Skilled Trades Program Manager

Howard Community College ( HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.

Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!

The Skilled Trades Program Manager provides strategic leadership, supervision, and operational administration and oversight for non-credit skilled trades programs, apprenticeship pathways, and workforce training initiatives offered jointly through Division 4 and Workforce, Career and Community Education ( WCCE). This position ensures high-quality program development, compliance with Maryland and national Department of Labor standards, and alignment with regional workforce needs. The manager administers and oversees adjunct faculty and program staff, expands enrollment and revenue, and strengthens partnerships with industry, regulatory bodies, and community organizations.

The role requires flexibility in scheduling; there will be days and hours when the normally scheduled workday will not apply, including evenings, weekends, and peak operational periods.

* Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of non-credit skilled trades courses, apprenticeship programs, and workforce training aligned with Maryland and national Department of Labor standards.

* Evaluate program viability using enrollment trends, financial data, employer feedback, and student outcomes.

* Develop new training programs to meet emerging workforce needs in fields such as automotive technology, machining, welding, manufacturing, electrical, HVACR, plumbing, Construction Management and related trades.

* Ensure all programs meet credentialing, regulatory, and apprenticeship approval requirements.

* Serve as a cross-division leader working jointly within Division 4 and WCCE, ensuring seamless coordination of facilities, scheduling, staffing, and program delivery.

* Provide guidance to information specialists, student services, and enrollment teams regarding program pathways and course offerings.

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

* Maintain expert knowledge of Maryland Department of Labor ( MDOL) and U.S. Department of Labor ( USDOL) apprenticeship and workforce training standards.

* Register programs and secure approvals from credentialing, regulatory, and apprenticeship oversight bodies.

* Ensure compliance with state and federal reporting requirements, safety standards, and workforce development regulations.

Partnerships & Community Engagement

* Build and sustain partnerships with skilled trades associations, employers, unions, workforce agencies, and community organizations.

* Represent the college at industry events, advisory committees, and community outreach activities.

* Develop pathway opportunities that support regional employment demands and strengthen apprenticeship pipelines.

Financial & Operational Management

* Administer assigned cost centers, monitor expenses, determine profit margins, and ensure financial sustainability of self-supporting programs.

* Conduct analysis of financials, cost of instruction reports, enrollment and FTE data, and prepare narrative summaries.

* Contribute to marketing and promotion through content development, CRM utilization, and targeted outreach.

Supervision & Instructional Support

* Recruit, hire, train, evaluate, and supervise adjunct faculty and program staff.

* Review and evaluate curricular materials, instructional quality, and training resources.

* Schedule facilities, equipment, materials, and instructors for on-campus, online, and off-site training.

* Compile, track, and analyze program data to support decision-making, reporting, and presentations.

* Prepare documentation for accreditation, apprenticeship registration, and state approval processes (including CC10s for MHEC).

Other Duties

* Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support college initiatives, workforce development goals, and strategic priorities.

* Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of related education/training such as completion of a registered apprenticeship program required.

* Minimum of three years of experience in higher education or in a skilled trades-related industry (electrical, plumbing, welding, construction, manufacturing, automotive, HVAC, solar, etc.).

* Demonstrated experience with non-credit workforce training or apprenticeship programs preferred.

* Knowledge of Maryland and national Department of Labor apprenticeship and workforce training standards.

* Experience in budget management, data analysis, and data-driven decision-making.

* Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, and customer service skills.

* Experience working with diverse audiences.

* Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of products required

* LMS (Canvas) and CRM (Colleague) experience preferred.

* On-campus office in a new skilled trades center with some telework as approved (up to two days per week).

* Visits to outdoor training sites and employer locations.

* Extended hours during peak periods; evenings and weekends required as needed.

* Local travel required.

* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs. As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only. Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor's degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelor's degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor's degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.

*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.

HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).

Howard Community College ( HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.