Assistant Director of Workforce Development Position Available In [Unknown county], Connecticut

Job Description:

Assistant Director of Workforce Development The OpportunityColumbia-Greene Community College, a community college dedicated tostudent success and community growth, invites applications for theposition of Assistant Director of Workforce Development. Thisdynamic role is an opportunity to assist in leading the college’sefforts in addressing the evolving needs of the local labor marketby supporting and promoting innovative workforce developmentprograms. The ideal candidate will collaborate with the director,industry, government, and nonprofit organizations to develop anddeliver training programs that prepare individuals for meaningfulemployment and career advancement. We seek an emerging leader whois enthusiastic about workforce development, skilled in programplanning and organization, and committed to fostering partnershipsthat enhance opportunities for our students and community. If youare passionate about having a positive impact on students’lives…applynow to Columbia-Greene!

Key Responsibilities:

Assist thedirector in the development of the Continuing Education & WorkforceDevelopment Department. Assist in the development and oversight ofcontinuing education and workforce development programs that alignwith local and regional labor market needs. Collaborate withfaculty and staff to implement innovative pathways for career andtechnical education that provide students with clear, stackablecredentials and employment opportunities. Foster relationships withindustry, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and SUNYPartners to identify training needs and create customized programs.

Solicit, select, and onboard instructors for all training programs.

Build training schedules for in-person, online, and hybrid sessionsin collaboration with business and industry needs. Serve as thecollege’s representative on workforce development initiatives atthe local, regional, and state levels as needed. Track courseprogress and student success through program completion. Analyzerelevant data to inform enrollment forecasts, grant development,and revenue projections. Assist in the management and developmentof grants for the office. Advocate for the college as a hub forworkforce development and lifelong learning. Assist in economicdevelopment efforts by local, regional, and state agencies, asdirected by the Director of Continuing Education and WorkforceDevelopment. Promote continuing education programs throughstrategic outreach, marketing, and communication efforts.

Collaborate with Marketing & Communications Ensure programs areaccessible, equitable, and aligned with student and employer needs.

Provide holistic guidance and support to students seeking careeradvancement or re-skilling opportunities. Other duties as requiredto support department and institutional goals and as assigned byDirector, which may include new projects, evolvingresponsibilities, or special assignments, as necessary.

Qualifications & Experience:

A bachelor’s degree in business,higher education, workforce development, or a closely relatedfield. Or an associate’s degree and 2-3 years of relevantexperience within higher education and/or workforce development.

Demonstrated experience in business or workforce development,including planning, organization, and training. Proven ability towork effectively with industry, government, and nonprofitorganizations to design and deliver training programs. Preferredqualifications include expertise in best practices for AdultLearner programming and academic pathways, such as Credit for PriorLearning. Effective communication and presentation skills,including the ability to convey ideas clearly to diverse audiences.

Knowledge of labor market trends and workforce development bestpractices. Salary and Benefits Information Annual 12-month salary,$60-62K, will be commensurate with experience. The College offers acomprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dentalinsurance, short- and long-term disability, generous vacation, andsick leave, paid holidays, pre-tax flexible spending accounts,retirement plans, tax-deferred compensation, as well as employeeand dependent tuition waivers. PSLF waivers offered. ApplicationInformation For full consideration, applicants must submit thefollowing: (1) cover letter; (2) CV or resume; and (3) contactinformation for three professional references. Submit all as a ONEPDF document to: HR@sunycgcc.edu. Priority consideration given tothose who apply by June 26, 2025. Applications are accepted untilthe position is filled. Final offer contingent upon a successfulbackground check. Columbia-Greene Community College does notdiscriminate against any employee, applicant for employment,student or applicant for admission based on an individual’s race,color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex,gender identification, gender expression, sexual orientation,familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics,military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status,criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. TheCollege adheres to all federal and state civil rights lawsprohibiting discrimination in public institutions of highereducation. The College makes every reasonable effort to ensureequal access to employment opportunities for individuals withdocumented disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodationsfor completing the application process, please contact the HumanResources Department at 518-697-6337.