Director of Workforce and K-12 Partnerships

Montana Tech•Butte, MT

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you a strategic leader passionate about bridging the gap between education and career success? As the Director of Workforce Development and K-12 Partnerships, you will spearhead the growth, alignment, and implementation of our dual enrollment and high school workforce programs. You will cultivate vital relationships with industry leaders and K-12 educational partners to build robust school-to-work pipelines. Additionally, you will provide strategic oversight to curriculum development and directly supervise our dedicated dual enrollment and workforce training staff.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
5+ years working with High School/K-12 partners
A clear understanding of dual enrollment, the STARS Act, and workforce pathways
5+ years working in Higher Education
A proven history of workforce initiatives with High Schools including but not limited to pathways in Healthcare and Commercial Driving
Experience with workforce and academic platforms including but not limited to CDL PowerSuite, Banner, TMU (training site- Headmaster), and Canvas
Experience supervising staff.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science in Management/Leadership

Responsibilities

Align dual enrollment and workforce offerings with institutional priorities and regional economic demands.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with industry leaders, public school districts, charter schools, and homeschool networks.
Draft, execute, and oversee Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with all partner entities.
Lead the implementation and growth of high school workforce initiatives, including The Foundations of Healthcare and Commercial Truck Driving school-to-work programs.
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate the Dual Enrollment Coordinator and workforce training staff (including CNA and CDL instructors).
Act as the primary institutional representative at community meetings, conferences, and workforce development initiatives.

Benefits

health, dental and vision insurance
mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution
partial tuition waiver
wellness program
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
11 Holidays per year
3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
Life and Disability Insurance
Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees