Offres d'emploi

The Program Manager of Advanced Manufacturing is responsible for the operational execution and coordination of advanced manufacturing-related academic and workforce programs within Cuyahoga Community College's Advanced Manufacturing Workforce Training Academy. This role supports the College's mission to provide high-quality education and training aligned with industry needs, especially in Northeast Ohio's growing advanced manufacturing sector, with a primary focus on enrollment growth, instructional capacity, and program delivery efficiency.

• Manages the day-to-day operational execution of Advanced Manufacturing programs, with a primary focus on Manufacturing Technologyincluding Machining, CNC and Composites. Additionally, assists with the execution of Integrated Systems and Engineering Technology (electrical and mechanical), Welding, and related contract training programs.
• Coordinates the delivery and operational readiness of manufacturing programs, including credit and non-credit offerings, in alignment with program strategy and leadership direction.
• Collaborates with faculty, instructors, and other instructional and administrative staff to support instructional readiness, onboarding, and consistency across programs and sections.
• Supports accreditation and compliance activities through operational coordination and documentation, as directed by program leadership.
• Supports employer-informed programming by translating workforce demand data into operational scheduling and delivery adjustments, in coordination with the Director.
• Supports apprenticeship initiatives to expand experiential learning opportunities for students through scheduling coordination, instructor alignment, and program logistics.
• Participates in industry and community engagement activities as requested, in support of program operations and delivery.
• Coordinates career pathways and stackable credentials by supporting operational alignment between credit and non-credit offerings, in collaboration with academic and workforce leadership.
• Tracks and reports operational performance metrics, including section counts, enrollment fill rates, instructor utilization, and delivery timelines.
• Leads operational planning and coordination of class schedules, manages enrollments and waitlists, and takes corrective action to reduce under-filled or cancelled sections.
• Coordinates program operations with instructors, support staff, and internal partners to ensure smooth delivery of programs and courses.
• Supports grant-funded program execution, including scheduling, instructor coordination, and reporting of operational deliverables.
• Maintains industry related currency/relevancy through periodic professional development opportunities, including but not limited to externships, career pathway training, work-based learning experiences, conferences, forums, symposia, presentations, and industry certification activities or related situations, to inform operational relevance and delivery.
• Prepares operational reports and briefings for internal stakeholders focused on program delivery, enrollment, and capacity.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience/Training

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, engineering technology, industrial management, or related field. Significant related experience may substitute for education.
• Minimum of five years of full-time experience in manufacturing, program coordination, workforce development, or higher education with responsibility for program operations or delivery.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in manufacturing, labor organizations, and skilled trades.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating instructional delivery, scheduling, and operational workflows.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in a role requiring dynamic and abstract problem-solving methods in adaptive situations.

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing technologies, industry certifications, and workforce trends.
• Possess strong organizational and time-management skills and is results-oriented.
• Possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with internal partners to support enrollment and program delivery goals.
• Ability to promote student success.
• Possess excellent customer service skills with proven ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and changing work environment requiring flexibility and teamwork.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, foster, and cultivate relationships, create opportunities, and solve problems.
• Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivity.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key external and internal contacts to enhance workflow and quality.
• Demonstrated intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Suite.
• Possess sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of students and the community.

Critical Competencies

• Collaboration
• Continuous Improvement
• Quality of Work

Very Important Competencies

• Service Focus
• Communication

Important Competencies

• Adaptability
• Time Utilization

Education and Experience/Training

• Experience with grant-funded initiatives and apprenticeship programs.
• Experience technical teaching and training at a college level.
• Prior experience in budget administration.
• Prior experience in the administration of an apprenticeship program.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Intermediate proficiency in data analysis and program evaluations tools.
• Demonstrated success in developing, promoting, and marketing training or consulting programs.

(The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment.
• The work area is adequately lit, heated, and ventilated.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc.
• Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite

Target Starting Salary Range: $65,000 to $75,000 The final offer for the successful candidate is targeted to fall within this range but will be based upon an assessment of internal equity, the unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications in relation to the minimum and/or preferred job requirement(s).

Special Note: If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure.

Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.