Job Information
University of Kansas Education Program Manager in Lawrence, Kansas
28153BR
Job Title:
Education Program Manager
Department:
Law Enforcement Training Ctr
Primary Campus:
Kansas Law Enforcement Trn Ctr
Job Description:
60% Program Management
Develops continuing education for law enforcement and specialized law enforcement seminars, courses, classes, workshops, schools, and other training-related events being held on and off the KLETC campus.
Researches and develops training classes and seminars for local, state, and federal law enforcement officers.
Recruits subject matter experts as instructors and negotiates terms of contracts.
Manages program assessment by designing, conducting, interpreting, and reporting evaluations from training events. Travels to external training locations. Evaluates the success of program offerings and report findings to the management team.
Makes independent decisions regarding unanticipated contingencies associated with the program.
15% Education Technology Management
Serves as subject matter expert for audio/video technology used in the classroom or remote settings, including troubleshooting and resolving problems.
Recommends and implements technology initiatives to support training.
Monitors the KLETC professional development website postings for accuracy and ensure they are up-to-date.
15% Representation of KLETC
Represents KLETC at conferences; serve on commissions, committees, or boards.
Actively partners with the Kansas law enforcement community and professional law enforcement associations as directed by the management team.
Works with event planning committees to develop and implement law enforcement association conference programs;
Coordinates distance learning programs, classes, courses, etc., with other law enforcement agencies or organizations to ensure maximum customer service.
10% Other duties as assigned
Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :
28153BR
Disclaimer:
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
Work Schedule:
M-F/8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
FLSA Status:
Executive
Conditions of Employment:
Contingent on Funding
Contact Information to Applicants:
Barbara Harrison
bdharrison@kletc.org
Required Qualifications:
Master’s degree or bachelor’s degree and 5 years related experience;
Experience in the management, coordination, or delivery of education or training programs;
Experience applying excellent communication skills as evidenced by work history and application materials.
Experience with presentation software applications as evidenced by work history and application materials;
Experience organizing, managing, and supervising multiple and varied tasks and projects as demonstrated by education, work history, and application material;
Valid Kansas driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 90 days.
Employee Class:
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Advertised Salary Range:
$70,000 per year
FTE:
1.0
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in the management of the training process or the training and education of adults;
Knowledge and experience in distance learning delivery mediums;
Applied ability to work with individuals, teams, and organizations of varying backgrounds and fields;
Demonstrated ability to coordinate decentralized people and events as evidences in application materials;
Experience working independently and achieving goals with minimal supervision;
Experience working effectively in a team environment and with deadlines and multiple, rapidly evolving priorities.
Position Overview:
Hutchinson Campus
The Hutchinson Campus consists of 173 acres with fifteen buildings, including two multi-story residential student dormitories.
The Hutchinson Campus is home to the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC). A unit of The University of Kansas (KU), KLETC serves as the central agency for all law enforcement training in the State of Kansas. KLETC manages a $12 million annual budget, 62 authorized FTE staff (augmented by more than 400 contract/adjunct staff annually), and trains nearly 15,000 students annually in residential, online, and outreach programs. KLETC serves 437 recognized law enforcement and police agencies in Kansas, providing basic training and continuing education programs throughout each fiscal year.
In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers excellent benefits to employees such as paid vacation, sick leave, ten paid holidays, plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees education and professional development opportunities.
Position Overview
The position is a crucial member of the Professional Development and Continuing Education unit at KLETC. The Education Program Manager conceptualizes, designs, and develops programmatic content for the unit’s instruction and service. Independently coordinates large-scale and complex unit program(s) from its inception to the final presentation of the program, including administrative responsibilities. May provide training or teach on a specific subject matter area.
Reg/Temp:
Regular
Application Review Begins:
21-Jun-2024
Anticipated Start Date:
22-Jul-2024
Additional Candidate Instruction:
In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
Cover letter addressing how the required and preferred qualifications are met;
Resume;
Contact information for three professional references.
Application review will begin on 06/21/2024 and continue until a qualified applicant is identified. Apply prior to this date for priority consideration.
Regular Work Hours:
Monday to Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
Location:
Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center
11009 Sout Hornet Road
Hutchinson, KS 67501
(620) 694-1400
Job Family:
EducationalSuport&Delivery-KUL
Work Location Assignment:
On-Site
Position Requirements:
This position is required to work on-site.