Associate Director

Lubbock

43652BR

TTU Online CEU and Registration

Position Description

Performs administrative duties in the management and coordination of a large specialized project and program. Under general supervision, performs varied and complex administrative duties requiring independent judgment and the application of established policies and procedures. May provide supervision and direction to clerical, paraprofessional or professional staff members.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

• Plan and execute departmental programs, aligning operations with institutional priorities and workforce needs. Oversee the full lifecycle of flexible learning and microcredential offerings, including approval, development, and management.
• Lead operations for flexible learning and microcredentials, ensuring quality, scalability, and continuous improvement. Partner with academic, administrative, and industry stakeholders to expand innovative, industry-aligned credentialing that supports lifelong learning and professional development.
• Collaborate closely with the Managing Director on strategic planning, policy and process development and execution, and cross-institutional initiatives, providing leadership in learner and stakeholder communication and engagement.
• Work with internal and external partners to manage credentialing and other flexible learning systems and records, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and data integrity, and generate reports to support.
• Manage communication and outreach to learners, institutional units, employers, and community partners to plan, promote, and assess credentialing initiatives, enhancing institutional visibility and impact.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of higher education or continuing education systems and procedures.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in the area of specialization or closely related field. Four years of related administrative and technical experience. Additional job related education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree, certifications, or microcredentials in related areas.
• Experience in administration of higher education or continuing education programs.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

May supervise small team of staff or student and/or graduate assistants.

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Job Family

Organizational Administration

Job Sub Family

Administrative Operations

Annualized Pay Range

$53,900 - $70,100 - $86,200

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.