Program Manager (Steel Industry Training Programs)

Job Duties And Other Information

• Program & Division Management
  • Supports the management and coordination of all credit and non-credit programs aligned with steel industry training.
  • Supports tracking and facilitating development of new programs and pathways aligned with steel production technologies (e.g., EAF operations, mechanical systems, process control, and maintenance systems).
  • In collaboration with the Finance Office, facilitates the tuition/fee setup process for workforce training programs and manages billing processes for third-party industry training contracts.
  • Collaborates with the Financial Aid Office to support access to funding for short-term and workforce training programs.
  • Manages the purchase requisition process to procure specialized equipment, tools, and instructional supplies aligned with industrial and steel production training environments.
  • Manages the faculty and instructor contract process, including coordination with subject matter experts and industry professionals supporting steel industry training.
  • Collaborates with the Public Relations Office to develop promotional materials highlighting careers in steel production and industrial trades.
  • Affirms and maintains documentation systems for industry partnerships, training agreements, and compliance requirements.
  • Performs compliance reporting and maintains records related to workforce training, industry credentials, and grant-funded initiatives.
  • Affirms and maintains documentation systems for industry partnerships, training agreements, and compliance requirements.
  • Assists with program audits and ensures compliance with accreditation, state, and industry standards.
• Student Enrollment and Records Management
  • Buils and manages course offerings in Banner for both credit and non-credit steel industry training programs.
  • Collaborates with the Registrar’s Office to ensure timely processing of certificates of completion and documentation of student achievements.
  • Ensures accurate tracking and reporting of industry-based credentials (IBCs) aligned with steel industry competencies.
  • Supports the Career Success Office in tracking employment outcomes, job placement, and workforce pipeline metrics related to steel industry careers.
  • Responds to student, faculty, and industry inquiries and connects stakeholders with appropriate college resources.
  • Affords assistance with admissions processes for selective and cohort-based training programs, including application tracking, onboarding, and orientation for steel production pathways.
• Program Advisory Committees and Business/Industry Relationships
  • Coordinates, schedules, and documents program advisory committee meetings focused on steel industry programs.
  • Works with division leadership and faculty to identify and engage industry partners—particularly in steel industry—to support advisory committees and program development.
  • Fosters and strengthens partnerships with regional employers to ensure training programs reflect current industry practices, technologies, and workforce needs.
  • Supports communication and coordination of employer-based training programs, including post-hire training and upskilling initiatives.
  • Collects and integrates employer feedback to support continuous program improvement and alignment with evolving industry demands.
• Administrative And Institutional Support
  • Coordinates logistics for training events, industry engagement activities, and workforce development initiatives, including career awareness events focused on steel production pathways.
  • Affords assistance with planning and execution of program-related events such as student orientations, industry showcases, and credentialing ceremonies.
  • Provides administrative support to the Dean, including scheduling, reporting, and coordination of division activities.
  • Maintains records, calendars, and operational systems to support efficient delivery of steel industry training programs.
  • Affords assistance with travel coordination, purchasing, and operational needs related to program delivery and industry engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Associate’s degree and five (5) years of relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree may substitute for experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.