Director of Workforce and Career Development

National Network of Public Health Institutes; Batesville (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville seeks a full-time Director of Career and Workforce Education to lead Professional Skills Training and employer engagement initiatives. You will guide customized training programs and collaborate with deans to align offerings with regional needs.

Responsibilities include directing career services, supervising staff, and coordinating with external partners to promote student employment outcomes and regional economic growth.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Three+ years of professional experience in workforce development, career services, or related areas.
• Experience developing community partnerships, managing program data/reporting, and supervising staff or instructors.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs, coordinate with academic divisions, and engage external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• 40% Employer Engagement & Regional Economic Development: engage regional industry partners, chambers, and economic boards; secure funding; develop MOUs; deliver presentations.
• 35% Program Leadership, Data & Operational Oversight: design and evaluate Professional Skills Training; oversee initiatives; manage data collection and reporting; hire and evaluate staff.
• 25% Career Services & Student Advising: lead career guidance initiatives; administer assessments; connect students with on-campus recruitment and industry events.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education / Business Administration / Organizational Leadership

Job description

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Closing Date

Type of Position

Administration - Academic Affairs

Workstudy Position

No

Job Type

Regular

Work Shift

Sponsorship Available

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville

The University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville (UACCB) is a comprehensive community college committed to providing learning experiences that improve the lives of those we serve. UACCB provides affordable access to technical education and college transfer programs that meet the diverse higher education needs of the citizens of north central Arkansas. These programs are provided to the traditional college student as well as to high school students through a state approved Secondary Area Career Center. The College also promotes economic development and an enhanced quality of life for the community through adult education, developmental education, customized business and industry training, and continuing education programs. UACCB's mission is to provide quality educational opportunities within a supportive learning environment. We promote success through community partnerships, responsive programs, and an enduring commitment to improvement. Thank you for your interest. We hope you will be joining us soon! If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process or for general application assistance, please contact the Human Resource Office at [phone].

Department

Dean of Health Professions

Summary of Job Duties

Basic Functions

Under the direction of the Dean of Career and Workforce Education, this full-time, 12-month position provides leadership, strategic guidance, and operational oversight for Professional Skills Training, Customized Training for Employers, and career development services. This position serves as a primary liaison to regional employers, industry partners, and community organizations to drive regional economic growth. In coordination with academic deans who oversee specific programs, the Director manages offerings such as Customized Training for Employers and specialized initiatives, like Firefighter Rookie School. Additionally, the Director leads data collection and reporting for Professional Skills Training while directing student career counseling, job placement initiatives, and employer engagement strategies. The Director leads comprehensive career guidance initiatives, including administering career assessments and advising students on career paths, and directs employer-student connections via on-campus recruitment, job fairs, industry visits, and digital job platforms.

Caring Campus Responsibilities: As a member of the UACCB community, each employee is responsible for advancing the Caring Campus culture to enhance student connection and success and to embody the campus purpose: Improve Lives. Key duties include adhering to the campus name badge policy, treating all visitors as guests, engaging with the campus community by reviewing institutional communications, participating in campus events, and supporting a collaborative, positive workplace environment.

Position Duties

40% Employer Engagement & Regional Economic Development: Actively engage regional industry partners, chambers of commerce, and economic development boards to identify workforce trends and implement Customized Training for Employers. Develop external partnerships, secure funding opportunities, build MOUs, and deliver public presentations promoting UACCB programs.

35% Program Leadership, Data & Operational Oversight: Coordinate, design, and evaluate Professional Skills Training programs. Oversee initiatives such as Customized Training for Employers and Firefighter Rookie School in coordination with the appropriate academic deans. Lead all data collection, tracking, and reporting for Professional Skills Training to ensure compliance and quality. Hire, supervise, and evaluate instructional staff.

25% Career Services & Student Advising: Lead comprehensive career guidance initiatives, including administering career assessments and advising students on career paths. Direct employer-student connections via on-campus recruitment, job fairs, industry visits, and digital job platforms.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge

Workforce & Economic Development: Deep understanding of regional workforce trends, Customized Training for Employers models, and economic development strategies. Data Management & Reporting: Knowledge of data collection methodologies, performance metrics, and reporting frameworks for Professional Skills Training. Career Counseling & Assessment Tools: Working knowledge of career development theories, skill assessment administration, and occupational pathway mapping. Regulatory & Accreditation Standards: Knowledge of state educational reporting agencies, grant management, MOU structures, and compliance frameworks.

Skills

Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Skilled in coordinating with academic deans and division leaders to align program offerings such as Firefighter Rookie School and customized business solutions. Strategic Relationship Management: Skilled in establishing and maintaining robust partnerships with external business leaders, local government, and regional employers. Program Planning & Data Analysis: Proficient in designing Professional Skills Training programs, analyzing workforce data, and tracking participant outcomes. Supervision & Team Leadership: Strong supervisory skills to hire, guide, and evaluate instructional talent and support staff.

Abilities

Inter-Divisional Coordination: Ability to work collaboratively with academic deans who oversee specialized programs to ensure smooth operational execution. Public Representation & Communication: Ability to deliver compelling presentations, represent the college professionally across diverse community networks, and negotiate collaborative agreements. Data Integrity & Reporting: Ability to systematically collect, analyze, and report accurate performance data for Professional Skills Training initiatives. Student Advocacy & Guidance: Ability to provide structured guidance to help students translate educational outcomes into direct employment opportunities.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in Higher Education, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field.

• Minimum of three years of professional experience in workforce development, professional skills training, career services, or business outreach.

• Demonstrated experience developing community partnerships, managing program data/reporting, and supervising staff or instructors.

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, presentation tools, and learning/career software platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in Higher Education, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field.

• Experience working within a community college setting.

• Experience coordinating workforce programs in conjunction with academic divisions.

• Proven track record in securing grant funding or workforce development state funds.

• Experience creating customized training for employers and inter-agency agreements

Additional Information

Salary Information: $52,000-$55,000

Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Contact Information

Human Resources [e-mail]

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity

Balancing, Crouching, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Reaching, Standing, Stooping, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity

N/A

Benefits Eligible

Yes