University of Arkansas · 7 hours ago
Director of Workforce Development
North Little Rock, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$70K/yr - $70K/yr
3+ years expThe University of Arkansas is a comprehensive two-year college offering associate degree and certificate programs. The Director of Workforce Development is responsible for coordinating workforce development activities and partnerships in the Central Arkansas region, overseeing multiple training programs, and collaborating with businesses and educational institutions.
EducationE-LearningHigher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Network with businesses / industries, chambers, state agencies, and other entities to actively pursue training partnerships with employers and agencies in the UA-PTC service area by creating and executing a marketing plan
Coordinate multiple non-credit programs simultaneously including Kubota Tech, Future Fit, Skills to Launch, Avionics Tech, workforce development projects including customized and/or open-enrollment courses based on industry needs, and the Leadership Training Academy
Develop and initiate training agreement documents with employer partners (proposals, Office of Skills Development grants, Memorandum of Understanding, etc)
Coordinate with businesses to complete the Office of Skills Development grants and provide appropriate documentation upon completion of the project
Collaborate with Institutional Research, Registrar’s Office for Workday admissions, registration, financial aid and billing for non-credit programs/courses
Collaborate with advancement office to research grant opportunities to leverage resources
Set deadlines, assign responsibilities, monitor and summarize progress of projects
Provide direction and supervision for customized workforce faculty and staff including recruitment, mandatory training, scheduling, supplemental contracts, and evaluations
Serve as the point of contact for non-credit apprenticeships and internships. Coordinate with Dean of School of Technical and Professional Studies for credit apprenticeships and internships, as needed
Provide the Executive Director with reports on status of all projects
Create and maintain comprehensive project management documentation
Monitor project planning in a shared format to track progress and implementation
Research labor market data trends and develop associated training
Attend Chamber of Commerce, Little Rock Port Authority, and other stakeholder meetings and events
Recruit for non-credit training opportunities including displaced workers, incumbent workers, rehab services, grant requirements, and more
Schedule tours and meetings at industries including the Little Rock Port, in coordination with Executive Director
Manage schedules for trainings and faculty
Attend workforce conferences, meetings, and summits (locally and out-of-state) as requested by the Executive Director
Maintain a neat and clean work environment, professional appearance, communication, and attitude, including clean and safe lab along with management of equipment, inventory, and consumables
Be available evenings and weekends, as needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in education, business, communications, marketing, sales, or related field
Three to five years of increasingly responsible experience in higher education or business leadership, including supervisory responsibilities
At least three years of experience in project management or related field
Experience in managing budgets and allocating resources effectively
Exceptional skills in leadership, time management, facilitation and organization
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders
Ability to think strategically, prioritize effectively and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to make decisions in a timely, thoughtful, evidence-based manner
Ability to lead and motivate teams, recruit and supervise staff, and foster a positive work environment
Effective verbal, and written communication skills, and a high level of professional integrity
Ability to maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials
Commitment to college vision, mission, and philosophy
Ability to work effectively with varied internal and external constituencies to achieve the goals/objectives of the center
Valid Arkansas' Driver's License and reliable transportation for travel
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred
Master's Degree in business administration or related field
Five to seven years of increasingly responsible experience in higher education or business leadership, including supervisory responsibilities
Relevant experience in workforce development or related field with familiarity with relevant regulations, best practices, and trends in workforce development and Arkansas' workforce needs
Experience with Workday
Company
University of Arkansas
The University of Arkansas is a public, co-educational research university, providing undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$61.36MKey Investors
Federal Transit AdministrationArkansas department of human servicesArkansas Division of Higher Education
2025-11-20Grant· $13.17M
2025-05-21Grant· $10M
2025-05-05Grant· $1M
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