Program Director, Manufacturing & Skilled Trades

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Peninsula Community College is seeking a Director of Manufacturing and Skilled Trades to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of workforce programs serving regional employers and students.

The role drives program strategy, curriculum development, staffing, facilities, budgeting, enrollment, and credential attainment across noncredit and credit pathways, in collaboration with multiple college units and external partners.

Qualifications

• Experience leading workforce and community college programs.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and personnel.
• Strong collaboration with industry and college units.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for manufacturing and skilled trades programs.
• Develop, evaluate, and expand workforce offerings aligned with labor market.
• Lead curriculum, staffing, facilities, and budget oversight.
• Foster employer engagement and pathways to credentials and careers.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Staff supervision

Curriculum development

Partnership building

Strategic planning

Job description

Virginia Peninsula Community College is seeking a Director of Manufacturing and Skilled Trades to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of workforce programs serving regional employers and students.

The role drives program strategy, curriculum development, staffing, facilities, budgeting, enrollment, and credential attainment across noncredit and credit pathways, in collaboration with multiple college units and external partners.