Program Manager – Training & WFD

Austin Community College; Minnesota; On-site; USD 82,500 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Retirement saving program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A training and workforce development organization in Minnesota seeks a Program Manager to oversee a portfolio of training projects. You will lead project management, client engagements, and budget oversight while ensuring program goals are met. The ideal candidate will have experience in project management and energy efficiency programs. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary range between $82,500-$87,000, with benefits focused on work-life balance and professional development.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a project or program manager.
• 2+ years of experience in energy efficiency or utility programs.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management for training initiatives.
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients.
• Monitor budgets for training programs.

Skills

Project or program management experience

Experience in energy efficiency or utility programs

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work with diverse groups

Strong organization and time management

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Project management tools (e.g., Asana)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hybrid – 1-2 days/week in our Minneapolis office

Join Our Dynamic Training and Workforce Development Team

We are looking for a Program Manager – Training & WFD to join our growing Training and Workforce Developmentteam! This role will report to the Director of Training and Workforce Development. The Training and Workforce Development team is responsible for career and contractor training for a variety of program models and funding sources (utility, state and federal). These include MN Home Energy Training (75%), MN ASHP Training Grant (20%), and Workforce Development (5%) held across the metro area and Greater MN. As a Program Manager – Training & WFD, you will be responsible for leading all project management duties across the portfolio of training initiatives including client engagement, contract management, budget management and oversight of work products. This position will be working alongside the Curriculum Development Manager and the Senior Workforce Program Manager to ensure departmental goals are being met.

Who We Are

Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) is a clean energy nonprofit with offices in North Loop of Minneapolis and St. Paul.We provide practical energy solutions for homes, businesses, and communities to cut energy waste and harmful emissions. We collaborate regularly with field peers and partners, and we employ curious people who enjoy learning and contributing to the Midwest’s quality of life and economy. Recognized as one of Minnesota's top 200 workplaces by the Star Tribune, CEE is known for its open communication, respect for diverse perspectives, and commitment to work-life balance.

What We Offer

Insurance Coverage Options: To ensure you and your family are well protected, we have got you covered with Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Saving Account, and Flexible Spending Accounts. Please see our 2025 Benefit Summary.

Impact: We want to make the world a better and more energy efficient place. Our work and the decisions we make are rooted in this foundational desire.

Future Planning: To help you secure your financial future, benefit from our retirement saving program. Reach your goal sooner with our immediate vesting and company contribution.

Work/Life Balance: We recognize the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our team members in various aspects of their lives. Our benefits include generous Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, and salary continuation for major medical events, ensuring that you have the support you need during significant life moments and personal challenges.

Holidays: Our company provides nine paid holidays each year, offering you ample time to observe important occasions and enjoy personal time.

Growth: We want everyone to grow and learn within their roles. We offer professional development opportunities and education assistance.

Championing DEI: Our committed DEI Committee promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment by establishing clear goals and assessing progress throughout the organization.

What You’ll Do

Project & Program Management

• Lead day-to-day project management for the full portfolio of training initiatives, ensuring activities, milestones, deliverables, and timelines are met
• Develop and maintain detailed project work plans, risk logs, and status reports to keep stakeholders informed
• Lead a cross-functional internal team across multiple departments to deliver work to a high degree of quality and high level of impact
• Coordinate resources across teams both internal and external to keep projects on schedule and within scope

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and partners throughout project life cycles
• Facilitate regular check-ins, progress updates, and collaborative meetings to build strong relationships and manage expectations

Budget & Contract Oversight

• Monitor budgets for multiple training programs, tracking expenditures and ensuring compliance with funding requirements
• Oversee contract execution, amendments, and reporting requirements in collaboration with internal Contracts, Legal, and Accounting Teams

Business Line Development & Growth

• Assist in reviewing and responding to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), including gathering data, drafting content, and coordinating internal inputs
• Support strategic planning by identifying emerging needs, industry trends, and opportunities for program growth

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Strategic Alignment

• Partner with the Curriculum Development Manager and Senior Workforce Program Manager to align initiatives with departmental goals
• Assist the Senior Workforce Program Manager, Workforce Training Manager, and WFD team staff with various projects for the workforce development programs, including but not limited to:
  • Managing invoices to Xcel and other workforce funders
  • Providing technical information and support with grant proposals related to workforce and training
  • Maintaining and expanding partnerships with Tribal communities and community-based organizations, employers and technical colleges in Greater MN
• Contribute to the development of best practices, tools, and processes to enhance operational efficiency between teams in the department

General

• Other tasks as assigned or apparent

Skills & Knowledge Requirements

• 1+ years of experience as a project or program manager
• 2+ years of experience in energy efficiency, weatherization, or utility programs
• Experience working as an administrator or contributor in a Learning Management System (LMS) such as D2L, TalentLMS, Canvas or Moodle
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and coaching skills
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and on a variety of tasks
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people
• Experience as a user in project management programs like Asana, Klient, or similar
• Strong organization and time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and others
• Equivalent skills or experience will be considered if any above areas aren’t explicitly met

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a project or program manager
• 5+ years of experience in energy efficiency, weatherization, or utility programs
• 2+ Experience working as an administrator in a Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as D2L, TalentLMS, Canvas or Moodle
• Proficiency as a managing user or administrator in project management programs like Asana, Klient, or similar
• Strong experience leading cross departmental programs and projects, including ability to coordinate, influence, motivate, and manage deliverables, timelines, and expectations

Compensation

Dependent on qualifications and experience, we expect that the pay range upon hire for this position will be $82,500-87,000.