Workforce Development Program Manager

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc. • Des Moines, IA

98d

About The Position

EPI Power is hiring a Workforce Development Program Manager to join our growing team and support employees across the organization. This exciting new role will collaborate with various departments to build, sustain, and improve the workforce both within local markets and across the country. The Workforce Development Program Manager will play an important role in monitoring and analyzing the current and future workforce to ensure the company is adequately preparing/tracking labor needs, developing strong partnerships in local markets, and ensuring employee development/training aligns with EPI’s strategic growth and priorities. EPI Power, LLC (“EPI”) is a licensed electrical contractor and subsidiary of The Weitz Company that specializes in data centers. Our mission is to safely deliver industry-leading electrical construction solutions on a fast-track basis. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in workforce development, training, or electrical construction-related position required
• Familiarity with state electrical licensing requirements, workforce-related grants or funding, and electrical construction or skilled trades experience is highly desired
• Completion of a formal electrical apprenticeship program and journeyman or master electrician license is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in a related field such as workforce development, human resources, education/learning, or electrical construction management is required – an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Nice To Haves

• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills
• Ability to build partnerships and gain buy-in both externally and across the organization
• Possess a high degree of self-motivation and professionalism
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Desire to provide mentorship and minimize skill gaps by developing employees
• Ability to network and connect with a wide variety of individuals
• Strong problem-solving skills and a high level of initiative
• Excellent verbal and written communication

Responsibilities

• Research, identify opportunities, and build partnerships within local hiring markets including trade schools, workforce programs, and military transition programs
• Build a current and future talent pipeline of licensed electricians, apprentices and helpers through partnerships with high schools, trade schools, community colleges and universities to raise awareness of construction careers, develop and support apprenticeship programs, and market existing job openings
• Identify, coordinate, and attend job fairs, community events, and trade expos to promote electrical construction careers and create long-term partnerships
• Partner with stakeholders to assess employee skill levels, evaluate training solutions, and develop outreach strategies
• Collaborate with government agencies, geographic workforce boards, and nonprofit organizations to align workforce needs with available resources and training opportunities
• Research and secure applicable grants or funding to support initiatives
• Identify, recommend, and coordinate technical and on-the-job training programs for both new hires and existing employees in alignment with construction industry workforce trends
• Track state-specific licensing requirements and NCCER programs, ensure employees meet regulatory and continuing education standards, and proactively create plans to meet standards and maintain compliance with policies and federal/state/local regulations
• Partner with Corporate HR to ensure career pathways are accurate and clearly demonstrate avenues and resources for employees to grow within the company
• Support and market the company’s mentoring program, learning and development programming, performance management initiatives, and educational and apprenticeship assistance programs to ensure companywide programming is engrained in assigned business unit/product line
• Track and analyze EPI workforce demographics data to evaluate effectiveness of workforce programming

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees