Title: Work Based Learning Program Manager
Agency: Patrick & Henry Community College
Location: Martinsville - 690
FLSA: Nonexempt
Hiring Range: $70,000 - $80,000
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Additional Detail
Job Description:
Patrick & Henry Community College is a comprehensive two-year institution committed to student success, lifelong learning, and enrichment of the quality of life in the region it serves. Serving Martinsville, Henry County, Patrick County, and the southern portion of Franklin County, P&HCC is a comprehensive open-door institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree. Patrick & Henry offers 29 associate degree programs, 12 certificate programs and 38 career studies certificate programs. The college also delivers a variety of nontraditional programs such as customized workforce development training, industry-recognized certifications, developmental and transitional programs, and courses for personal enrichment.
Organizational Objectives:
P&HCC staff members work with a student population that reflects the population of Virginia. This work stands to ensure the economic mobility of all people in our service region. Knowledge and understanding of specific needs of all students and a commitment to helping each attain educational success are critical responsibilities of our institution. P&HCC continuously strives to provide students and staff with a positive environment that is welcoming and encourages connectivity through intentional behaviors that influence our campus culture and eliminates barriers to student success. Caring Campus is a collective effort to make students and employees feel welcome and connected to our college by instilling uplifting behaviors such as wearing name tags, warmly connecting students to necessary personnel, and openly engaging with students.
Purpose of Position:
The Work-Based Learning Program Lead supports student success and workforce readiness by developing and expanding experiential learning opportunities that align academic programs with industry needs. The role focuses on coordinating job placement, resume development, and increasing student access to work-based learning experiences, including internships and apprenticeships.
By partnering with faculty, staff, and industry leaders, the Work-Based Learning Program Lead helps integrate real-world experiences into academic programs, strengthen employer engagement, and create pathways for students to gain practical, hands-on experience. A key priority is growing and managing internship and apprenticeship opportunities that prepare students for in-demand careers.
The Work-Based Learning Program Lead is committed to equipping students with the skills, knowledge, and professional connections necessary for meaningful employment, while supporting institutional goals related to enrollment, retention, and career outcomes.
Minimum Qualifications:
The Work-Based Learning Program Lead demonstrates strong knowledge, skills, and abilities in developing and managing experiential learning programs that connect academic instruction with industry workforce demands. This includes an in-depth understanding of work-based learning models such as internships, apprenticeships, co-ops, and on-the-job training, along with the ability to align these opportunities with program outcomes and labor market needs. The role requires industry knowledge and experience to effectively engage employers, build partnerships, and identify emerging skill requirements across sectors. Key competencies include program development and coordination, employer relationship management, and the ability to design structured, high-quality learning experiences that provide measurable skill attainment. The Work-Based Learning Program Lead also possesses strong communication and collaboration skills to work with faculty, staff, and industry partners, as well as organizational and data-tracking capabilities to monitor student participation, outcomes, and program effectiveness. A focus on workforce trends, credential alignment, and career pathways ensures that students gain relevant, hands-on experience that enhances employability and supports successful transitions into the workforce.
Education, training, and/or work experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in a related field, that demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job. Experience with program coordination, communication, relationship management, and the ability to prepare students with job readiness skills. The ideal candidate has solid knowledge of industry trends and workforce needs, is organized, detail-oriented, and proficient in tracking outcomes and using data to improve programs, and effectively collaborates with faculty, staff, and industry partners to create meaningful career pathways for students.
Additional Considerations: