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Program Specialist, Professional Development Center (PDC) at Restore Education

Position Description: The two Program Specialists for the Professional Development Center (PDC) will provide collaborative leadership and subject matter expertise in the establishment and implementation of the PDC at Restore Education. The purpose of the PDC is to provide professional development and technical assistance to support and advance adult educational pathways to in-demand careers across the state of Texas with an emphasis on system integration. The Program Specialists reporting to the PDC Project Manager will offer expertise in curriculum design, delivery models, collaboration, facilitation, and implementation of a multi-faceted professional development center to support integration of AEL (Adult Education and Learning) and IET (Integrated Education and Training) best practices, improve Texas workforce system alignment, and enhance employment and post-secondary outcomes for priority populations. This will include a combination of leading and supporting multiple interrelated activities such as a cohort based professional development academy, multi-day symposium, regional events, webinars, online professional development portal, and employer resource hub as well as additional technical assistance projects. The position will work in close collaboration with the PDC team and diverse stakeholders including but not limited to Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) personnel, adult basic education providers, post-secondary institutions, students, large employer representatives, and community members. This is a full-time position, accountable to the PDC Project Manager, which requires the exercise of discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance related to the management and implementation of the PDC.

Supervisor: Project Manager, Professional Development Center (PDC)

Status: Exempt

Schedule: Full-time hours with flexible schedule (some Evenings and Weekends required). Travel within state of Texas required up to 30% of time.

Location: Remote or hybrid (with location in the state of Texas required).

Number of Positions Available: Two (2)

Responsibilities

The two Program Specialists will be responsible for co-creating and executing the following scope of work with leadership and guidance from the Project Manager and with the support of an Administrative Coordinator and contracted Marketing and Event team:

A cohort-based learning academy made up of adult education providers across Texas focused on strengthening workforce and training integration inclusive of growing labor markets, increasing accessibility and incorporating best practices for diverse learners.

An annual multi-day Professional Development symposium engaging diverse cross-sector stakeholders to support integration of AEL and IET best-practices, improve Texas workforce system alignment, and enhance employment and post-secondary outcomes for priority populations.

A minimum of three development regional professional development workshops targeted for AEL Providers to support integration and adoption of AEL and IET best practices and enhance statewide post-secondary outcomes for priority populations in collaboration with a regional workgroup.

Advise on online PDC content including webinars, professional development resources, event content, and a contract trainer database

Design an employer engagement hub and serving as a key advisor on employer engagement strategies and integration

Development of all PDC content and curriculum, including the development of high-quality learning and training materials, identification of dynamic speakers and facilitators, creation of contextualized content utilizing industry research and evidence-based best practices to meet stakeholder needs and align with TWC strategic plan.

Full implementation of PDC learning and training components including advising on content delivery methods and needed resources, recruitment and engagement plans, and event logistics.

Advise on the creation of and support execution of an evaluation plan to ensure PDC curriculum and activities align with TWC strategic plan and result in measurable outcomes to advance stated goals.

Additional Responsibilities:

Provide direct technical assistance to AEL providers as needed

Identify and build relationships with subject matter experts to support content development and delivery

Track activities and session evaluations to support on-going reporting requirements and contribute to a comprehensive annual evaluation report

Provide leadership and support as requested to support PDC activities as needed to successfully launch the PDC and successfully meet all TWC expectations and requirements

Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required and/or assigned.

Education and Experience

Aligned with Restore Educations mission and core values; post-secondary success is for everyone.

Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Education, Social Sciences, Psychology, Interdisciplinary Studies, or a related field of study. Masters degree preferred.

Experience in designing and implementing integrated education and training programs required

3+ years of direct experience teaching and/or facilitating trainings for adult learners

3+ years of contextualized, evidence-based curriculum development and design experience with an emphasis on professional development and adult learners

Experience in workforce development and cross-sector employer engagement

Experience designing, delivering content, facilitating engagement and leading conferences, workshops and webinars required

Experience managing logistics and budgets for complex multi-day events, meetings or conferences preferred

Experience working with diverse stakeholders including community-based organizations, government agencies, post-secondary institutions, industry associations and school districts highly desired

Experience working with complex, high-growth organizations and comfortable engaging with and presenting at senior levels.

Experience in developing program recruitment and outreach plans and materials preferred

Experience in content evaluation and outcomes measurement preferred

Website content creation and development experience preferred

Exceptions to these requirements will be considered based on exemplary skills, training, and record of success.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of the adult education system, workforce development pipelines and career pathway resources across Texas.

Able to navigate a high degree of complexity in scheduling, organizing and managing calendars, event and meeting logistics.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy; persistent follow-through skills.

Expertise in turning research and evaluation into relevant, dynamic learning opportunities with the ability to drive multilayered conversations to consensus, including conceptualize the implications of quantitative and qualitative data, sometimes amid disparate and even contradictory information.

Impeccable writing, presentation and oral communication skills, and the ability to synthesize and translate complicated materials into clear and simple language. This includes the translation of academic research into practical, applicable knowledge and tactics.

Sound judgment, keen analytical and business strategy skills, and the ability to think critically, make decisions, and justify recommendations and results based on data and analysis.

Strong project, time, and people management skills, including demonstrated ability to think independently and with limited supervision, flexibility, and tolerance of ambiguity are pre-requisites. Ability to manage and bridge competing priorities and deadlines across multiple stakeholders.

Outstanding interpersonal skills with a professional and genial demeanor, and the ability to work with and lead people with different backgrounds and experiences. Skilled in building mutually beneficial trust-based relationships

Highly energetic, self-motivated, and entrepreneurial, able to balance a meticulous and highly rigorous professional approach with a flexible and empathetic responsiveness to the needs of others. While skilled at thinking, working independently, and advocating own point of view, respects and solicits the contributions of others.

Familiarity with CRM databases i.e. Salesforce, TEAMS

Schedule: Full-time hours with flexible schedule (some Evenings and Weekends required). Travel within state of Texas required up to 30% of time.

Location: Remote or hybrid (with location in the state of Texas required).

Estimated Annual Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000

Benefits: Employer-covered health, vision, and dental, and employer-covered life insurance, plus affordable auxiliary plans and generous PTO policy.

* This position is funded by a grant through 9/30/2026. Although the grant is expected to end after 12 months, there might be a possibility to obtain continued funding. If that would occur, your employment under the grant might also be extended. However, all employment is considered at will and may be terminated by you or the agency at any time regardless of the grant's end date. *

Restore Education is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES

Must possess a valid Class C Texas Drivers License or obtain a valid Class C Texas Drivers License within thirty (30) days after becoming a resident of the State of Texas.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical requirements include visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Subject to sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and walking to perform the essential functions.

ADA/ADAAA Statement

Restore Education is committed to equal opportunity in employment for persons with disabilities and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as amended, and any other applicable state and federal laws. Accordingly, Restore Education does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities regarding application, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training or other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. Moreover, it is Restore Educations policy to provide reasonable accommodations in employment to qualified individuals with disabilities so that they can perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of Restore Educations business or would change the essential functions of the position. Retaliation against an individual with a disability for utilizing this policy or seeking a reasonable accommodation is prohibited. Individuals with any questions or requests for accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Program Specialist, Professional Development Center (PDC) at Restore Education – SAN ANTONIO, Texas

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