Job Description

We seek applicants for a temporary, full-time position to lead and manage functions related to apprenticeships and employer sponsorships in coordination with the department team, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders. Reporting to the Executive Director of Program Development and Innovation, the Assistant Director will plan and implement various aspects of the apprenticeship program, including employer relationship management and apprentice recruitment, screening, onboarding, persistence, and completion in compliance with program regulations.

Learn more about the apprenticeship program at HCC!

General responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist with employer and industry collaborative outreach, lead generation, and follow-up to raise support for apprenticeships and increase enrollment
• Lead outreach initiatives to promote and recruit individuals into apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs in coordination with department staff and other areas including Adult Education, Workforce Empowerment Initiative, and Continuing Education
• Assist with prospective apprentice screening and intake, progress monitoring, and employer placement processes
• Foster and maintain relationships with registered apprentices and their employers/mentors and act as a liaison to facilitate apprentices’ success and program completion by performing and documenting regular check-ins; assess challenges and identify on-campus and/or broader services to support their success
• Coordinate with campus departments and community-based organizations to secure delivery of wraparound supports; this may include referrals to Tutoring Services, Success Coaching, Student Counseling, Student Access and Accommodation Services; accessing emergency funding; and/or the purchase and delivery of textbooks and other instructional materials; etc.
• Serve as the liaison and foster professional relationships between employer partners, potential partners, and College stakeholders to drive economic growth of the region through the holistic adoption of Talent Pipeline Management strategies including demand planning, program development, apprenticeships, and employer sponsorships
• Maintain and analyze reports to make recommendations for continuous quality improvement and program promotion purposes
• Implement strategic goals and direction set by the department to ensure apprenticeship program sustainability and growth; support the development of systems and processes to ensure efficiency and scalability of the program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or appropriate experience and education
• Work experience in education, workforce development, training, or related field
• Ability to work effectively and inclusively within a diverse campus community
• Functional skills with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently and function professionally under pressure
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to efficiently manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with apprenticeship programs (trade-based or Department of Labor registered)
• Familiarity with data collection, management, and reporting, including interactive database software
• Proven commitment to and understanding of the needs of students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds
• Experience with Illinois WorkNet, RAPIDS, and/or PeopleSoft systems

Applications received by July 25, 2025 will receive priority consideration, with review of applications continuing as needed.

Position is contingent upon continued grant funding.

THIS POSITION IS BASED IN NORMAL, IL AND REQUIRES ON-CAMPUS/IN-PERSON PRESENCE.

Heartland Community College is an equal opportunity institution.

HCC values equity, diversity and inclusion. We create a collegial and welcoming culture by taking collective responsibility in the creation, protection, and enhancement of an equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus community.

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