Workforce Technical Training Manager

Workforce Technical Training Manager

Location

7003 South Frontage Road Columbus, MS

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

00569

Department

Workforce Services/MTE

Division

Workforce

Opening Date

09/16/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Description

Responsible for supervising and managing all workforce training projects. Also has daily oversight of all Workforce Coordinators and Instructors/Trainers. Will serve as the lead for EMCC Workforce Data.

Duties

• Implements and monitors training projects to serve external customer needs, as identified by customers to EMCC and State of MS Policies and Procedures;
• Acts as team leader for the Workforce/Industrial Development personnel/collaborate with instruction;
• Assists the Workforce Director in preparation of a budget based on the amount funded from the State of MS;
• Completes all necessary reports for Local, and State records;
• Maintains records of activities to document expenditures and project activities, collects program and student data and assists in audits;
• Ensure that Workforce trainers and participants have supplies/material and equipment to conduct training at each EMCC training site;
• Promotes Workforce/Communiversity activities of the college and the services available through the Workforce/Industrial Development service area;
• Promotes continuous improvement and supports continuous improvement for EMCC Workforce Programs;
• Identifies, implements, and oversees training in related areas for Industry partners and general public as needed;
• Recruits participants, schedules training, schedules testing, assists in internships and placement of students;
• Participates in recruiting and vetting instructors and industry experts for training;
• Assist in payroll, purchasing and grant activities as related to EMCC Workforce Education;
• Assist in Workforce Related Events as assigned by the Workforce Director.

Qualifications and Required Documents

Education:

Bachelor's degree in a technical field related to manufacturing/related field, required.

Skills:

Strong Communication Skills, Data Analytic Skills, Computer Proficiency, & Related Leadership Skills.

Work Experience includes required number of years documented experience in a comparable/related position:

A Combination of a least:

5 years industry/Manufacturing experience

5 years educational/workforce training experience

5 years supervision experience in industry/educational/workforce training

Grant writing or Grant administration experience (Preferred)

Other Qualifications:

N/A

Physical Demands

• Ability to work on a computer while seated or standing
• Ability to move around buildings, classroom, offices; to move across campus on varied surfaces
• Ability to transfer loads up to 25 pounds by lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying; to frequently handle lighter loads throughout the day; to stoop as needed
• Ability to hear and speak in order to communicate with others in-person, by telephone, and by video conferencing technology
• Ability to see information in print and electronically
• Ability to report to work regularly and with consistent timeliness

Cognitive and Mental Demands

Ability to analyze customer data

Ability to problem-solve

Ability to focus in a busy environment with moderate background noise

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports the College mission implicitly and explicitly in the daily execution of all duties and responsibilities;
• Actively participates in maintaining an effective and continuous recruiting program;
• Participates in Institutional Effectiveness activities;
• Represents the College in a professional manner as evidenced by dress, demeanor and the discharge of daily responsibilities;
• Fulfills other duties as assigned by the President and/or supervisor.

Non-Discrimination Policy

East Mississippi Community College is committed to assuring that the College and its programs are free from discrimination and harassment based upon race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status protected by state or federal law.

The following offices have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policy:

Office Of The Director Of Human Resources

1512 Kemper Street Scooba, MS 39358

662.476.5274

Office Of The Dean Of Students Golden Triangle Campus Disability Services Coordinator

8731 South Frontage Road Mayhew, MS 39753

662.243.1979

Office Of The Vice President Of Scooba Campus Title IX Coordinator

1512 Kemper Street Scooba, MS 39358

662.476.5274

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Employer East Mississippi Community College

Address P.O. Box 158

Scooba, Mississippi, 39358

Phone 662-476-5274

Website http://www.eastms.edu