Workforce Development Programs Lead

West Virginia Northern Community College; Weirton, Wheeling (WV, WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia Northern Community College in Weirton and Wheeling seeks a CEWD program manager to plan, develop, and coordinate a diverse slate of continuing education courses aligned with local workforce needs. The role emphasizes collaboration with regional employers and cross-campus scheduling.

The incumbent will recruit/instruct qualified staff, manage contracts, coordinate schedules and materials, and support enrollment, marketing, and student communications to ensure program quality and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in one of the listed fields.
• Experience coordinating continuing education or workforce development programs is preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and schedule CEWD courses for Weirton and Wheeling.
• Cultivate relationships with regional employers to align programs with workforce needs.
• Recruit and evaluate instructors; manage contracts and hiring documentation.
• Coordinate course schedules, materials, and instructor communications.
• Oversee marketing, enrollment, and student communications for CEWD offerings.
• Manage CEWD programs across multiple campus locations and budgets.

Skills

Program management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health care, information technology, business, trades, manufacturing, engineering fields

Job description

West Virginia Northern Community College in Weirton and Wheeling seeks a CEWD program manager to plan, develop, and coordinate a diverse slate of continuing education courses aligned with local workforce needs. The role emphasizes collaboration with regional employers and cross-campus scheduling.

The incumbent will recruit/instruct qualified staff, manage contracts, coordinate schedules and materials, and support enrollment, marketing, and student communications to ensure program quality and