Director Duties & Replacement Director Policy - Texas Only
Director Duties & Replacement Director Policy - Texas Only
Assigned To: Sarah Dungan
Category: School Life Cycle
Department: Business Development, Campus Manager, Compliance
SOP Rule: Trigger
Status: Approved by CEO and Implemented
Purpose
This SOP outlines the responsibilities of a Director and the process for replacing a Director in compliance with Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) regulations. It ensures proper oversight, regulatory compliance, and continuity of school operations.
Scope
Applies to all Zollege school locations requiring a designated Director. Covers Director duties, renewals, replacements, and coordination across Compliance, Program Managers, and Business Development teams.
Definitions
- Director: Individual responsible for oversight of a school location, with operational administration supported by Zollege.
- Continuing Education (CE) Credits: Minimum of 6 hours annually required for compliance.
- DocuSign: Platform used for signing Director applications and renewal forms.
- Replacement Director: New Director assigned due to resignation, termination, or operational changes.
- Acting Director: Temporary Director (up to 90 days) approved under special circumstances.
Responsibilities
- Compliance: Manage Director applications, ensure TWC compliance, maintain documentation
- Business Development: Track CE credits and support Director sourcing
- Program Managers: Initiate replacement process and ensure timely coverage
- BizDev Team: Identify and coordinate new Director candidates
Procedure
Director Duties
- Initial Application: Director signs application and signature page via DocuSign
- Annual Renewal: Director signs renewal forms to maintain licensing
- Inspections: Provide proof of 6 CE hours annually
- End of Year Reporting: Sign annual job report
- Requirements: Must meet TWC standards including experience and education requirements
Replacement Director Process
- Termination or Resignation:
- Identify replacement within 2 weeks
- Notify Compliance with candidate details
- Send application via DocuSign
- Complete required approvals and documentation
- New Locations or Address Changes:
- BizDev identifies candidate
- Coordinate with Compliance for application and approval
- Acting Director:
- Temporary assignment up to 90 days
- Must meet TWC requirements
- Notify TWC within 24 hours
New School Emergency (Texas Only)
- Acting Director may be assigned temporarily
- Must ensure permanent Director is identified within required timeframe
- Submit all documentation within 90 days
Completion Criteria
- Director assigned within required timeframe
- All documents signed and submitted
- TWC notified and compliance maintained
Tools and Resources
- Hiring Requirements by State (Smartsheet)
- School Info Tracker
- Director Application Documents (DocuSign)
Revision History
- 1st Version: 03/21/25
- 2nd Version: TBD
- 3rd Version: TBD