NIACC REGIONAL CENTER DIRECTOR – CHARLES CITY
CATEGORY/LEVEL: PSS/10 (10.5-month position)
BASIC FUNCTION: The Director of the Regional Center, located in Charles City, Iowa, will serve as a dynamic leader responsible for advancing career and technical education across the region. This role involves strategic collaboration with North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) area secondary schools, local employers, and community organizations to deliver high-quality educational and workforce development programs.
START DATE: September 2026
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Starting salary of $49,897 to $61,122 based on experience. Benefits package includes Blue Cross/Blue Shield major medical health insurance; eye care, dental, life and disability insurance; paid vacation and sick leave; a choice of IPERS or TIAA retirement plans, and a variety of additional optional benefits.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in relevant field. Minimum of five years of applicable administrative and/or supervisory experience. Experience working with students, businesses and career exploration initiatives. Strong organizational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Ability to work independently with good judgment in managing priorities to meet deadlines. Commitment to working cooperatively in a team environment. Must have strong interpersonal and communication (listening, presenting, writing) skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree preferred.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Lead and manage strategic meetings to support the Center's mission and goals.
- Collaborate with deans and Continuing Education to facilitate credit and non-credit course offerings, ensuring alignment with community and industry needs.
- Collaborate with the Community Education Coordinator, manage NIACC Center building access, room rental/meeting/scheduling, and oversee student computer lab.
- Analyze enrollment trends and provide reports to leadership for strategic planning.
- Facilitate the planning and implementation of career and technical education programs between NIACC and area secondary schools.
- Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract students to CTE programs.
- Conduct presentations at high schools, career fairs, community events, and industry partner sites along with coordinating visits to the center and program tours.
- Provide prospective students with information on CTE programs, admissions requirements, and career outcomes.
- Track recruitment activities and maintain accurate records of prospective student interactions.
- Connect students, educators, and employers through meaningful work-based learning experiences.
- Build and maintain partnerships with schools, local business and industry leaders, economic development organizations, and other stakeholders throughout the NIACC service region to support student career pathways.
- Expand the Center's reach and relevance by fostering innovative educational solutions tailored to local workforce demands.
- Serve as a liaison between NIACC and regional entities to promote career readiness and lifelong learning.
- Teaching responsibilities could be included not to exceed equivalent of 9 hours per semester.
- When teaching, must evaluate, record and report student achievement and progress in assigned courses in accordance with division and college policies and procedures.
- Maintain strong organizational skills, demonstrate reliability, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and fulfill other responsibilities as needed or assigned.
- Perform in a manner which strengthens the coordination and cooperation of all organizational components of the College, including opportunities for student recruitment.
NIACC Core Principles: All employees are expected to adhere to all NIACC policies and procedures. NIACC administration, faculty, and staff value a positive working environment and an environment of mutual respect; therefore, all employees are to maintain a positive attitude and respect for others when working with all NIACC departments, employees, students, partners, and the public.
Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. NIACC is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
07/2026
