Position: Assistant Director of Workforce Development
Qualifications
? Master's degree in Educational Leadership from an accredited educational institution.
? Three (3) years experience in related fields
? Four (4) years of experience as a highly effective or effective teacher.
? Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and
acceptable.
Job Goal
To function as an extension of the Director position, ensuring the development and operation of
comprehensive programs in Career and Technical Education (CTE) and adult and community
education for the students and adult citizens of Hendry County.
Reports To
Director of Workforce Development and Adult Education
Supervises
All appropriate Workforce and Adult Education Staff.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
? Well developed, clear communication, and interpersonal skills that maintain a respectful,
professional, and courteous manner.
? Conflict resolution skills.
? Record-keeping techniques.
? Methods of collecting and organizing data and information.
? The ability to independently work through and create solutions for ambiguous tasks and
projects.
? Processes exceptional judgment.
? Ability to exercise initiative.
? Ability to be a team player.
? Flexibility and adaptability..

Job Description
Position: Assistant Director of Workforce Development
? Strong organizational skills.
? Strong leadership skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

Performance Responsibilities
? Assist the Director in all operations of adult education, post-secondary, and CTE
functions.
? Align departmental goals and missions with the District's broader strategic commitments
while projecting future needs and identifying growth opportunities.
? Lead and assist in the preparation of self-studies, site visit documentation, and ongoing
compliance reports required for post-secondary accreditation and state-wide program
reviews.
? Proactively identify, write, and secure additional funding through federal, state, and
private grants; manage Performance-Based Incentive Funding and Job Training
Partnership activities.
? Coordinate directly with local business leaders and labor organizations to secure,
monitor, and evaluate internships, and direct job placement opportunities for post-
secondary CTE students.
? Assist in identifying, vetting, and administering industry certifications that meet the
evolving needs of students, schools, and local industry partners.
? Collaborate closely with school-site administrators and guidance counselors to ensure
seamless program progression, student recruitment, and appropriate student placement.
? Interpret and ensure strict adherence to federal and state statutes, Department of
Education rules, and district policies and procedures.
? Direct and oversee comprehensive programs including ABE/GED, ESOL, CTE, and
lifelong learning to ensure they prepare students for gainful employment.
? Plan, organize, and direct the work of department staff; assign responsibilities based on
individual strengths; and provide ongoing coaching and support.
? Set criteria for staff evaluations, conduct annual performance appraisals, and collaborate
with the Director on hiring needs and personnel actions.
? Facilitate staff training sessions and model high standards for professional growth by
staying abreast of current research, trends, and legal issues.
? Oversee state reporting, FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) tracking, and the preparation of all
required annual reports and student records.
? Coordinate frequent classroom visits and conduct quality review processes to assess
program effectiveness and ensure instructional compliance.
? Manage ongoing operational functions, including the review of purchase orders,
department budgets, and the planning of new or renovated technical laboratories.
? Establish and lead advisory committees; manage promotional materials and recruitment
displays at job fairs, career days, and community events.
? Attend, prepare for, and/or present topics at school board meetings

Job Description
Position: Assistant Director of Workforce Development
? Maintain state-wide relationships with CTE and post-secondary colleagues.
? Identify and approve textbooks, instructional materials, and equipment requirements for
all technical and adult programs.
? Provide direction for all career-related student organizations
? Assume responsibility for the administration of high school equivalency exams (GED).
? Use effective public relations skills to communicate with parents, students, and providers;
proactively develop solutions to potential problems using creative problem-solving.
? Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the immediate supervisor, the
Superintendent, or the School Board.
.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as
frequently as needed to move objects.  Ability to actively perform work in classroom, office, and
other business and community settings. Ability to move freely and perform duties in numerous
locations throughout the day (typically involving frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending,
and lifting). Exposure to noise and activity of a school setting. Exposure to weather conditions.
Ability to travel outside the district for a variety of meetings and conferences. 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Calendar Months: 12 Month
Salary Schedule: Administrative Pay Grade: Base
Salary and Benefits as determined and approved annually by Hendry County School Board.
This position is entirely dependent on workforce funding. Employment is contingent upon the
continuation of workforce funding. In the event that workforce funding is reduced or
discontinued, this position may be affected, up to and including termination of employment.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with School Board Policies for
evaluation of administrative personnel.

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS

Conditions for continued employment if applicable: ____________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Job Description
Position: Assistant Director of Workforce Development
This job description is intended to provide an overview of the requirements of the position. As
such, it is not necessarily all inclusive, and the job may require other essential and/or non-
essential functions, tasks, duties, or responsibilities not listed herein. The District reserves the
sole right to add, modify, or exclude any essential or non-essential requirements at any time with
or without notice. Nothing in this job description, nor the completion of any requirement of the
job by the employee, is intended to create a contract of employment of any type.
Employee Signature: ________________________________ Date: ______________________
Employee Printed Name: _________________________________