Director of Manufacturing (Grant Funded) (Spring 2027)

Arizona Western College•Yuma, AZ

9d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Director of Manufacturing, you will lead innovative workforce programs, champion student success, and build meaningful partnerships between education and industry. This role offers an opportunity to turn vision into action, strengthen our manufacturing workforce, and help prepare the next generation for high-demand careers. You will bring your vision, leadership, and passion for manufacturing to make an impact that lasts.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a workforce-related field and two years of experience working in a technical field OR Associate's degree in a Workforce-related field and four years of experience working in a technical field

Nice To Haves

Experience in secondary and/or community college career technical education programs as a faculty, coordinator, or director
Dual credit experience as a faculty, coordinator, or director working With a CTED and/or high school districts for articulation and program coordination
Experience providing service at the local and state-level advisory board
Current or past NCCER-certified instructor

Responsibilities

Provides leadership, guidance, and support for all tasks and activities related to the development and delivery of the Manufacturing Program and Future 48 Workforce Accelerator, courses, and summer camp content.
Works closely with the Southwest Technical Education District of Yuma (STEDY).
Assists STEDY with recruiting new students into the Manufacturing Program.
Encourages and promotes the highest quality of instruction and student learning experience, which includes working closely to be the direct link between college-related technical instruction and business industry partners.
Support and participate in strategic planning initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.