Director for Workforce Development

Description

Columbia Basin College ('CBC' or the 'College') seeks a Director for Workforce Development who will provide strategic planning, leadership, administrative oversight and overall programmatic direction for the apprenticeship and continuing education programs at CBC. This position is the primary liaison and is responsible for working with apprenticeship staff, apprentices, faculty, administrators and the private sector. The Director for Workforce Development's additional responsibility is identifying, developing and advancing new and existing professional-technical programs for the Career & Technical Education (CTE) division. This position follows the established processes, guidelines, and works in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to effectively meet workforce preparation needs in Benton and Franklin Counties. The Director for Workforce Development reports to the Dean for Career & Technical Education.

This position is open until filled. Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose application has been received by December 29, 2021 at 11:59 PM PDT.

Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.1 (Download PDF reader), state employees and employees of educational institutions must be fully vaccinated. Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing verification of your vaccine status, having an approved medical accommodation, or having an approved religious accommodation. No start date will be approved until you have either verified your vaccine status or have an approved accommodation. Need more information? Please contact covidvaccinemandate@columbiabasin.edu .

Primary Responsibilities

Apprenticeship

• Monitor and assure apprenticeship program and site compliance with state and federal regulations, accreditation, college policies and specific industry licensure and certificate requirements;
• Oversee the preparation and ongoing analysis of the apprenticeship budget, revenue and expenditures, including data collection and reporting;
• Collaborate with community leaders to identify and develop apprenticeship opportunities with employers in various trades and disciplines;
• Make necessary curriculum changes to the Multi-Occupational Trades AAS degree and lead the marketing of the degree to qualified apprentices;
• Submit curriculum changes to the Curriculum Committee for apprenticeship courses as appropriate;
• Participate in regional trade and union events, workgroups and activities where appropriate;
• Build and sustain relationships with community partners, service providers, local employers and trade unions, remaining informed of prerequisites for union apprenticeships and other employment opportunities; and
• Develop a pre-apprenticeship program.

Continuing Education and Customized Training

• Negotiate, develop and execute revenue-generating and/or grant-funded contracts;
• Oversee marketing, including target market identification, setting a marketing budget, setting course prices and updating CourseStorm website; write content for non-credit, contract training and self-support offerings at CBC and remote locations;
• Recruit, hire and oversee instructors involved in continuing education and customized training or other activities;
• Schedule courses, coordinate instructors and facilities for courses and programs;
• Collaborate with industry partners, faculty and deans to ensure programs meet industry needs and training standards; and
• Collaborate with employers and apply for Job Skills Program grants to provide training to meet employers' specific needs.

Workforce

• Analyze state, regional and local labor market trends; advise on the development of new and restructuring of existing CTE certificate and degree program offerings;
• Develop effective industry connections to support the creation of relevant professional/technical programs and maintain industry relationships to ensure the long-term alignment of these programs with changing industry needs; and
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies for targeted workforce programs and non-traditional populations in conjunction with the Marketing and Recruitment departments.

Other

• Write and compile data for grant applications and reports as required;
• Coordinate, schedule and perform outreach activities that support the School of Career and Technical Education;
• Serve on college committees, attend state meetings and represent the College at local business, industry, and community group meetings;
• Attend regional, state and national conferences to remain current with policies and procedures, economic outlook and employment trends, as well as non-traditional enrollment and secondary instruction;
• Manage special projects assigned by the Dean for CTE requiring research, data collection, analysis, implementation and reporting;
• Represent the Dean for CTE at meetings and events as requested; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an institutionally accredited college or university;
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in education or professional training, preferably in the area of workforce development; and
• Advanced computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree from an institutionally accredited college or university;
• Three (3) years of experience in program oversight and budget management;
• Bilingual in Spanish/English;

COMPETENCIES:

Administrative Skills : Promptly respond to requests for service and assistance; keep others in the loop as needed; maintain orderly physical and electronic records; present a professional image to students/public; follow policies and procedures;

Job Knowledge : Familiar with all the aspects of the job to be done and the environment under which that work is accomplished; a broad understanding of work as it applies both to the job and the organization;

Quality Management : Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; look for ways to improve and promote quality; apply feedback to improve performance; monitor own work to ensure quality;

Understanding Instructions : Ability to comprehend work orders and directions; trusted to fully and completely carry out directions or work orders; ability to effectively and efficiently apply job knowledge and skills to a directive;

Attitude Toward Progress and Change : Cooperate and support change and new processes; acceptance and quality performance throughout change;

Oral & Written Communication : Speak clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations; listen and get clarification; respond well to questions; demonstrate group presentation skills; participate in meetings; structure and convey information clearly and effectively through both formal and informal documents; review and edit written work constructively; ability to tailor to audience in mind;

Student Centered : Attention, interest, activities and efforts are centered upon the best interest of students; create and support an environment that enables learners to achieve their personal, academic and professional goals; provide courteous and helpful responses to all customers, whether they be students, general public or employees from another department;

Support for Diversity : Reflecting CBC’s mission, vision and values, support initiatives that expand the human qualities that differentiate our workplace and educational setting. Demonstrate and advocate an understanding of differences, open mindedness, compassion, sensitivity and interest in differing viewpoints given the diverse population and show a deep commitment to the involvement of colleagues, students and community members to student experience and success honoring freedom of expression as fundamental to personal, professional and organizational growth;

Accountability : Accountable for own actions, decisions, errors, mistakes and/or failures to act when appropriate; accept responsibility when given, understand what duties employee is responsible for and can be counted upon to carry out those responsibilities; and

Teamwork : Demonstrate a willingness to work with, and help others in completing job assignments, the ability to accept constructive criticism, and to cooperate with fellow employees and supervisors; demonstrate alignment with the 'Yes And' culture, (e.g., being present and listening, making each other look good, embracing change and failure and choosing positivity).

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is a twelve (12) month per year, full-time exempt position. The standard work hours will be Monday through Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Friday 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; however, work hours may vary due to work demands and some evening and weekend work may be required. This position is overtime exempt.

PROCESS NOTE:

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Additionally, pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employer. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who refuses to declare the existence or non-existence of an investigation or findings subject to this statute.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

In the interest of providing a healthy, safe and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Columbia Basin College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.

If you are hired, you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.

Columbia Basin College operates under an approved affirmative action plan and encourages applications from persons of color, women, veterans and persons of disability. The Human Resources Office is accessible to those with disabilities. If you need accommodation in application or employment, contact the Human Resources Office at (509) 542-4740.

Other Job Elements

The working conditions listed below represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORKING CONDITIONS :
Works generally takes place in an office with frequent (51-80%) use of a computer, telephone, and other office equipment. The noise level is typical of an office environment; frequent interruptions may occur throughout the work day.

The employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear; use repetitive hand motions; handle or feel; and to stand, walk, reach, bend, or lift up to five pounds regularly. Infrequently, moving materials weighing up to 25 pounds may be required. Occasional need for travel.