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Full-time, benefits-eligible, grant-funded, exempt, non-classified. This position is expected to last the duration of the grant.

Summary: The Director of Apprenticeship and Work Based Learning will oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of state and DOL level apprenticeship opportunities. The director will work with local and regional business and industry partners to develop and maintain pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs based on employment trends and needs. Participation in local industry committees, steering committees, and meetings as necessary.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership for the planning, development and delivery of pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs offered leveraging credit and continuing education programming.
• Coordinate with employers and workforce partners to expand pre-apprenticeships and apprenticeships including adult, incumbent worker and youth.
• Evaluate work/life experience to determine eligibility/qualifications for Prior Learning Credit.
• Assist in the development of marketing strategies and material to publicize apprenticeship programs.
• Responsible for the management, documentation, and accountability for apprenticeship programs sponsored and supported by the college.
• Provide leadership in the development and implementation of programming focused on applied technologies including manufacturing and industrial training opportunities.
• Maintain and build working relationships with college teams, business and industry, governmental agencies, community organizations and workforce development partners to ensure quality and relevance to programs.
• Research new opportunities for business and community engagement supporting manufacturing and industrial workforce development.
• Travel locally, regionally, and statewide to maintain business and industry partnerships and to effectively manage all aspects of pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs.
• Work effectively in a team-based environment.
• Participate in subject or program leadership teams and college-wide committees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited higher education institution is required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience working within economic and/or workforce development.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and management skills.
• Ability to both manage and lead small or large projects.

Physical/Work Demands:

• Work in a standard office environment and use office equipment. Some travel will be required.

Application Deadline: All applications must be received by Friday, February 23, 2024, for consideration. The review of applications will begin immediately.

To apply, submit a letter of interest, resume, the names, and contact information of three professional references, and copies of college transcripts via email to jobs@mctc.edu or via mail to:

HR, Employee Development & Payroll

Mountwest Community & Technical College

One Mountwest Way

Huntington, WV 25701

For additional information, please call 304-710-3434. Only complete applications will be given full consideration.

Mountwest Community & Technical College is an EEO/AA Employer

Mountwest Community & Technical College and the Community and Technical College System of West Virginia are equal opportunity employers. To that end, we endeavor to provide equal treatment in employment and provision of services to applicants, employees, and those we serve without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, or veteran status. Mountwest provides a collegial, respectful, and inclusive environment that values the diversity, creativity, and contributions of its staff.

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