Director of Continuing Education
College of the Mainland, Texas City, TX, United States
Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number AS513P
Position Title Director of Continuing Education
Contract Length 12 months
Class Summary
As a key leader at College of the Mainland (COM), the Director of Continuing Education (CE) advances access to high-quality training that supports career advancement and workforce readiness across the region. The Director of CE provides strategic and operational leadership for the College's open-enrollment continuing education portfolio, overseeing the development, delivery, quality, growth and sustainability of all noncredit courses and programs.
In this role, the Director of CE leads workforce-aligned continuing education offerings that respond to employer demand and community need while advancing the College's mission and strategic priorities. The Director of CE ensures instructional quality, financial sustainability and meaningful learner outcomes across all programs.
Working collaboratively with faculty, staff and campus partners, the Director strengthens connections between noncredit and credit pathways, supports innovation in program design and delivery and promotes a culture focused on access, excellence and continuous improvement.
Candidates Eligible to Apply Internal/External
Position Type Exempt Staff
Employment Status Full Time
Position Funding Type Regular
Posting Detail Information
Minimum Education/Training/Experience 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/Training/Experience
Education:
Master's degree in business, Education or a related field
Experience:
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
Minimum Knowledge & Skills
Knowledge of the mission and role of comprehensive Texas community colleges, particularly as it relates to noncredit and workforce education Working knowledge of continuing education program structures including curriculum development, instructional delivery models and scheduling for adult and workforce learners Ability to interpret and apply labor market information, enrollment data and basic competitive information to support program planning and decision-making Knowledge of standard program review and evaluation practices used in higher education to assess enrollment completion and program performance Ability to monitor financial and enrollment data to support cost recovery and program sustainability Knowledge of accreditation, compliance and institutional standards applicable to continuing education and noncredit programs Ability to supervise, support and evaluate instructional and administrative staff in a collaborative environment Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with faculty, administrators, staff and external partners Ability to manage multiple initiatives while maintaining attention to quality, timelines and outcomes Commitment to student access, workforce alignment and continuous improvement in program delivery 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 (e.g., Texas Workforce Commission) 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 Licensing/Certification Requirements
N/A
Job Duties
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.
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. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Attendance Required.
Minimum Salary Range $78,377
Mid Point Salary Range
Maximum Salary Range $105,809
Posting Open Date 01/22/2026
Posting Close Date
Posting Will Be Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
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.
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.
College of the Mainland does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations within Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and 1992.
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Position Information
Posting Number AS513P
Position Title Director of Continuing Education
Contract Length 12 months
Class Summary
As a key leader at College of the Mainland (COM), the Director of Continuing Education (CE) advances access to high-quality training that supports career advancement and workforce readiness across the region. The Director of CE provides strategic and operational leadership for the College's open-enrollment continuing education portfolio, overseeing the development, delivery, quality, growth and sustainability of all noncredit courses and programs.
In this role, the Director of CE leads workforce-aligned continuing education offerings that respond to employer demand and community need while advancing the College's mission and strategic priorities. The Director of CE ensures instructional quality, financial sustainability and meaningful learner outcomes across all programs.
Working collaboratively with faculty, staff and campus partners, the Director strengthens connections between noncredit and credit pathways, supports innovation in program design and delivery and promotes a culture focused on access, excellence and continuous improvement.
Candidates Eligible to Apply Internal/External
Position Type Exempt Staff
Employment Status Full Time
Position Funding Type Regular
Posting Detail Information
Minimum Education/Training/Experience 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/Training/Experience
Education:
Master's degree in business, Education or a related field
Experience:
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
Minimum Knowledge & Skills
Knowledge of the mission and role of comprehensive Texas community colleges, particularly as it relates to noncredit and workforce education Working knowledge of continuing education program structures including curriculum development, instructional delivery models and scheduling for adult and workforce learners Ability to interpret and apply labor market information, enrollment data and basic competitive information to support program planning and decision-making Knowledge of standard program review and evaluation practices used in higher education to assess enrollment completion and program performance Ability to monitor financial and enrollment data to support cost recovery and program sustainability Knowledge of accreditation, compliance and institutional standards applicable to continuing education and noncredit programs Ability to supervise, support and evaluate instructional and administrative staff in a collaborative environment Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with faculty, administrators, staff and external partners Ability to manage multiple initiatives while maintaining attention to quality, timelines and outcomes Commitment to student access, workforce alignment and continuous improvement in program delivery 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 (e.g., Texas Workforce Commission) 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 Licensing/Certification Requirements
N/A
Job Duties
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.
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. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Attendance Required.
Minimum Salary Range $78,377
Mid Point Salary Range
Maximum Salary Range $105,809
Posting Open Date 01/22/2026
Posting Close Date
Posting Will Be Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
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.
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.
College of the Mainland does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations within Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and 1992.
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