SUMMARY

The Technology and Trades Manager serves as a key liaison between the community, local workforce, and the Center for Workforce Development at the college. They are responsible for fostering partnerships, driving outreach initiatives, and promoting skills training workforce development programs that support economic growth and personal enrichment. This includes the development, implementation, and oversight of technology and trades programming strategic planning, relationship building, and collaboration with community partners, employers, and internal stakeholders to deliver programs aligned with local workforce and educational needs. Reports to Executive Director of the Center for Workforce Development.
Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for events, classes or partnerships. Travel to other LCCC sites, partner locations and industry events required.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Five years of experience in recruiting, workforce development, or training.
• One year of experience with program administration or compliance oversight.
• Experience in adult education or skills training program delivery.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Strong teamwork, initiative, and customer service orientation.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual proficiency.

• Maintains and grows enrollment and revenue related to skills training, and workforce development programs.
• Designs, develops, implements, and evaluates new and existing programs, creating current and relevant certifications aligning to community, workforce and regional needs.
• Supports customized and contract training funds and programming, including Community Education and employer-related services.
• Build career pathways by establishing connections between skills training offerings and associate degree programs, fostering seamless educational transitions.
• Coordinates employer advisory committees to ensure programs remain aligned with industry needs. Participates in program evaluation and compliance reporting in accordance with relevant state and institutional policies.
• Coordinate and develop pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship opportunities for students. Manage relationships with employers for these opportunities.
• Manages and provides oversight to WEDnet training and funding, approving and fiscal year end reports.
• Promotes LCCC’s education and training programs in the community through outreach and engagement. Develops and maintains partnerships with local businesses, educational institutions, and workforce organizations to expand skills training offerings.
• Recruit, hire, and supervise program coordinators, instructors, and adjunct faculty. Provide mentorship and support to faculty regarding instructional practices, industry trends, and regulatory compliance. Oversee instructor credentialing and ensure adherence to certification and licensing requirements where applicable. Conduct performance evaluations and support ongoing professional development for staff.
• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with department revenue goals. Identify and pursue funding opportunities, including grants, to support program expansion and sustainability. Oversee the procurement and maintenance of program equipment, supplies, and resources.