CTE Short Term Training & Trades Education Coordinator

Position Summary This position is a temporary 2‑year appointment with options for permanent placement, reassignment, or termination. The CTE Short‑Term Training and Trades Education Coordinator provides leadership and operational oversight for trades and workforce programs and rapid‑response short‑term industry trainings. The role combines program management, faculty supervision, program administration, curriculum development, scheduling, and extensive collaboration with regional employers, workforce agencies, and K‑12 partners to deliver industry‑aligned training that meets immediate and emerging labor‑market needs. Responsibilities Manage daily operations, scheduling, budgeting and safety compliance for multiple trades programs and short‑term trainings. Lead industry collaboration initiatives to identify workforce trends, secure advisory input and co‑develop training solutions with employers and trade associations. Coordinate recruitment and marketing efforts; develop promotional strategies and represent programs at career fairs and community events. Supervise faculty/instructors & staff; foster a culture of safety, collaboration and continuous improvement. Develop and deliver short‑term trainings responsive to employer needs; ensure rapid deployment and marketing alignment. Oversee curriculum development and integration of industry standards and emerging technologies; teach selected courses each term. Build and sustain partnerships with employers, industry and educational partners, and workforce agencies; negotiate training timelines and site logistics. Ensure compliance with institutional policies, OSHA, DOT/FMCSA, food safety, accreditor and other regulatory requirements. Monitor compliance with educational regulations, grant requirements (e.g., Carl Perkins) and state and federal standards. Oversee budgeting, procurement, and allocation of materials, technology, and staffing for program delivery. Conduct needs assessments and gap analyses to tailor CTE offerings in response to regional demand. Track program outcomes using metrics such as enrollment, completion, employment rates and certifications; produce reports. Lead continuous program evaluation and improvement initiatives using feedback from industry and educational partners. Design, develop and update curriculum with input from industry and K‑12 partners to reflect current workforce trends. Implement work‑based learning experiences, training sessions and specialized short‑term programs that meet labor market needs. Coordinate internships, apprenticeships, job shadowing and mentoring opportunities through local business partners. Serve as point of contact for K‑12 districts, aligning secondary CTE pathways with post‑secondary or industry expectations. Facilitate dual and concurrent enrollment and articulation agreements between high schools, community colleges, and industry certification bodies. Provide technical support for K‑12 curriculum, ensuring sequential, standards‑aligned educational programming. Support college and career readiness initiatives, including organizing pathway fairs, outreach campaigns and student support services. Qualifications Bachelor’s or BAS degree in Career and Technical Education and Leadership, Industrial Technology, Construction Management or related field (Master’s preferred). Consideration for candidates with AAS degrees and significant industry experience (more than 15 years) or Communication/Marketing degrees with relevant industry experience and training. Minimum 3+ years of experience in trades/industry education, workforce training, program management and industry/trades recruiting/marketing. Teaching/training experience and curriculum development skills. Strong project management, communication and industry skills. Knowledge of workforce development, Career & Technical Education (CTE), and apprenticeship programs. Knowledge of curriculum development, instructional delivery and industry credential alignment. Knowledge of budgeting, program operations and resource management practices. Knowledge of OSHA, DOT/FMCSA, Perkins, accreditation and related compliance requirements. Knowledge of labor market trends, employer workforce needs and industry partnerships. Program management, project coordination and operational leadership skills. Building partnerships with employers, workforce agencies, K‑12 districts and community organizations. Supervising faculty, instructors and support staff. Verbal and written communication, public presentations and community outreach abilities. Data analysis, assessment, reporting and continuous improvement processes. Ability to develop and implement workforce training programs aligned with industry needs. Ability to manage multiple priorities, schedules and projects in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to establish collaborative relationships across academic, industry and community partners. Ability to maintain compliance with institutional, state and federal regulations and safety standards. Ability to lead program growth, innovation and workforce development initiatives. Benefits Employer‑paid retirement plan (17.37% employer paid; 1.25% employee paid) Group health, dental and life insurance, including flex benefits 20 days paid annual leave Four days per year paid personal leave 16 paid holidays per year Paid medical, emergency and bereavement leave Employee and family tuition waivers Free meal swipes each semester at the modern campus dining facility Collaborative work environment On‑site fitness center and walking track Employee discounts with Verizon, Microsoft, Dell and HP Professional development opportunities Working Conditions Full‑time on campus with frequent visits to instructional sites, labs, kitchens, manufacturing/industrial shops and construction areas. Exposure to noise, dust, temperature variations and typical hazards of trades environments; PPE is required in designated areas. Regular in‑state travel to employer sites, community partners and secondary training locations; occasional out‑of‑state travel for professional development, recruiting, marketing and industry events. Ability to stand, walk and move across varied environments; lift up to 50 lbs with or without accommodation. Visual and auditory acuity for safety observation and instructional demonstrations. Legal Notice Equal opportunity employer. Application considered within the EEO statement guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sheridan College