Apprenticeship Project Coordinator - CCAPE - Cape Cod Community College

Cape Cod Community College•Hyannis, MA

62d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Apprenticeship Project Coordinator leads the development of Cape Cod Community College's first Registered Apprenticeship Program in Marine Technology, housed within the Center for Community and Professional Education (CCAPE). The Coordinator will serve as the primary liaison with the Massachusetts Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS), marine industry employers, and community partners. This position plays a key role in establishing a high-quality, employer-driven apprenticeship model that aligns with industry standards, supports workforce needs, and advances equitable access to training opportunities within the region's Blue Economy sector.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated experience coordinating workforce development initiatives or similar projects in education, training, or industry settings.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual meeting tools (Zoom, Teams).
Ability to collaborate effectively with employers, state agencies, and community partners.
Experience working with diverse populations or developing inclusive outreach and recruitment initiatives.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in workforce development.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing or managing Registered Apprenticeship or internship programs.
Knowledge of state or federal workforce funding programs.
Familiarity with apprenticeship data tracking and outcome reporting for state or federally funded workforce programs.
Experience using Salesforce, Trello, or other project and data management systems.
Understanding of marine, technical, or skilled trades industries.
Experience in employer engagement and partnership development.

Responsibilities

Support the Senior Manager of Employer Engagement & Workforce Partnerships in engaging employers, assessing workforce needs, and aligning apprenticeship opportunities with regional priorities.
Serve as the liaison between the College, the Massachusetts Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS), and marine industry partners.
Work with employers to finalize job roles, competencies, and apprenticeship standards.
Coordinate completion of required documentation, policies, and agreements for DAS registration and approval.
Partner with the Marine Technology Instructor/Coordinator to align course content, instructional hours, and competencies with apprenticeship and industry standards.
Support the development and delivery of training modules, certifications, and classroom instruction aligned with apprenticeship requirements.
Develop and implement culturally responsive marketing and recruitment strategies in partnership with MassHire, local schools, and community organizations to engage underrepresented populations.
Collaborate with community partners to remove participation barriers by connecting apprentices to supportive services such as transportation, childcare, and academic or language support.
Maintain and analyze detailed records of apprentice and employer participation, including measurable outcomes such as employer engagement, apprentice enrollment, retention, and completion rates.
Track, evaluate, and report program progress for internal and external stakeholders, including DAS and funding partners.
Monitor grant activities and deliverables, ensuring compliance with reporting, fiscal, and performance requirements.
Support coordination of meetings, employer sessions, orientations, and community outreach events.
Assist in developing sustainability strategies, including expansion opportunities with additional employers and industry sectors.
Maintain confidentiality of program participant information and ensure compliance with institutional and state policies.
Provide occasional evening or weekend coverage for events and outreach activities.
Perform other related duties as assigned.