This is a NON-CLASSIFIED employment opportunity.  Visit the State of Colorado for Classified employment opportunities.   

The Director of Engineering shall work under the direction of the Executive Dean of Science, Engineering, & Math, and shall provide oversight of purchasing, receiving, engineering department budgets and grants, course scheduling, marketing, transfer engineering student advising and extracurricular activity oversight, community networking, curriculum development, and oversight of engineering teaching/lab facilities and faculty and department employees. The Director shall maintain commitment to quality instruction, the primary objective of the institution. This leader will demonstrate a strong commitment to the value of diversity among students and staff, as well as sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of PPSC students.

Please note this is a 12-month position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed Master’s degree in a related field from a Higher Learning Commission accredited institution.
• Seven years of engineering related experience.
• Three years of teaching and online instruction experience at a postsecondary institution.
• Experience of interdepartmental functions; including purchasing, budgets, networking, community and public relations.

Professional level experience is defined by the Colorado Division of Human Resources: A position that involves the exercise of discretion, analytical skill, judgment, personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, or sharing an organized body of knowledge.  Colorado revised statute (C.R.S. 24-50-135(1) allows colleges to exempt positions from the State Personnel Classified System that are determined to be professional level work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in a related field from a Higher Learning Commission accredited institution.
• Four or more years of teaching at a postsecondary institution.
• Supervisory experience.
• Curriculum development.
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent Spanish.

For full consideration, all application materials must be received by 4:00 p.m. on May 8, 2025.  Applications accepted until position is filled.  

Pikes Peak State College reserves the right to close the job posting once a sufficient applicant pool has been obtained.  

Must be a State of Colorado resident or able to relocate to Colorado prior to first date of employment.

Visa support is not available for this position.

Application Instructions:  Application must be submitted online.  Incomplete applications may not receive full consideration.  A complete application will include:

• Cover letter - Address the minimum and preferred qualifications in the order listed on the job announcement.
• Resume - Reflect experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.  
• Unofficial Transcripts - Unofficial transcripts for all degrees conferred.  Official transcripts are required if hired for the position.  
• Professional References - Provide names and contact information for three recent professional references who can address your expertise and background for this position.

This position may be eligible for a variety of employee benefits.  Pikes Peak State College participates in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) contribution rates.

Note: Prior submission of application materials will not be considered.

Essential Functions  

• Oversee and manage duties relating to engineering department purchasing, receiving, budgeting and grants.
• Oversight of engineering teaching and laboratory facilities for transfer degree programs.
• Faculty and employee oversight in Engineering transfer degree programs.
• Engineering curriculum and program design.
• Strategic course scheduling.
• Community networking and coordination with university partners.
• Program marketing and information sessions.
• Engineering student advising and support of extracurricular activities.
• Other duties as required or directed by the Executive Dean.

General Duties, Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Cultural competence and demonstrated evidence, understanding, and commitment to the concepts of diversity, multiculturalism, and their application in the workplace.
• Establish clear and logical goals and objectives.
• Responsible for the oversight of all equipment, training needs, and general engineering and grant budgets.
• Responsible for internal planning, administration and program development, and also external relations with other program divisions, departments, agencies, and the general public.
• Responsible for new and existing articulations.
• Review industry trends, identify employer needs, and program data reports.
• Maintains program needs and communication.
• Assist with student advising for transfer engineering program.

As part of the State of Colorado, PPSC offers a competitive benefits package:

• PERA retirement benefits.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage.
• Life and Disability Coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts. 
• Paid Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Accrued Annual and Sick Leave.
• Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

This job description reflects Pikes Peak State College’s best effort to describe the essential duties and qualifications of the job.  It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job.  This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation.   

EEO Statement: Pikes Peak State College is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act institution.  We value diversity, strive for a more unified campus where all people are valued, treated fairly, and possess a sense of belonging.  Pikes Peak State College encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.