Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. IACMI - The Composites Institute® is seeking a highly motivated and relationship-driven Program Director to provide leadership across assigned workforce development programs through strong partner engagement. This role is responsible for leading the team supporting the project, strengthening relationships across partner organizations, and ensuring program delivery reflects IACMI’s workforce priorities and long-term strategic goals.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership across assigned workforce development programs, with responsibility for program alignment, team coordination, partner engagement, and successful mission-focused execution
- Provide updates and act on the guidance of the Education and Workforce director to align with other existing IACMI programs for efficiency and successful integration
- Manage and mentor the team supporting the project, including site managers, coordinators, associates, and other assigned personnel, to ensure strong execution, accountability, and alignment across the program
- Take ownership, direct employees, and IACMI internal support to guide the success of the program
- Align with the finance and PACT team to coordinate successful budget and operational planning to anticipate, plan, and deliver on Build Freedom Growth
- Leadership of the day-to-day direction and continuous improvement of assigned programs in alignment with organizational goals, stakeholder expectations, and workforce priorities
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with schools, community organizations, industry partners, workforce stakeholders, and internal teams
- Help ensure program activity remains aligned with partner expectations, organizational priorities, and IACMI’s broader workforce mission
- Support and motivate teams working across workforce programs to maintain engagement, responsiveness, accountability, and strong collaboration
- Help identify, develop, and support opportunities to expand program reach, strengthen regional engagement, and increase participation across schools, partners, and aligned stakeholders
- Work closely with program management staff to ensure external relationships and internal delivery remain aligned and mutually supportive
- Support site visits, partner meetings, presentations, and stakeholder engagements tied to workforce program success
- Help identify challenges in partner coordination or workforce delivery and work collaboratively to resolve them
- Contribute to program growth by strengthening networks, partnerships, and long-term engagement opportunities
- Represent IACMI and its workforce mission in meetings, conferences, and strategic discussions with partners and stakeholders
- Support proposal development, funding expansion efforts, and broader opportunities to strengthen the impact and sustainability of assigned programs
Skills
- Bachelor's degree or 8–12 years of relevant experience in workforce development, education, community engagement, partner management, program leadership, or related field
- Demonstrated experience leading teams, managing performance, and delivering results in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work effectively across multiple stakeholders
- Ability to motivate teams, build trust, and maintain strong working relationships across internal and external partners
- Experience managing budgets and coordinating with direct reports spending in dispersed organization
- Experience supporting collaborative initiatives across schools, community partners, industry, or workforce organizations
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to solve problems, take initiative, and support mission-driven program delivery
- Valid U.S. driver's license and willingness to travel as needed
- Experience supporting federally funded programs, nonprofit initiatives, or education-based partnerships
- Experience working with K-12 schools, community partners, industry stakeholders, or youth-focused workforce programs
- Familiarity with workforce development, career-connected learning, skilled trades pathways, or advanced manufacturing initiatives
- Experience representing an organization in partner meetings, public events, or stakeholder engagements
- Experience helping shape strategy, partnerships, or long-term program growth
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive work environment fostering growth and innovation.
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