We are a district of three distinct colleges—North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College—and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation.

As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the passionate work of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as we work against systemic racism. Additionally, you will gain the rewarding experience of contributing to the success of an open-access learning institution that prepares students for life and work, fostering a diverse, engaged and dynamic community.

Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy a competitive benefits package, professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice including, committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.

Position Overview:

Are you passionate about Education and serving the public? Have you created/built/ contributed to growth in your current position resulting in increased business? If these questions resonate with you, then we invite you to consider joining our team, an equity-focused open-access college dedicated to helping all students achieve their academic and professional goals. As a Program Manager, you will be responsible for being a key member of the team that supports Wine technology program and students in order to. In this role, you will represent the college, the program, and the students.

Priority deadline: First review of applications will be April 12, 2023. The position will be open until filled.

Application Procedures:

• Attach current Resume
• Attach cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job
• Attach Food Handlers and Mast Card

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online

What you will be working on:

• Formulate, advise and implement program policies and procedures; establish procedures to implement new programs or activities in compliance with federal, state and district guidelines and regulations.
• Review Wine Technology programs and recommend changes, modifications and expansion with appropriate documentation and analysis.
• Develop cost estimates, prepare budget requests or revisions and project future needs. Review estimates and monitor expenditures and purchases related to the program. Approve expenditures within approved budget line items.
• Review income/expense, statistical, and budget status reports and advise Dean of financial status of programs and of problem areas.
• Responsible for maintaining compliance with Federal, State, District and College regulations, policies and procedures and ensure all permits, licenses, and certificates are current. Submit TTB label approvals; complete Federal and State production-related reports.
• Manage purchasing, receiving, and inventory control including quarterly physical counts, wholesale distribution, and classroom samples.

What you bring as a candidate:

(Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience)

• Associates degree and at least five years of professional experience in a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to work in accordance of policies, procedures, and federal and state regulations.
• General knowledge of winemaking production and sales channels.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to approach complex issues and relationships with courtesy, patience and confidentiality. Ability to create strong teams.
• Excellent verbal, listening and written communication and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated experience with working effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds, such as racial, ethnic, religious, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic, and diverse physical and learning disabilities.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform range of physical motions, exerting up to 25 pounds; lifting and carrying up to cases of wine short distances; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping.

Disability Accommodation:

Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person

Notice of Non-discrimination Statement:

Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of “bullying” behaviors, including “cyber bullying”.

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the college’s Director of Legal Compliance:

1500 Harvard Avenue Seattle, WA 98122-3803

(206) 934-3873

Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.