Southwestern Michigan College · 8 hours ago
Director of Advanced Technology & Industry Engagement
Dowagiac, MI
Internship
Onsite
Intern, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$85K/yr - $90K/yr
5+ years expSouthwestern Michigan College is seeking a Director of Advanced Technology & Industry Engagement to provide strategic, operational, and academic leadership for their advanced technology programs. The role involves collaboration with faculty and industry partners to enhance course offerings and support student success through innovative programs and partnerships.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Provide strategic vision and operational leadership for the School of Advanced Technology, ensuring academic rigor and relevance across all courses and programs; lead departmental meetings, coordinate program budgets and review cycles, facilitate textbook and equipment selection, and oversee continuous-improvement plans
Support enrollment growth by cultivating employer and community partnerships that expand experiential learning opportunities for students and address high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand workforce needs
Collaborates with campus and external partners to support strategic enrollment growth and student retention initiatives
Serve as the primary point of contact for industry, ensuring consistent communication and high-quality partner experience
Collaborate with faculty and external advisory boards to align curriculum with employer needs and industry certifications
Coordinate the development of course schedules that meet student needs across terms, locations, and delivery modalities
Recommend additions, modifications, or discontinuation of courses and programs based on data and student demand
Recruit, hire, and onboard qualified full-time and adjunct faculty who bring both disciplinary expertise and a commitment to student success
Conduct regular faculty evaluations and support professional development through mentorship and constructive feedback
Manage student concerns and academic grievances in line with college policies
Identify and pursue grant opportunities to support program innovation and student success; serve as the college’s Perkins V administrator
Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Academic Officer
The duties listed in this job description are not all-inclusive, but a list of the major responsibilities. Additional duties not noted in the job description may be assigned by a supervisor
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in career and technical education (CTE), business, engineering, technology, organizational leadership, or a related field
Five years of progressively responsible leadership experience in education, industry, or government setting
Proven ability to build and maintain partnerships with business, industry, and community stakeholders
Strong organizational skills with outstanding attention to detail in managing budgets, schedules, and personnel processes
Capacity to work independently while also functioning as a collaborative team member
Commitment to the mission of community colleges and student-centered education
Preferred
Doctoral degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., or other terminal degree) in a relevant discipline
Completed undergraduate or graduate coursework in administration, supervision, organization, or curriculum development and design
Two years of work experience in a CTE field
Three years of experience in administration or teaching in an approved CTE program
Background in designing micro-credentials, apprenticeships, or short-term workforce-training programs responsive to industry demand
Familiarity with collective bargaining agreements or the unionized workplace
Experience with grant writing or administration
Company
Southwestern Michigan College
SMC’s top priority is student success – both academic and personal.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Susan Coulston
Vice President & Chief Business Officer
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