Apprenticeship Program Manager
About The Position
The Apprenticeship Program Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations and execution of Moss's Apprenticeship Program, working closely with the Director of Apprenticeship to implement strategic workforce development initiatives. The Apprenticeship Program Manager ensures operational excellence in program delivery, apprentice development, and field coordination. This role manages the apprenticeship team, including Senior Coordinators and Coordinators, ensuring seamless program execution across all project sites. The Program Manager serves as the primary operational leader for apprentice recruitment, training delivery, progression tracking, and stakeholder engagement, translating strategic objectives into actionable program outcomes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Construction Management, Human Resources, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in workforce development, apprenticeship programs, or technical education
- 3+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience
- Demonstrated experience managing multi-site programs or operations
- Strong knowledge of utility scale solar construction and trade progression requirements
- Experience with federal and state apprenticeship regulations and compliance requirements
- Proficiency in program management tools, RAPIDS, and learning management systems
- Strong budget management and resource allocation skills
- Excellent leadership and team development capabilities
- Outstanding communication skills for engaging with diverse stakeholders from apprentices to executives
- Proven ability to translate strategic objectives into operational plans
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience with data-driven decision making and performance management
- Ability to travel up to 40% to project sites and training locations
Responsibilities
- Manage daily operations of the apprenticeship program, ensuring quality delivery of all training components and apprentice support services
- Lead and develop a team of Senior Apprenticeship Coordinators, Apprenticeship Coordinators, and support staff
- Oversee apprentice recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes to meet project demands
- Coordinate with field operations to manage apprentice rotations, assignments, and progression across project sites
- Ensure program compliance with state and federal apprenticeship standards and regulations
- Manage relationships with training partners, technical schools, and educational institutions
- Monitor apprentice performance, retention rates, and completion metrics
- Collaborate with the Director on workforce planning, providing ground-level insights on apprentice readiness and capacity
- Oversee curriculum development and delivery standards with the training team
- Manage program budget, resources, and vendor relationships for training materials and services
- Coordinate with HR on apprentice compensation, benefits, and progression adjustments
- Lead regular meetings with superintendents and field management to address apprentice performance and development needs
- Ensure accurate maintenance of RAPIDS and all required documentation systems
- Partner with the Program Data Coordinator on data collection and program reporting
- Support IRA project planning by providing apprentice availability and readiness assessments
- Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives based on program metrics and stakeholder feedback
- Represent the apprenticeship program at industry events, career fairs, and partner meetings
- Perform other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
