Welding Senior Manager

Do you have a desire to work in an environment where you are helping others and changing lives? As an Instructor at TSTC, you can help improve the quality of many lives by sharing your experience and skills with our students.

Launch your career with TSTC by connecting with our Talent Acquisition team by emailing us at talentsourcing@tstc.edu.

What We Offer You:

• More than just a job but the start of a rewarding and fulfilling career

• Supportive environment where employee growth and success are promoted and celebrated

• Paid vacation, sick time & paid holidays, including an extended holiday break

• You will enjoy the stability of the State of Texas' comprehensive health and retirement benefits, competitive wages, State of Texas employee discounts, and much, much more. Follow the links below for additional details:

TSTC Benefits

TSTC Retirement Plans

Employee Discount Program

The employee will demonstrate TSTC's Core Values of Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students, and community members.

Program Alignment & Compliance

Ensures ongoing compliance with SACSCOC, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), and other applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. Prepares, reviews, and maintains documentation required for audits, accreditation reviews, and program approvals.

Dual Enrollment Oversight

Conducts and documents Dual Enrollment high school inspections in alignment with institutional, state, and accrediting requirements. Coordinates with secondary partners to ensure instructional quality, credential compliance, and documentation accuracy.

Credit Transfer Evaluation

Reviews and processes student credit transfer requests related to Welding programs. Ensures timely, accurate evaluations aligned with institutional policy and state requirements.

Instructor Credentialing & Recruitment Support

Assists with instructor recruitment processes, including verification of credentials, work experience, and compliance with accrediting and state standards. Maintains credential files and supports onboarding activities to ensure instructional readiness.

Accreditation Documentation & Reporting

Prepares and submits JAC and FCV forms for accreditation compliance and District of Alignment (DA) approval. Maintains accurate, auditable records supporting instructional delivery, faculty qualifications, and program approvals.

Records Management & Audit Support

Maintains centralized records and documentation to support internal reviews, external audits, and accreditation visits. Ensures consistency, accuracy, and accessibility of program records across campuses.

Operational Coordination

Coordinates daily operational alignment activities across campuses, supporting consistent implementation of policies, procedures, and instructional standards. Shares travel and inspection workload with the Director of Alignment to support statewide program needs.

Data Accuracy & Reporting

Supports accurate data collection and reporting for institutional, state, and federal requirements. Ensures alignment between program operations and reported outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

Associates degree or higher in Welding Technology, Education, Business, or a related field; relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in supervising academic programs, workforce education, compliance, or instructional operations.

Demonstrated experience with accreditation, credential verification, or regulatory compliance in an educational or training environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with Dual Enrollment programs, credit transfer processes, or statewide academic programs.

Familiarity with SACSCOC standards and Texas higher education compliance requirements.

Strong knowledge of academic compliance, accreditation processes, and documentation standards.

Ability to conduct site visits, inspections, and evaluations with professionalism and consistency.

Strong organizational, analytical, and record-keeping skills with high attention to detail.

Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaboration with faculty, administrators, and external partners.

Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and statewide responsibilities.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.

Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with program leadership.

Willingness and ability to travel regularly to campuses and Dual Enrollment partner sites.

Program Alignment:

Ensures consistent application of standards, policies, and procedures across campuses.

Compliance & Quality Assurance:

Maintains readiness for audits, accreditation reviews, and inspections.

Operational Execution:

Translates strategic direction into accurate, timely execution.

Collaboration & Communication:

Works effectively with faculty, staff, administrators, and external partners.

Data Integrity:

Supports accurate reporting and documentation for institutional accountability.

Adaptability:

Responds effectively to program growth, regulatory changes, and evolving institutional needs.

This job description outlines the general responsibilities and expectations of the role. It is not intended to include every task or responsibility. Additional duties may be assigned by leadership as needed.

This position is classified under Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) as exempt and operates in a professional and instructional environment that may include campus offices, classrooms, or lab settings.

TSTC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position.

TSTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, or veteran status.

The role may require movement across campus, participation in meetings, and engagement with faculty, staff, and students to support institutional goals. Work is primarily performed in an office or academic environment using standard technology and communication tools. These activities can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation to support the essential functions of the role.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at TSTC.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

After you complete your application, please send your transcripts to

faculty.credentialing@tstc.edu.