"Director, Workforce Development"

Job Description

The Director for Workforce Development develops, implements, and supervises six (6) programs for the College's Workforce and Community Education (WCE) division to meet the needs of business, industry and community. Those programs include corporate and professional training, contract training, government training, Dual Enrollment, apprenticeship and open enrollment programs. The Director leads program assistant directors, coordinators, and support staff in WCE and provides leadership for instruction, fiscal management, and community and business relations.

Duties include:

• supervising and leading a team of direct reports across multiple physical locations, including adjunct and non-credit instructors
• preparing and managing multiple budgets including profit and loss reporting responsibilities
• overseeing and coordinating special events and other projects
• evaluating programs for effectiveness
• meeting Maryland standards and student learning outcomes
• preparing grant proposals and reporting on outcomes
• coordinating, scheduling and supervising noncredit courses and facilities
• serves as a college representative at community and business events with the goal of developing partnerships

The Director for Workforce Development reports to the Associate Vice President for Workforce and Community Education.

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position.

Required Education:

Bachelors Degree

Required Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience involving workforce development/training or business management
• 2 years of supervisory experience
• Experience in analyzing and managing data to inform strategy and operations

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proven ability to build and sustain relationships with public and private businesses, local government agencies, Chambers of Commerce, and nonprofit organizations to foster partnerships and training opportunities
• Willingness and ability to travel regionally
• Experience in budget oversight, including profit and loss management and revenue forecasting
• Expertise in identifying and developing workforce training programs aligned with industry and business needs
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation abilities
• Demonstrated leadership in team management, including staff supervision, performance coaching, and professional development
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or Google Suite