Career Technical Training Manager

About the role

Responsible for the overall management of the Center’s Career Technical Training (CTT) program including staffing, program and documentation compliance, credential attainment, and post-center placement outcomes. The Career Technical Training Manager also ensures compliance with Center standards, company Standard Operating Procedures and Department of Labor (DOL) requirements.

What you'll do

• Manage flow of students through each Career Technical Training program to ensure monthly production and outcome goals are met. Counsels students, as necessary.
• Ensure appropriate curriculum established, updated, and enhanced regularly for every CTT area.
• Ensure instructor’s credentials/certifications remain current and that instructors obtain the credentials required for each trade.
• Review and provide feedback on CTT Instructor weekly lesson plans and ensure effective implementation.
• Observe CTT classes and monitor the effectiveness of each instructor’s classroom management.
• Analyze data from DOL statistical reports to ensure students are making timely progress and obtaining primary and secondary credentials in their training program.
• Make recommendations to improve trade performance.
• Develop corrective action plans for Career Technical Training Programs, as needed.
• Conduct student interviews, group discussions, and focus groups to evaluate curriculum, teaching methods, and student satisfaction with trade programs.
• Work closely with other managers to ensure students are scheduled to classes and engaged in activities that will maximize their success in the program and meet DOL requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and one year experience working with disadvantaged youth, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license in the state of residence with an acceptable driving record.

About Distinction LLC

Distinction, LLC is a small, Mississippi-based business that was awarded operation of the St. Louis Job Corps Center. We are looking for qualified applicants who are enthusiastic, energetic, and purpose driven.

Working with at-promise youth on a Job Corps Center is both rewarding and fulfilling. We offer competitive pay and a positive work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth and development.