Apprenticeship and Workforce Projects Manager

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of students? Tri County Technical College is looking for dedicated professionals to join our dynamic team! As a leader in higher education, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, supportive environment where both employees and students thrive. Work alongside a diverse group of staff, faculty, and administrators who are dedicated to student success. Be a part of a forward-thinking institution that values creativity, inclusivity, and excellence. If you are ready to contribute to the success of our great institution and grow your career We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences who are committed to excellence in education. The Apprenticeship and Workforce Projects Manager manages the daily operations, compliance, and systems administration for workforce development initiatives and registered apprenticeship programs. This position serves as a central coordinator for the division—overseeing internal tracking systems, project metrics, CRM utilization, and divisional budgets for institutional and grant‑funded activities. Key responsibilities include tracking workforce trends, maintaining division archives, and collaborating with Division staff, instructors, employers, and state agency officials to ensure project deliverables are achieved, compliance benchmarks are met, and operational issues are resolved. The Apprenticeship & Workforce Projects Manager position reports to the Dean of Integrated Workforce Solutions (IWS). Job Functions Manages and oversees aspects of the lifecycle of IWS initiatives, internal project systems, and division archives to support accountability for timelines, resource utilization, project outcomes/events, and possible future project replication. Oversees compliance and administrative requirements for registered apprenticeship programs while collaborating with Division staff, instructors, employers, and State Tech and Apprenticeship Carolina officials to resolve operational issues and represent leadership at key meetings. Administrates information systems and CRM tools to support diverse apprenticeship models, track employer communications/OJT (On-the-Job) requirements, maintain project pipelines, and deliver data summaries or program overviews to internal and external partners. Manages the Division budget and ensures spending compliance for institutional and grant funds while tracking workforce trends and funding announcements in order to identify and help secure/sustain external funding opportunities. All other duties, development, and committee work as assigned. A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience. Knowledge of project monitoring, grant/budget tracking, and compliance reporting procedures within a structured organization. Effective skills in organizing/administering daily operations and timelines of multiple projects. Ability to establish collaborative, professional relationships and communicate effectively in written and oral form with diverse internal and external audiences. Effective skills to utilize relational tracking systems or CRM tools and maintain accurate materials archives. Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion at all times. Must be able to work with minimal supervision and must maintain appropriate confidentiality and professionalism in all circumstances and interactions. Should expect on occasion to work beyond a standard schedule and/or to travel to sites within the service area or beyond to attend meetings and/or events. Tri-County Technical College offers a comprehensive benefits package for FTE positions that includes, but is not limited, to the following: Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children Life Insurance: Basic life insurance and optional supplements life insurance for employee, spouse, and children. 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year 15 days sick leave per year 13 paid holidays Paid Parental leave State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs: 401k with employer contributions. Professional Development Opportunities: Team bonding activities/events and professional training programs. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services. Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules, 37.5 work weeks and abbreviated Fridays. Tri-County Technical College is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr