Director, Skilled Trades

Job no: 493146

Work type: Full-Time Staff

Location: Arnold/Main Campus

Categories: Full-Time Staff

Director, Skilled Trades

CEWD Operations

Arnold/Main Campus

$103,737-$129,671

This position requires regular in-person presence on campus and at alternative locations, depending on class schedule and other assigned duties.

40

Full-Time Staff, Exempt

The Director is responsible for the leadership, oversight, development, and assessment of comprehensive workforce development programs in the areas of skilled trades for the School of Continuing Education and Workforce Development (CEWD). This position includes oversight of learning management systems and curriculum development of all skilled trades continuing education and training, supervision and evaluation of staff and part-time faculty, community and employer outreach, partnership development, and compliance with regulatory agencies, bodies and standards.

The Director is also responsible for the oversight and management of the Clauson Center for Innovation and Skilled Trades (CCIT) to include setting the strategic direction for the programming in the CCIT in alignment with the strategic plan and expectations of stakeholders, generating interest in CCIT’s programs through strategic outreach and engagement activities, and ensuring that instructional lab spaces are well maintained, safe, and operate efficiently.

The Director leads strategic planning efforts to establish goals, enhance student access and program outcomes, and promote the continued growth and revenue generation of CEWD.

• Program Management: Provides leadership and direction for the development of program enhancement and implementation of innovative continuing education and contract training based on assessed business community and local/regional industry and labor market needs in the areas of skilled trades and transportation. Works with associations such as Associated Builders and Contractors and Independent Electrical Contractors to establish partnerships that generate revenue for the college and provide a career pathway for students.
  
  Ensures that programming is inclusive and accessible in the following areas of responsibility: apprenticeship (electrical, HVAC, low voltage, and plumbing), pre-apprenticeship (electrical, HVAC, low voltage, mechanical tech, and carpentry), welding, and diesel technician.
• Internal and External
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Participates as an active member of the CEWD Director's team to implement the school's shared vision and strategic plans. Collaborates with other AACC department staff to promote a unified approach to program delivery. Serves on college-wide committees to further the goals of the institution. Liaises with related business and community organizations on behalf of AACC to build strategic partnerships for program currency and employment opportunities for students.
  
  Assumes a lead role in the planning, marketing, and execution of events designed to increase awareness in the community of the programming offered at the CCIT.
• Enrollment Management and Learning Outcomes Assessment: Assures that courses and programs follow best practices including identifying and achieving specific measurable outcomes and college competencies. Creates strategies based on results to continuously direct course development, improvement and promote student achievement. Oversees the ongoing enrollment analysis of courses, programs and facilities using data driven reports and environmental scanning tools. Develops 3‑5 year program schedules to maximize student recruitment and retention leading to credit pathways.
  
  Directs the implementation of strategies to achieve departmental and school enrollment and revenue goals. Assures instructional environments are regularly assessed and perceived as high quality. Oversees the registration of 500+ contract based apprenticeship students each fiscal year.
• Facilities Management: Ensures that the instructional lab spaces at the CCIT are maintained to the highest standards of safety, cleanliness and functionality. Acts as the final…