Director of Career and Technology Education

Applitrack; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack in Omaha, NE seeks an Administration/ Director for Career and Technology Education to oversee district CTE programs and facilities, ensuring high instructional standards and compliance with policies.

The role requires master's level qualifications, budget and personnel management, and strong leadership for program evaluation and community partnerships.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education or a related field.
• Satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting check.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for development and implementation of innovative CTE programs and study pathways.
• Ensure ongoing evaluation of student progress and alignment with College and Career Readiness goals.
• Maintain curriculum relevance and alignment to industry standards.
• Support Teacher Incentive Allotment for CTE teachers.
• Identify local job opportunities for students and develop partnerships for internships.
• Deliver quality staff development to teachers to improve teaching and learning.
• Develop community partnerships for input, support and industry engagement.
• Assist campus administrators in developing campus CTE plans and budgets.
• Oversee and manage department budgets and cost estimates; approve department purchase orders.

Skills

Budget management

Personnel management

Organizational skills

Communication

Public relations

Data interpretation

Policy implementation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Position Details

• Position Type:
  Administration/ Director - Career and Technology Education
  


• Date Posted:
  10/2/2026
  


• Location:
  Curriculum and Instruction
  

Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage district career and technology education program and facilities to meet student needs.

Provides leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service.

Oversee compliance with district policies, success of instructional programs and operation of all campus activities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master's degree
Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting check

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Working knowledge of federal and state code governing career and technology education
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Knowledge of exemplary educational programs and practices in career and technology areas
Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness
Available to work frequent prolonged and irregular hours
Ability to implement policy and procedures and interpret data
Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in career and technical education (CTE) coordinator, director or above role preferred
High school counseling experience preferred
Experience with high school master scheduling, course planning, or related scheduling processes preferred
Experience coordinating, implementing, monitoring, or reporting on grants, including state or federal education grants such as Gear Up grants preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Provide leadership and support for development and implementation of innovative career and technology programs and programs of study.


2. Ensure that student progress is evaluated on a regular, systematic basis, and plans impact College and Career Readiness.


3. Ensure that curriculum is relevant and aligned to industry.


4. Help support the Teacher Incentive Allotment for CTE teachers.


5. Identify and define local job opportunities for students.


6. Collaborate with external partners for student internships.


7. Provide quality staff development for teachers to ensure best teaching and learning.


8. Develop community partnerships for input, assistance, and support for industry.


9. Assist and support to campus administrators in their development of campus plans for career and technology education.


10. Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.


11. Approve and forward purchase orders for the department to the accounting department.


12. Develop training options and/or improvement plans to ensure operation of the career and technology education department.


13. Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness.


14. Assist students, parents, and teachers with career, college, and scholarship information.


15. Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.


16. Monitors all measures of state and federal accountability.


17. Daily attendance and punctuality are essential functions of the job.


18. Oversee the Gear Up Grants


19. Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of assigned staff members.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide and statewide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Reviewed by:______________________________________________ Date:_______________________________

Received by:_______________________________________________ Date:_______________________________

Postings current as of 10/4/2026 1:58:05 AM CST.

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