SUMMARY STATEMENTThe Executive DirectorE.D. of the Manufacturing & Engineering Workforce Academy is a leadership role responsiblefor the strategic direction academic quality and operational execution ofworkforce development programs within the academy. Reporting to the VicePresident of Skills-Based Education & Career Pathways the E.D.leads the development of high-quality industry-relevant training aligned withlabor market demand and student success outcomes. This position serves as acritical internal and external connector-working collaboratively across thecollege and externally with employers workforce agencies and communitystakeholders. Works collaboratively with the School of Advanced ManufacturingEngineering & Computer Science to support aligned non-credit to creditpathways and student completion of credit curriculum. The E.D. is expected tolead or contribute to collegewide efforts such as accreditation programreview and curriculum development while also building strong responsiverelationships with industry partners to shape programming and expandopportunities for learners. This roleleads an Academy team focused on student retention completion and excellentcustomer service to all stakeholders.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSStrategic Leadership Set the vision and direction for academy programs ensuring relevance responsiveness and alignment with institutional goals and regional workforce needsProgram Development and Oversight Oversee the design delivery and evaluation of non-credit and credit-aligned programsInternal Collaboration & Governance Serve as a key collaborator across Workforce Innovation and collegewide partnering with academic leadership and facultyIndustry & Community Engagement Represent the Academy to employers industry groups government agencies workforce boards and all community stakeholdersFaculty & Staff Leadership Recruit onboard supervise and support instructors and staffOperations & Budget Management Direct daily Academy operations including scheduling staffing budgeting and reportingStudent Success Support student recruitment efforts and drive an aligned strategy around retention and completionCareer Readiness Collaborate with Career Services and external partners to support work-based learning and employment opportunitiesData-Driven Continuous Improvement Monitor program performance metrics and use evidence to drive innovationResource Development Identify and pursue external funding to support program growth and innovationPerforms other duties as assigned