CTE Development Coordinator

Fort Scott Community College

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Development Coordinator

Career and Technical Education

Director of Career and Technical Education and Workforce Development

• Bachelor’s Degree in CTE or a related field, OR 5+ years of experience in workforce development.
• Demonstrated experience in the CTE field.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work full‑time hours on a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Understanding and experience recruiting students to CTE programs.
• Strong understanding of how to develop and grow apprenticeship programs.

The CTE Development Coordinator will play a critical role in advancing workforce development at Fort Scott Community College by connecting students to high‑demand careers in Construction Trades, Welding, and Heavy Equipment. This position will establish and foster triangular partnerships between regional business and industry partners, career service organizations, and FSCC CTE programs. The coordinator will lead collaboration efforts across the institution, provide strategic direction for CTE growth and innovation, and ensure alignment between academic programming and regional workforce needs.

This role also supports the development and operational success of the FSCC Technical Education and Careers (TEC+) hub for workforce training and credential attainment.

• Partnership Development & Workforce Alignment
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with regional businesses and industry partners.
  • Facilitate collaboration between employers, career service entities, and FSCC CTE programs.
  • Organize and facilitate semesterly advisory board meetings.
  • Ensure programs align with regional workforce demands.
  • May serve other programs as needed.
• Program Development & Operations
  • Coordinate office space and operational partnerships within the FSCC TEC+ Center.
  • Provide logistical support for Construction Trades, Welding, and Heavy Equipment programs housed in TEC+.
  • Ensure students have a one‑stop shop to access credentials and workforce opportunities.
  • Oversee appearance, organization, and functionality of TEC+ facilities.
• Compliance, Policy & Innovation
  • Establish and maintain safety and OSHA‑related policies and procedures.
  • Stay informed on workforce legislation and funding opportunities.
  • Support continuous improvement and innovation in programming.
• Grants & Apprenticeships
  • Assist in implementation, tracking, and reporting of workforce grants.
  • Lead development and oversight of the FSCC Kansas Registered Apprenticeship Program.
• Procurement & Resource Management
  • Oversee procurement processes for Construction Trades, Welding, and Heavy Equipment programs.
  • Ensure resources and equipment align with industry standards.

MAY BE REQUIRED TO sit/stand for long periods, speak and hear clearly, drive to various sites, lift heavy objects up to approximately 50 pounds. Must also be willing to work flexible schedule to facilitate recruitment needs and events.