Apprenticeship Specialist Position Available In New Hanover, North Carolina

Apprenticeship Specialist Cape Fear Community College – 4.0 Wilmington, NC Job Details Full-time $4,205 a month 2 days ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Mid-level Master’s degree High school diploma or GED Bachelor’s degree Full Job Description

JOB DEFINITION

The Apprenticeship Specialist will lead the strategic growth and day-to-day management of CFCC’s Apprenticeship program, with a strong focus on forward-thinking expansion and workforce alignment. This role involves cultivating and sustaining meaningful partnerships with employers and training providers to broaden opportunities for students. The Specialist will provide proactive mentorship and support to apprentices, ensure program compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, and play a key role in expanding outreach, recruitment, and training initiatives. With an eye toward long-term success and scalability, the position will support student transitions from Pre-Apprenticeship to full Apprenticeship, promote apprenticeships as high-impact career pathways, and drive innovation through data analysis, program development, and continuous improvement. Close collaboration with CFCC faculty, employers and training providers, as well as active engagement with state and national apprenticeship networks, will be essential to identifying new opportunities and strengthening CFCC’s role as a leader in apprenticeship education.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from the Director, Career ServicesExercises no supervision

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS STATEMENTS

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

Establish and maintain strong relationships with employers, training providers, and educational institutions. Provide guidance to employers and apprentices on the expectations and requirements of the program.

Address any issues or concerns raised by employers or apprentices and mediate resolutions when necessary.

Coordinate and deliver training sessions for apprentices and employers.

Provide ongoing support and mentorship to apprentices, ensuring they are progressing through their program effectively. Track apprentices’ skills development and ensure they meet performance milestones.

Coordinating and overseeing Apprenticeship programs and activities, including outreach, site visits, recruitment, industry partnerships, and follow-up to ensure strong community relationships, and successful completion of Apprenticeship Program.

Collaboration with other staff and faculty to ensure student engagement from Pre-Apprentice to Apprenticeship statuses through successful employer partnerships for pipeline opportunities of CFCC students.

Stay informed about federal, state, and local apprenticeship laws and regulations. Ensure programs are compliant the standards set by the U.S. Department of Labor or relevant regulatory bodies.

Maintain up-to-date apprenticeship documentation and reports for audits.

Prepare regular reports on apprenticeship program progress, outcomes, and effectiveness. Analyze apprenticeship data to identify trends and areas for program improvement.

Guide apprentices in career planning and opportunities for advancement within the organization or industry.

Promote apprenticeships as viable career pathways and foster growth opportunities for participants.

Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive outreach and recruitment plan for students and alumni, including: support related events and activities, career fairs, class visits, and open houses.

Remain up to date and current with CFCC’s academic programs, networking among the Apprenticeship community within the state and nationally, attend and remain active in Advisory Boards and employer relationships.

Identify, implement, monitor, and assess trends in program data tracking for industries and programs, as well as new opportunities.

Other duties as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Special Instructions to

Applicants:

This position

REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND/OR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS

be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these documents ready to upload when applying.

Candidates are required to submit

OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS

for all degrees obtained prior to their first day of work or hire date. If highest level of education is High School diploma or equivalent, proof of completion is required.

Candidates who have obtained their education outside of the US and its territories must have their academic degree(s) validated, at their own expense, by an outside credential evaluation service as equivalent to the Baccalaureate or Master’s degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States. To claim veterans’ preference, all eligible persons shall submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to Human Resources during the application process. Human Resources will verify eligibility.