Director Of Workforce Development

University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Base: $70,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Network with businesses and industries
Coordinate non-credit programs
Develop training agreement documents
The Director of Workforce Development is responsible for coordinating workforce development activities and opportunities in the Central Arkansas region by networking with businesses, agencies, and other entities to pursue training partnerships

Job Summary

  • The Director of Workforce Development is responsible for coordinating workforce development activities and opportunities in the Central Arkansas region by networking with businesses, agencies, and other entities to pursue training partnerships.
  • Key responsibilities include managing multiple non-credit programs, developing training agreements, coordinating grant completion, and providing direction and supervision for faculty and staff.
  • The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 3-5 years of experience in higher education or business leadership, and at least 3 years in project management, with a valid Arkansas Driver's License and reliable transportation.

Matching Summary

The Director of Workforce Development is responsible for coordinating workforce development activities and opportunities in the Central Arkansas region by networking with businesses, agencies, and other entities to pursue training partnerships.

Salary

Base: $70,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Network with businesses and industries
  • Coordinate non-credit programs
  • Develop training agreement documents
  • Recruit for training opportunities
  • Research labor market data trends

Nice-to-have

  • Build relationships with stakeholders
  • Foster a positive work environment
  • Commitment to college vision and mission

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in education, business, communications, marketing, sales, or related field
  • 3-5 years of experience in higher education or business leadership
  • 3 years of experience in project management
  • Experience managing budgets
  • Valid Arkansas Driver's License and reliable transportation

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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