Regional Director

Regional Director Duties

The Regional Director leads and directs OA's regional operations, in alignment with OA priorities; serves as the chief spokesperson and focal point for regional Registered Apprenticeship and workforce policy; coordinates staff and resources to facilitate information sharing and execution of priorities; and resolves issues and implements action plans to ensure aligned, effective services for workers and employers.

Provides strategic leadership for regional program modernization initiatives, ensuring effective implementation of new legislative mandates, executive priorities, and departmental policies affecting apprenticeship programs.

Exercises full supervisory authority over subordinate supervisors and professional staff responsible for apprenticeship program administration, compliance oversight, and stakeholder engagement.

Evaluates program effectiveness and regional performance outcomes using advanced analytical and program management methods.

Identifies emerging workforce trends, operational risks, and opportunities for program innovation to strengthen the National Apprenticeship System and align regional outcomes with national workforce development priorities.

Guides staff in conducting program reviews, analyzing compliance risks, and implementing corrective action strategies.

Promotes continuous organizational improvement by implementing change management strategies, strengthening customer service delivery, and supporting the modernization of apprenticeship systems and processes.

Directs the development and execution of regional operational plans, policies, and performance strategies to advance national apprenticeship expansion goals.

Ensures effective workforce planning, resource allocation, and program oversight to achieve mission objectives and maintain compliance with federal regulations and departmental policies.

Serves as the chief regional technical authority on the Registered Apprenticeship program and related workforce development initiatives.

Provides expert guidance and technical assistance to federal staff, state apprenticeship agencies, employers, labor-management organizations, educational institutions, and workforce development partners.

Advises stakeholders on complex programmatic issues involving program registration standards, training design, regulatory compliance, and apprenticeship system development.

Leads regional outreach and partnership development efforts with employers, industry associations, workforce boards, labor unions, community organizations, educational institutions, and state apprenticeship agencies.

Collaborates with the Office of the Solicitor of Labor (SOL) regarding legal interpretations, regulatory guidance, and the impact of court decisions on apprenticeship program administration.

Directs regional monitoring and analysis of performance metrics, program outcomes, and operational indicators.