Director, Skilled Trades & Continuing Education

NC Community Colleges; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Carolina Community College is seeking a Full-Time Permanent Director for Skilled and Technical Trades to lead the college’s Continuing Education division. The role oversees program development, scheduling, and staffing across multiple trades to meet community workforce needs.

The Director will manage budgets, supervise instructors, and ensure high-quality, relevant offerings while coordinating with military and civilian workforce partners.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Associate degree in a skilled or technical trade or related field required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Supervisory experience and strong interpersonal/communication skills.
• Proficiency with Excel and Word; experience with budgets and workforce interfaces preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise all skills, trades, computer, and related training programs.
• Provide leadership to ensure high-quality programs addressing the changing needs of the college’s service area.
• Schedule classes; hire and supervise instructors and staff; evaluate and improve program quality; advertise courses; budget for supplies, travel, and professional development; advise students.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Excel

Word

Budgeting

Adult education

Workforce interfaces

Skilled trades knowledge

Education

Diploma

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Coastal Carolina Community College is seeking a Full-Time Permanent Director for Skilled and Technical Trades to lead the college’s Continuing Education division. The role oversees program development, scheduling, and staffing across multiple trades to meet community workforce needs.

The Director will manage budgets, supervise instructors, and ensure high-quality, relevant offerings while coordinating with military and civilian workforce partners.