Program Manager - Nuclear, QA/QC, Civil Construction

College of Eastern Idaho • Idaho Falls, ID

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides leadership for the development, growth, and delivery of workforce training programs supporting the nuclear industry, Nuclear Quality Assurance/Quality Control (NQA/QA/QC), and civil construction. The Program Manager works closely with industry partners, employers, subject matter experts, instructors, and College leadership to identify workforce needs and develop responsive, high-quality training solutions. The Program Manager is responsible for assigned program areas from concept through delivery, including industry engagement, curriculum and course development, instructor recruitment and management, scheduling, budgeting, program performance, and continuous improvement. This position will play a key role in expanding College of Eastern Idaho's workforce training presence in industries that are critical to the economic growth of eastern Idaho and the region. The position requires a strong understanding of industry expectations and the ability to build trusted relationships with employers and technical experts. The Program Manager ensures training is relevant, accessible, financially sustainable, and aligned with applicable industry standards, quality expectations, and employer requirements. This position has been identified as being capable of performing job duties in a hybrid work setting (Hybrid refers to a blend of work performed at a CEI facility and remotely during any given work week). This is a grant-funded position and is contingent upon available funding.

Requirements

• Associate degree or technical education/certification from an accredited professional technical school or program and a minimum of five years of professional experience in nuclear, quality assurance/quality control, construction, engineering, manufacturing, skilled trades, workforce training, or a closely related technical field.
• Demonstrated experience working in a technical, industrial, construction, manufacturing, quality, or similarly regulated environment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop relationships and communicate effectively with employers, technical professionals, subject matter experts, and community partners.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple programs, projects, schedules, and priorities simultaneously.
• Proficient skill using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Well-developed creative and analytical thinking skills with the ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to complex situations.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical information to a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated commitment to high professional and ethical standards in the workplace.
• Incumbent must be a resident of the State of Idaho (Currently CEI does not sponsor Visas).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, quality management, business, education, workforce development, or another related field.
• Professional experience within the nuclear industry, Department of Energy contractor environment, commercial nuclear industry, or other highly regulated industry.
• Experience with Nuclear Quality Assurance (NQA), Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC), or related quality management systems and standards.
• Knowledge or experience with ASME NQA-1 or other nuclear quality standards.
• Experience with civil construction, construction management, inspection, testing, quality control, or related trades.
• Experience developing or managing technical training, workforce development, apprenticeship, or industry certification programs.
• Previous experience as a Career and Technical Education secondary or post-secondary instructor, technical trainer, program manager, or corporate training coordinator.
• Relevant certifications or credentials within nuclear, quality assurance, quality control, construction, inspection, safety, or related technical disciplines.
• Experience developing customized training solutions for employers.
• Demonstrated project management, contract management, or event coordination skills.
• Ability to speak knowledgeably and credibly with industry professionals regarding technical workforce needs.
• Experience with databases, training tracking systems, CRM systems, or learning management systems.
• Supervisory or employee management experience.
• Experience developing budgets, monitoring program financial performance, or managing revenue-generating programs.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, diverse environment and shift priorities as industry and customer needs change.
• Bilingual (Spanish).

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management for assigned workforce training programs, with primary responsibility for nuclear, NQA/QA/QC, and civil construction training.
• Develop and grow industry-relevant programs, courses, certifications, and customized training in response to regional workforce needs and emerging industry trends.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, nuclear industry partners, contractors, laboratories, government entities, and other stakeholders to identify workforce needs and training opportunities.
• Research, design, develop, and implement industry-relevant courses, certifications, customized training, and other workforce solutions.
• Recruit, supervise, and manage qualified instructors and subject matter experts, ensuring appropriate industry experience and credentials.
• Manage program budgets and financial performance, including revenue, expenses, enrollment, contract training, and overall program sustainability.
• Develop customized training proposals, scopes of work, and cost estimates in collaboration with industry partners, WTCE leadership, and College staff.
• Develop partnerships and pathways that connect students to employment, apprenticeships, work-based learning, and, when appropriate, CEI credit programs.
• Monitor program performance and use enrollment, completion, customer satisfaction, financial results, and industry feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Lead industry advisory activities, cultivate new partnerships, identify grant, contract, and other opportunities to expand assigned programs.
• Collaborate with WTCE and other College departments to ensure effective program delivery, recruitment, customer service, and compliance with college requirements.
• Available to work a flexible schedule as needed, including some evenings, weekends, and travel to employer or training locations.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Affordable Health Plans: With three medical plan options, you can select healthcare coverage that best meets your needs.
• Supporting Work-Life Balance: Earn sick leave with no accrual limit starting day one. Staff accrue vacation leave starting at 15 days a year with a tiered system (Faculty excluded from vacation leave).
• Retirement Savings: Faculty and exempt staff are enrolled in the Fidelity 401 (a)plan. Non-exempt or vested employees are enrolled in the PERSI base plan.
• Life Insurance: no-cost coverage for you and your dependents with the option to add more.
• Educational Savings: Significant tuition fee discounts for qualifying employees and their dependents.
• Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy local discounts on cell plans, movie tickets, gyms, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree