The Program Director of Adult Career Pathways supports all statewide Integrated Education & Training (IET), Perkins Eligible Career & Technical Education (CTE) Programs of Study, and all other related pathway programming. The Program Director will shape state policy and practice designed to increase and support participation of WorkReady U students in pathways leading to living wage work and further educational opportunities and promote the development and implementation of a statewide Integrated Education and Training (IET) professional learning system for college teams and WorkReady U programs.

Salary: Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as a member of the WorkReady U team developing and implementing the Integrated Education & Training (IET) programs, including contextualized programming leading to certifications
• Serve as a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System’s (LCTCS) Career & Technical Education (CTE) team in implementing Perkins Eligible Career & Technical Education (CTE) Programs of Study
• Develop state-level infrastructure for implementation of evidence-based career pathways in which WorkReady U Integrated Education and Training (IET) and Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs of study are designed in conjunction with partners to align with Louisiana’s workforce
• Plan and carry out technical assistance, support, and monitoring to Integrated Education & Training (IET) programs offered across the state to align with Louisiana Community and Technical College System goals, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title II federal requirements, Perkins V requirements, and locally-developed best practices
• Promote Integrated Education and Trainings (IETs) to all WorkReady U students and assist in streamlining and strengthening program referrals
• Explore and expand opportunities for English Language Learners (ELLs) to participate in Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE) programs
• Develop, plan, and implement all professional learning offerings, site visits, and technical support to advance adult career pathways throughout Louisiana
• Lead all Integrated Education and Technical (IET) program approval initiatives, including designing application tools, supporting Louisiana Community and Technical College System institutions and WorkReady U program in the application process, and overseeing the program approval process in collaboration with relevant members of the WorkReady U team
• Establish and sustain effective working relationships with all LCTCS colleges to assist WorkReady U and Career and Technical Education program implementation of adult career pathways
• Participate in Integrated Education and Technical (IET) program monitoring and follow-up on compliance issues
• Develop, compile, and disseminate Integrated Education and Technical (IET) professional learning materials
• Other duties as assigned

Required Education :

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution

Required Experience :

• Experience in career pathways work and/or adult education
• Experience as a teacher, trainer, or facilitator
• Experience managing and administering large-scale initiatives

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of the statewide WorkReady U network and its services
• Experience with MS Office, Google Suite, and Adobe products
• Basic knowledge of research techniques and using data for decision-making
• Understanding of and commitment to the mission of the Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges and the WorkReady U system
• Advanced working knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in both the Google Suite of products and Microsoft products
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to manage competing demands and able to deal with frequent change, delays, and unexpected events
• Experience with data analysis and trend identification

Preferred Experience : Banner experience

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted and position will remain open until filled.

Application Instructions: Applicants for this position should submit a cover letter that addresses the outlined responsibilities, a resume, and the names and contact information for three professional/work-related references. *If selected, applicant will be asked to provide a certified copy of transcript.

In accordance with LCTCS Policy #6.036, a criminal history check will be conducted on all new hires. LCTCS participates in the federal E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes.

LCTCS is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity/equal access employer.

For more information about the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, visit www.lctcs.edu. LCTCS is in partnership with Louisiana Economic Development FastStart.