Director of Workforce Development Job Morrilton area,Arkansas USA,Education / Teaching

Type of Position:

Management - Student Affairs

Workstudy Position:

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton

The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) is a proud member of the University of Arkansas System. The University of Arkansas System is comprised of land-grant research institutions, a teaching hospital, five community colleges, two schools of law, a presidential school, a residential math and science high school, and an online university, as well as divisions of agriculture, archaeology and criminal justice.

These entities exhibit unmatched economic and social impact across the state by providing numerous academic and professional opportunities. Below you will find the details for the position currently available at UACCM including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Department:

Workforce Education & Training

Summary of

Job Duties:

Title:

Director of Workforce Development

Appropriated Position:
Director of Workforce Development

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

Safety Sensitive:
No

Essential Worker:
No

Provisional:
No

The Director of Workforce Development works under the supervision of the Associate Vice Chancellor of Workforce Education and Training and is responsible for all activities related to the UACCM workforce development program. The Director’s primary responsibilities will be working with Business and Industry partners to development, implement, and schedule non-credit workforce training programs.

JOB DUTIES AND

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Develop, coordinate, promote, and evaluate workforce training programs that support regional workforce needs and economic development efforts.
Build and maintain strong partnerships with business, industry, government agencies, workforce organizations, and community stakeholders to identify training needs and workforce opportunities.
Conduct needs assessments with employers and develop customized training solutions.
Coordinate the scheduling, implementation, and assessment of non-credit workforce training programs, short-term credentials, and professional development offerings.
Facilitate specialized training when appropriate for businesses and industries.
Collaborate with academic divisions and college departments to align workforce initiatives with credit programs, career pathways, and community needs.
Coordinate outreach activities with secondary schools, career centers, and community organizations to promote workforce education and training opportunities.
Recruit, select, supervise, and evaluate full- and part-time trainers and facilitators of short-term training courses as needed.
Maintain accurate program, enrollment, and training records and provide required reports to internal and external stakeholders.
Assist with the development, implementation, management, and reporting requirements of workforce-related grants and special projects.
Represent the College and Division in professional manner at civic meetings, statewide meetings, and other events.
Participate in strategic initiatives that support the mission and goals of Workforce Education and Training and UACCM.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in economic/workforce development, community development, industrial relations, business or a related field.
Three years of supervisory experience

Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of the minimum qualifications upon approval of the Chancellor.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

A master’s degree with an emphasis in economic/workforce development, community development, industrial relations, business or a related field.
Prior work experience in higher education, workforce training, economic development, or business and industry engagement.
Experience managing grants, contracts, or workforce-funded initiatives.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Cover Letter
Resume’
List of three professional references
Copies of college transcripts, related licensure,…