Senior Director, Adult Literacy and Language Education

The Senior Director, Adult Literacy and Language Education, is responsible for strengthening existing and developing new adult language programs and activities as an integral part of CAL's global mission and development plan across all domains of program activities. The Director provides overall leadership for CAL's work in the linguistic activities of adults, particularly those who are non-native speakers of English, including education and assessment, as well as improving access to communications and information. The Senior Director pursues initiatives with partner organizations and state and federal agencies, as well as initiating projects that build on and expand CAL's existing strengths, to increase CAL's involvement and visibility in the adult language and communication arena.

Essential Functions

•  Manage all aspects of CAL’s Adult language education portfolio, including assessment and PD.
• Direct CAL’s English for Heritage Language Speakers (EHLS) program, and other ongoing Adult Language projects.
• Lead CAL’s work in developing and implementing professional development services for adult language education.
• Manage and supervise staff and contractors for CAL’s EHLS program, BEST assessment program, and adult education PD.
• Collaborate and coordinate work with the VP for Programs and Development, and with CAL Directors in business development, including sponsored research proposals, and delivery of service activities.
• Support CAL’s efforts to advance new and innovative techniques to expand the Adult Literacy and Language Education area.
• Work collaboratively across the organization to expand CAL’s portfolio of contracts, grants, expertise, technical assistance services, experience, and reputation.
• Plan and manage the financial performance of the ALLE (3300) and BEST (3200) accounts in contract and grant portfolios.
• Monitor external and internal environment for development of new market segments.
• Collaborate with Communications, on communication activities and marketing campaigns for services offered.
• Represent the program area to clients, senior management, and external policy, research and development communities, including academia, the federal government, policy makers, and trade organizations.
• Lead/direct the scope and execution of projects.
• Manage and mentor project teams.
• Participate in the organization’s budget processes to develop and review quarterly financial and activity reports to ensure that expenses are consistent with the approved budget and programmatic activities.
• Participate and contribute to the Extended Leadership Team functions and activities.
• Communicate with potential state, district and school contacts about the provision of CAL services.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university, in a related field, with ten (10) years of relevant experience required, or
• Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university, in a related field, is preferred.
• Minimum of six (6) to ten (10) years of experience including a minimum of five (5) years of program management and supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge/background/experience in adult language and literacy education.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Experience in Adult Learning, Adult ESL Education or related fields. 
• Experience in large-scale language assessment or related fields. 
• Experience delivering publications and presentations on adult ESL education or related fields. 
• Experience in managing a team including project management and budget management. 
• Ability to lead business development resulting in the acquisition of major public and private funding. 
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with CAL President and senior staff. 
• Outstanding skills in communicating across all levels of the organization. 
• Ability in one or more languages other than English. 
• Strong skills in client interaction. 
• Strong analytical and writing skills. 

Preferred 

• Experience with federal programs 
• Experience with institutes of higher education 
• Experience developing professional development programs 

Additional Information

COMPENSATION:

The compensation range for this position is 117,000 - 155,000 annually based on qualifications, education, and years of experience. This position is benefits eligible.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to effectively communicate. The employee may be required to sit or stand in a stationary position for 50% of the time. This position constantly operates a computer and other office productivity equipment. CAL adheres to ADA compliance and guidelines as a common practice.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time. 

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT 

The Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, CAL complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

CAL expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of CAL employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.