Primary Function Wor-Wic Community College is accepting applications for a director of workforce and apprenticeship pathways. This position is responsible for building a Center for Workforce and Apprenticeship Pathways by providing strategic leadership and oversight for the development, implementation, expansion, and continuous improvement of registered apprenticeship and workforce development initiatives, with the first year focused 100% on healthcare apprenticeships. Primary responsibilities include building employer and community partnerships; developing workforce pathways; overseeing program operations; and expanding career and training opportunities that address regional workforce needs. This position may be required to periodically work evenings and weekends. Essential Duties The following list is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with this position. * Leads the development, implementation, and administration of registered apprenticeship programs, including developing apprenticeship standards, work processes, on-the-job learning plans, related technical instruction, wage progression schedules, related policies, procedures and program agreements, and coordinating state registration and approval processes * Directs healthcare apprenticeship initiatives by identifying workforce needs; engaging healthcare employers and instructional departments; developing career pathways; and establishing sustainable apprenticeship models that address regional workforce shortages * Leads expansion of apprenticeship pathways into additional industry sectors by analyzing labor market data and employer needs, evaluating growth opportunities, and developing long-range plans for workforce pathway expansion * Cultivates and manages partnerships with employers, workforce, economic development and community organizations, industry associations, government agencies and educational institutions; convenes advisory committees, employer roundtables and stakeholder meetings; and provides technical assistance related to apprenticeship development and implementation * Oversees grant-funded workforce initiatives, including budgets, performance measures, compliance and reporting; maintaining audit-ready records; and developing sustainability plans and funding opportunities * Supervises assigned personnel; establishes operational procedures and workflows; oversees apprenticeship management, employer communications and participant tracking processes; and ensures efficient and effective operation of the Center for Workforce and Apprenticeship Pathways * Directs apprentice recruitment, onboarding, retention, and support efforts; coordinates outreach activities; promotes workforce opportunities; and facilitates access to academic and support services * Manages and/or contributes to annual and multi-year assessment processes; analyzes performance data and stakeholder feedback; and implements continuous quality improvement strategies * Performs other duties as assigned