Director, Workforce Development & Industry Partnerships

National Network of Public Health Institutes; Morrilton (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) seeks a Director of Workforce Development to lead non-credit workforce training initiatives and partnerships with business and industry.

Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor, you will develop, implement, and evaluate programs, coordinate scheduling, and oversee trainers and grant projects.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in a related field and supervisory experience; a master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in economic/workforce development, community development, industrial relations, business or related field.
• Three years of supervisory experience.
• Master’s degree preferred in related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, promote, and evaluate workforce training programs that support regional workforce needs and economic development efforts.
• Build and maintain partnerships with business, industry, government agencies, workforce organizations and community stakeholders.
• Conduct needs assessments with employers and develop customized training solutions.
• Coordinate scheduling, implementation, and assessment of non-credit workforce training programs, short-term credentials, and professional development offerings.
• Recruit, supervise, and evaluate trainers and facilitators for short-term training courses.
• Manage grants and special projects and provide required reports to stakeholders.
• Represent the College and Division at professional events and collaborations.
• Support the mission of Workforce Education and Training and UACCM.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) seeks a Director of Workforce Development to lead non-credit workforce training initiatives and partnerships with business and industry.

Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor, you will develop, implement, and evaluate programs, coordinate scheduling, and oversee trainers and grant projects.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in a related field and supervisory experience; a master’s degree is preferred.