforce initiatives and state or federal policy changes, including HB 8, which impacts program planning and funding. Promote a culture of innovation accountability and continuous improvement across all continuing education programs. Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, education, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of professional, full‑time experience in continuing education, workforce education, workforce development, adult education, or higher education administration; Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience. Preferred Education/Experience
Master’s degree in business, education or a related field. Experience in Texas community colleges or higher education. Experience developing and launching new programs, including conducting labor market analysis, competitive analysis and feasibility assessments. Experience with ongoing program evaluation and review to ensure instructional quality, market relevance, student outcomes and financial sustainability. Three (3) years of experience developing noncredit continuing education courses/programs. Preferred Knowledge & Skills
Knowledge of Texas community college funding and accountability models, including House Bill 8 (HB 8). Familiarity with labor market data sources and other state or regional workforce agencies. Knowledge of noncredit to credit pathways, prior learning assessment and short‑term credentialing models. Experience using enrollment, completion outcomes and revenue data to inform program improvement and portfolio decisions. Familiarity with state and federal workforce grants, apprenticeship programs and employer‑based training initiatives. Knowledge of workforce and continuing education accreditation standards and reporting requirements. Familiarity with grant‑funded or performance‑funded workforce programs. Experience collaborating with academic departments and workforce partners to align noncredit programs with institutional pathways. Working knowledge of customer relationship management or enrollment management systems used in continuing education. Experience supporting marketing outreach, recruitment and enrollment strategies for workforce and continuing education programs. Ability to adapt programs in response to changing labor market conditions, employer needs and institutional priorities. Physical Requirements
Positions in this class typically require stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Salary Range
Minimum: $78,377 Maximum: $105,809 Posting Dates
Open Date: 01/22/2026 Will Be Open Until Filled: Yes Documents Needed to Apply
Resume Cover Letter Transcripts (1 of 3) Optional Documents: Additional Transcripts (2 of 3) Additional Transcripts (3 of 3) EEO Statement
College of the Mainland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability or veteran status. Contact
College of the Mainland 1200 Amburn Rd. Texas City, TX 77591 (409) 938-1211 or (888) 258-8859 Fax: (409) 938-1306
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