Director of Workforce, Career, and Experiential Learning (PA)
About the role
The Director of Workforce, Career, and Experiential Learning provides leadership and operational oversight for workforce development, career services, and career-connected experiential learning opportunities at Finger Lakes Community College. The role advances the Academic and Student Affairs Division’s commitment to integrated learning pathways, experiential education, and partnerships that promote student success, community engagement, and regional vitality.
Responsibilities
Develops and implements a comprehensive vision for workforce training and career development aligned with the College’s mission and strategic goals.
Oversees the development and implementation of workforce and career training programs that respond to labor market needs, emerging industries, and employer demand.
Provides leadership for applied learning initiatives including internships, cooperative education, service learning, undergraduate research, work-based learning, apprenticeships, and project-based learning.
Sustains effective partnerships with employers and community organizations to create robust internship, apprenticeship, and work-based learning opportunities.
Strengthens partnerships with employers and community organizations to create employment opportunities aligned with students’ academic programs and career goals.
Monitors career services outcomes and student satisfaction through data collection and assessment tools to enhance programming, employer engagement, and student support strategies.
Supervises staff responsible for workforce development, applied learning, and career services initiatives.
Organizes networking events, career fairs, and employer engagement opportunities for students.
Seeks grant opportunities and external funding to expand workforce development and experiential learning initiatives.
Manages budgets, resources, and operational processes to ensure program effectiveness and fiscal sustainability.
Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to workforce and career programs.
Captures and analyzes program data to assess effectiveness and inform continuous improvement efforts.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in education, workforce development, business administration or a related field required. Master’s Degree in education, workforce development, business administration, or a related field preferred.
Experience: Minimum of three years of progressively responsible leadership experience. Demonstrated knowledge of career and technical education (CTE), career services, and applied learning. Experience managing budgets and financial resources. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, with the ability to build and sustain effective partnerships.
Experience Preferred: Experience developing workforce training programs in collaboration with industry partners. Familiarity with workforce funding models, apprenticeship programs, and employer partnerships. Knowledge of labor market trends, emerging workforce needs, and industry-recognized credentials. Experience in curriculum and/or academic program development. Knowledge of student retention best practices and strategies that promote engagement and academic success. Experience aligning workforce initiatives with strategic enrollment and student success goals. Experience in a community college setting. Experience working within shared governance structures. Experience with grant implementation, compliance, reporting, and fiscal management. Experience managing external or grant-funded resources. Demonstrated ability to develop, manage, and adjust budgets across a fiscal year and/or the life cycle of a grant. Experience preparing, interpreting, and analyzing statistical and performance reports.
Benefits and Salary Range
Competitive starting salary in the range of $72,809 to $80,305 and is commensurate with qualifications.
A flexible work schedule is available upon successful completion of training.
This position follows a hybrid model, with a combination of on-site and remote work.
NYS retirement or Optional SUNY Retirement Program
Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance through Excellus BCBS
Finger Lakes Community College Tuition Waiver for employee and dependents
Tuition assistance – 4-year institutions