Job Details

Director - iOS Design Lab at TTU DFW

Position Number: 6650628
Location: Irving, TX
Position Type: Distance Education Programs

Director - iOS Design Lab at TTU DFW
Irving
42656BR
TTU at DFW

Position Description
Directs, plans, coordinates and supervises the operations and activities of a specialized unit or small department; develops and implements policies and procedures, administers the budget, organizes tasks and sets priorities. Serves as liaison with university personnel and community at large. Works under general supervision with broad latitude for initiative and independent judgement.

Major/Essential Functions
As the Director of the iOS Design Lab, you will lead the launch and growth of a dynamic innovation hub that connects education with entrepreneurship. You will spend time interacting with the community, meeting with school leaders, startup founders, and business executives to build partnerships and promote the Lab's mission. You will also curate programming with expert instructors, facilitate engaging experiences like design sprints, and oversee the Lab's operations and strategy. If you are energized by building community, shaping future talent, and driving innovation, this is your opportunity to lead a movement, not just a lab.

Serve as the primary facilitator and ambassador of the iOS Design Lab, representing its mission and programming to external partners and the broader community.
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with school districts, tech startups, corporations, and nonprofit organizations to expand the Lab's reach and impact.
Curate and coordinate programming with subject matter experts (SMEs) in coding, AI, and entrepreneurship, ensuring alignment with the Lab's goals and audience needs.
Facilitate engaging, entrepreneurship-focused experiences such as design sprints, startup workshops, and incubator sessions for learners ranging from K-12 students to professionals.
Collaborate with TTU K-12 staff and SMEs to develop and deliver youth-focused programming, including summer camps, hackathons, mobile labs, and teacher professional development.
Lead operational planning for the Lab, including scheduling, budgeting, staffing, and performance tracking to support sustainable growth.
Develop and implement a revenue-generating business model and a reporting system to track engagement, partnerships, program outcomes, and community impact.
Stay informed on trends and best practices in coding education, design thinking, AI, and workforce development to ensure the Lab remains relevant and forward-thinking.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related area required plus five years progressively responsible management experience. Additional education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of three years of experience in business development, program leadership, or strategic partnership cultivation.
Experience managing projects or programs with measurable outcomes.
Familiarity with technology education or innovation programming.
Master's degree in a related field.
Certified teacher in CTE or Business Education, especially with experience integrating technology and entrepreneurship into classroom instruction.
Experience in education, corporate training, or nonprofit program leadership.
Fluent in coding languages, especially those found in the iOS developer environment (i.e., Swift, SwiftUI, Xcode)
Experience working with K-12 school systems or in regional workforce development initiatives.
Familiarity with the Business Model Canvas and startup ecosystems, especially in the context of innovation, entrepreneurship, or incubator programming.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of design thinking, coding education, and emerging technologies such as AI.
Experience working in K-12 education, higher education, or workforce development.
Ability to design and lead immersive learning experiences like design sprints, hackathons, and incubator workshops.
Understanding of community engagement strategies and ecosystem building.
Comfort with public speaking, storytelling, and representing a program at external events.
Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Able to take initiative, drive projects forward, and adapt quickly to changing needs.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Minimum Hire Rate
4352.42

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.