Fort Hays State University Hays , KS 67601
Posted 1 week ago
Department
Professional and Continuing Education
Job Posting Title
Senior Facilitator and Partnerships Manager, Professional & Continuing Education (PCE) Unit
Job Description
Fort Hays State University is a public regional comprehensive university committed to its mission to provide accessible quality education to Kansas, the nation, and the world through an innovative community of teacher-scholars and professionals to develop engaged global citizen-leaders. Candidates for this position must believe in affordable and accessible lifelong learning opportunities and seek to work in an environment with others committed wholly to this end.
The Sr. Facilitator & Partnerships Manager for Professional & Continuing Education (PCE) is responsible for coordinating development, design and evaluation of the PCE unit's programming at Fort Hays State University (FHSU), including but not limited to: cohort-based seminars, stand-alone workshops, institutes, conferences, trainings, and other offerings. The Sr. Facilitator & Partnerships Manager may serve in several roles related to program development, including content creator, collaborator, facilitator, and learning consultant, ensuring the quality of PCE programs at FHSU.
The Sr. Facilitator & Partnerships Manager, under the leadership of the Director, PCE, will serve as the liaison for PCE partners' needs and program creation, with the goal of expanding existing and establishing new external partnerships to support the partner's talent development of their employees and the University's growth and expansion of its Professional & Continuing Education unit, including the development of digital badge credentials and new professional learning pathways. The position requires a high standard of personal and professional ethics, and the ability to communicate, advise, and work effectively with all internal constituent groups (students, staff, and faculty) and external stakeholders to the institution.
Responsibilities
Program Development (50%)
Partnership Development & Support (50%)
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Salary and Benefits: Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications; a competitive benefits package is offered, which can be viewed at http://www.fhsu.edu/humanresourceoffice/Prospective-Employees/.
Appointment Date: Start date to be determined after acceptance of an offer and completion of a criminal background check.
Priority Deadline: Review of applications will being immediately following the priority deadline and continue until the position is filled.
Application Process: To apply for this position, please visit https://fhsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CAREERS. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.
Required Application Documents: Applicants must submit a (1) cover letter addressing interest in the position and how their experience and qualifications make them a suitable candidate, (2) resume, and (3) names and contact information for three professional references, and (4) evidence of quality professional development facilitation (via reference letter or program evaluations). All documents should be submitted in a single PDF.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact:
Name: Dr. Jeni McRay
Email: vlmcray@fhsu.edu
About Professional and Continuing Education at Fort Hays State University
In 2024, Fort Hays State University (FHSU) approved the creation of a centralized Professional & Continuing Education (PCE) unit. The unit supports operations of micro-credential programs at the University and works collaboratively with internal and external entities to develop programs for learners in the surrounding community, state of Kansas, and nation, based on employer and workforce/industry needs. Programs are offered online, live in-person or on Zoom, and/or in a blended format.
Community of Hays
FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.
Notice of Non-discrimination - Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.
Notice to KPERS retirees applying for a position: Recent legislation changes working-after-retirement rules for both you and your employer if you go back to work for a KPERS employer. Please contact your KPERS representative or www.kpers.org for further information on how this might affect you.
Fort Hays State University