Apprenticeship Programs Lead & Partnerships Catalyst

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is seeking an Apprenticeship Coordinator to support the Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation pathway. The role ensures day-to-day operations for apprenticeship programs, supports students, faculty, and external partners, and drives program growth through recruitment and grant exploration.

The coordinator collaborates with unions, WTCS, BAS, and MATC faculty to maintain compliance, track apprentice progress, and resolve scheduling and registration

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in related field with 3 years of post-secondary apprenticeship experience.
• Administrative experience in apprenticeship programs such as Youth/Pre- Apprenticeship or Registered Apprenticeship.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with registration services to monitor student schedules and tuition payments.
• Act as primary contact for unions, external sponsors, WTCS, and MATC faculty/staff.
• Maintain apprentice contracts, progress records, cancellations, grades, and graduation documents.
• Design and execute recruitment strategies for youth and pre-apprenticeship programs; explore grants.
• Prepare confidential documents and reports; support division operations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to foster positive relationships and continuous learning.

Skills

Program management

Record keeping

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in related field

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is seeking an Apprenticeship Coordinator to support the Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation pathway. The role ensures day-to-day operations for apprenticeship programs, supports students, faculty, and external partners, and drives program growth through recruitment and grant exploration.

The coordinator collaborates with unions, WTCS, BAS, and MATC faculty to maintain compliance, track apprentice progress, and resolve scheduling and registration