About The Position
The Content Lead will lead technical assistance focused on career-connected learning, Career and Technical Education (CTE), and postsecondary and workforce readiness across Region 10. The role guides service design, coordinates specialized expertise, and supports education agencies in developing high-quality career pathways and strengthening partnerships that connect education to workforce opportunities. The position is part of the Region 10 Comprehensive Center, a five-year U.S. Department of Education-funded initiative led by MGT. The Center provides evidence-based technical assistance and capacity-building support across Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas, partnering with state, regional, Tribal, and local education agencies to strengthen educational systems and improve student outcomes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in education, workforce development, career and technical education, or a related field.
- Significant experience in CTE, career pathways development, workforce readiness, or education program leadership.
- Strong understanding of K-12 and postsecondary education systems and career-connected learning strategies.
- Experience collaborating with education agencies, employers, and workforce development organizations.
- Familiarity with industry-recognized credentials, work-based learning, and career pathway frameworks.
- Experience designing and implementing technical assistance or education improvement initiatives.
- Strong project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and facilitation skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to analyze education and workforce data to inform program improvement.
- Commitment to expanding access to high-quality career preparation opportunities.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree.
Responsibilities
- Lead career-connected learning and CTE technical assistance aligned with state-approved service plans.
- Conduct needs assessments and support strategies to strengthen career pathways and workforce readiness.
- Provide technical direction to subject-matter experts and partner organizations supporting CTE initiatives.
- Coordinate with external partners providing specialized CTE and workforce development expertise.
- Support state and local education agencies in aligning CTE programs with academic standards, industry expectations, and regional workforce needs.
- Develop and review implementation tools, professional learning materials, and technical assistance resources.
- Facilitate collaboration among K-12 education agencies, postsecondary institutions, employers, and workforce development partners.
- Support targeted professional learning, strategic planning, and technical assistance engagements.
- Monitor implementation progress and use performance data to inform continuous improvement.
- Build education agency capacity to sustain effective career-connected learning programs and partnerships.
Benefits
- Flexible paid time off
- 5% 401(k) matching program
- Equity opportunities
- Incentive and bonus programs
- Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
- Flexible spending accounts
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Income protection benefits
- Flexible and remote work options
- Professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
