Universal Technical Institute

Manager Education

Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required, with a Bachelor Degree preferred.
  • Experience in teaching and/or management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Relevant certifications in Auto, Diesel, Welding, HVACR, Collision, Aviation, or Electrical Fields preferred.
  • Strong project management and time management skills, able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

  • Inspire and educate students in an engaging learning environment focused on HVACR.
  • Lead hands-on training with practical demonstrations for real-world skills.
  • Collaborate on curriculum development to keep courses aligned with industry trends.
  • Mentor students through project guidance, encouraging innovation and critical thinking.
  • Instill safety procedures to maintain a secure learning environment.
  • Manage the education department’s budget and staffing, ensuring quality staff development and classroom issues are addressed.
  • Ensure compliance with operational standards and act as a Campus Security Authority.

Benefits

  • Tuition waiver for employees and immediate family after 6 months of employment.
  • Competitive paid time off including vacation, sick, and holidays.
  • 401K retirement plan with 50% match on contributions after 90 days.
  • Four weeks of paid parental leave for all parents to bond with a new baby.
  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
  • Pet insurance available for furry family members through ASPCA.
Full Job Description
Overview

The Education Manager is a hands-on supervisor who coaches and develops a team of (15) Instructors within 11 different programs at the campus. This role will focus on having a positive impact on student enrollments, retention and profitability while fostering teamwork and ensuring the highest standard and consistent education delivery.

What We Offer:

  • Salary $85K
  • Paid Training
  • Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI
  • and Concorde campuses
  • Paid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible, Holiday)
  • Retirement Matching: Paid Holidays, Paid time off, 401K- 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days
  • Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
  • Competitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
  • Pet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA
  • Health Plan Enrollment: Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment
  • Add MIP yearly bonuses and other benefits


Responsibilities

  • Inspire and Educate: Create an engaging and inclusive learning environment where students can flourish, fostering their passion for the HVACR industry while imparting your expert knowledge.
  • Hands-On Training: Lead by example and provide practical demonstrations, ensuring students gain real-world experience in diagnostics, maintenance, and repair.
  • Curriculum Development: Collaborate with our education team to enhance existing courses and develop new ones that align with industry trends and advancements.
  • Mentorship: Guide and mentor students on their projects, encouraging them to think critically and find innovative solutions.
  • Safety First: Instill the importance of safety procedures and best practices to ensure a secure working environment for students.
  • Manage the Education department in areas of responsibility by developing and maintaining the budget; controlling departmental purchases and instructor scheduling; hiring and disciplining staff; supporting and promoting instructor development and training through coaching and mentoring; and communicating with staff and students on classroom issues and Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Responsible for the development and continued progress of our students by ensuring classes are supplied and courses staffed; partnering with course instructors to improve quality of education with presentation and technical expertise; reviewing new information and updates to stay current with the industry; communicating with other leaders and Admissions to ensure consistent application of rules and guidelines, communication, and delivery of a quality education; counseling students on problems or discipline issues and at times work with other departments to implement solutions.
  • Ensures UTI is legitimate in our operations by following the compliance related responsibilities for this position in the supplemental document.
  • Performs the obligations of a Campus Security Authority (CSA) including data collection and reporting under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act".
  • Establish/maintain a high-performance team of professional, motivated and engaged staff utilizing effective training, performance management and career-development activities while leading them to achieve established business results and performance metrics.
  • Recognizes and rewards employee contributions and achievements.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

Education / Experience
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Bachelor Degree preferred
  • UTI - Lisle only: ASE's for course(s) to be taught, or Master Certification for course(s) to be taught, or post-secondary education credential from UTI or similar credential to what UTI confers, or Associate's degree, or Bachelor's degree, and valid High School diploma or GED.
  • 5 years prior teaching and/or management experience


Skills
  • Project Management skills
  • Communication skills (verbal and written) and computer skills (Microsoft Office products)
  • People and management skills and abilities
  • Time management skills and deadline oriented, can adapt to a changing fast-paced environment
  • Can create budgets and interpret financial data
  • Problem solving and decision-making skills, using good judgment and professionalism


  • Education: High school diploma or GED, Required, bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Experience: 5+years of practical work experience in the leadership, management, and strong team building.
  • Certifications: Leadership, management, trade knowledge with Auto, Diesel, Welding, HVACR, Collision, Aviation, and Electrical Fields
  • Communication Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to effectively connect with students and fellow staff
  • Patience and Empathy: A patient and empathetic approach to teaching, understanding that every student learns at their own pace

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About Universal Technical Institute

Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (UTI) is a provider of technical education training for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians. The company was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. UTI operates 13 campuses across the United States and offers a range of programs that can be completed in as little as 11 months. The company has partnerships with leading manufacturers in the automotive and transportation industries, including BMW, Ford, and Cummins.
Learn more about Universal Technical Institute
Size
1,660 employees
Market Cap
$214.2 million
Industry
Net Income
$4.4 million
5 Year Trend
+5.2%
Revenue
$289.6 million
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