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The Testing Platform Manager at iCEV will lead efforts to gain recognition for industry certifications and support certification initiatives through collaboration with state officials and industry partnerships.

Responsibilities: Manage the iCEV Testing Platform, drive state and higher-education recognition for certifications, develop partnerships with industry leaders, and mentor team members.

Skills: Strong management, strategic thinking, communication, and partnership development skills; proactive in enhancing Career & Technical Education programs.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred with a minimum of two years in partnership development or business development in an academic setting.

Location: Lubbock, TX, with a hybrid work model (3 days in-office, 2 days remote) after a probationary period.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $70,000 - $100,000.

Description

Who Are We:

Since 1984, iCEV has been a leader in Career & Technical Education, offering innovative curriculum and industry-recognized certifications that equip learners with real-world skills. Our comprehensive online platform supports educators and students across diverse fields. Join our team and make an impact, helping us to empower the next generation with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. 

Job Summary:

The iCEV Testing Platform Manager will be responsible for supporting the iCEV Testing Platform’s efforts in gaining recognition of the industry certifications iCEV hosts. Immediate efforts to gain recognition will include state endorsements of certifications and pursuing higher-education recognition of industry certifications. A long-term effort will include exploring opportunities for industry certifications within work-based learning. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• Reports may include supporting teammates, contract worker(s) as needed, and part-time worker(s) as needed.
• This position is responsible for the hiring, training, and mentoring of reports.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Remove barriers to earning industry certifications hosted on iCEV.
• Assist in managing the iCEV Testing Platform technology.
• Work with state department of education and workforce officials to understand the criteria industry certifications must meet to gain state recognition.
• Complete all applicable meetings, paperwork, supporting documents, etc. required for state recognition.
• Meet with business and industry associations to gain support for certifications.
• Collect letters supporting industry certifications.
• Develop relationships with industry-leading organizations to build new certifications applicable to CTE courses.
• Pursue opportunities to have college credit awarded for certifications hosted on iCEV.
• Explore connections between work-based learning and certifications hosted on iCEV.
• Collaborate with career and technical student organizations regarding proving career-readiness with industry certifications.
• Represent the organization at conferences, events, and other industry gatherings to promote the organization’s work and identify new partnership opportunities.
• Keep up with federal and state education efforts supporting CTE career readiness, including legislation and policy.
• Collaborate with revenue team to ensure the company hits goals.
• Certify teachers at events.
• Keep up with trends in the certification industry.
• Serve as testing platform customer support when needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong management skills, including multi-tasking, performing under pressure and short-deadlines, organization, attention to detail, and long-term thinking. 
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and state officials.
• Strong understanding of business and industry trends.
• Experience with partnership development in multiple sectors.
• Demonstrated success in developing and maintaining partnerships that drive revenue growth and improve program quality.
• Passion for the organization's mission and values with a drive to make a positive impact in Career & Technical Education programs and tomorrow’s workforce. 

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in partnerships development or business development, preferably in an academic setting.

Language Skills

• This position requires the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. The candidate must also possess the ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Finally, they must have the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. 

Mathematical Skills

• This position requires the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. The ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs is also necessary. 

Reasoning Ability

• This position requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form, as well as the ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. 

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Additional Details: 

• Our organization supports a flexible work environment that balances collaboration, productivity, and business needs. Following a probationary period, this role offers a hybrid schedule 3 days in-office, 2 days remote. Please note this is based on employee performance and is subject to change. 

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Preferred Certifications: While not required, we highly encourage applicants who hold any of the following industry-recognized certifications offered on our platform to apply. These certifications reflect valuable skills and knowledge aligned with the work we do:

• AMSA Culinary Meat Selection & Cookery Certification
• AMSA Food Safety & Science Certification
• AMSA Meat Evaluation Certification
• BASF Plant Science Certification
• Benz School of Floral Design Principles of Floral Design Certification
• Center for Financial Responsibility Personal Financial Literacy Certification
• Ducks Unlimited Ecology Conservation & Management Certification
• EETC Principles of Small Engine Technology Certification
• Elanco Fundamentals of Animal Science Certification
• Elanco Veterinary Medical Application Certification
• Express Employment Professionals Business Office Technology Certification
• Express Employment Professionals Career Preparedness Certification
• HBAA Residential Construction Skills Certification
• NCLCA Principles of Livestock Selection & Evaluation Certification
• NHJTCA Equine Management & Evaluation Certification
• NRCS Fundamentals of Conservation & Sustainability in Agriculture Certification
• Skilled to Build Michigan Foundation Residential Construction Skills Certification
• Southwest Airlines Professional Communications Certification
• SFMA Turfgrass Science Certification