Director, Craft & Apprenticeship Programs

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Job Title: Director, Craft & Apprenticeship Business Unit/Department: Learning and Development              Dallas, Texas  VP, Learning & Development   The Director, Craft & Apprenticeship Programs leads the strategic design and development of Loenbro University's core workforce training ecosystem. Reporting directly to the VP of Learning & Development, this role owns the programmatic strategy across four interconnected practice areas: craft specialization, registered apprenticeship, electrical training, and safety training integration. The Director is responsible for building scalable, outcomes-driven programs that develop craft proficiency across Loenbro's multi-state workforce — from entry-level helper training through journeyman-level skill advancement and apprenticeship completion. This is a program design and strategy role. The Director establishes curriculum frameworks, governs program quality, and develops the systems that enable consistent training delivery across regions — partnering closely with the Director of Workforce Development, who owns field execution and deployment.   Program Strategy & Design Own the strategic vision and curriculum framework for craft specialization, apprenticeship, electrical training, and safety training programs within Loenbro University Design structured learning pathways from entry-level helper through journeyman and beyond, aligned to NCCER standards and registered apprenticeship requirements Develop program architecture that scales across Loenbro's multi-state footprint without sacrificing quality or consistency Establish program standards, learning outcomes, and performance benchmarks for each training domain Identify gaps in current training offerings and build multi-year roadmaps to close them  Apprenticeship Program Oversight Lead design and continuous improvement of Loenbro's registered apprenticeship program(s), including standards development, DOL/SAA alignment, and progression frameworks Partner with the Apprenticeship Coordinator to ensure administrative compliance, cohort management, and participant tracking Evaluate and manage relationships with apprenticeship program partners, including JATC partnerships, sponsor organizations, and third-party vendors — with a strategic eye toward building internal capacity over time Monitor apprenticeship completion rates, wage progression milestones, and retention outcomes; use data to drive program improvements Craft & Safety Training Programs Direct craft training program development in coordination with the Craft Program Manager, ensuring coverage across key trades including electrical, coating, scaffolding, insulation, and emerging specialties Partner with the Electrical Training Ops Manager to govern NCCER facilitator quality, certification pipelines, and electrical training delivery standards Integrate safety training requirements into craft and apprenticeship curricula — ensuring alignment with Loenbro's safety standards and applicable regulatory requirements Oversee the helper training program as the formal entry point to Loenbro's craft workforce pipeline Team Leadership & Development Lead and develop a team of program professionals including the Craft Program Manager, Apprenticeship Coordinator, Electrical Training Ops Manager, and Safety Training Lead (TBD) Set clear performance expectations, provide ongoing coaching, and support each direct report's professional growth Build a high-performing team culture grounded in program rigor, continuous improvement, and collaboration across Loenbro University Cross-Functional Collaboration & Governance Serve as the primary Loenbro University liaison for craft training matters with Operations, Talent Acquisition, Safety, and HR Partner with the Director of Workforce Development to ensure programs are field-deployable and regionally relevant Collaborate with the Enterprise L&D Operations & Technology team on LMS integration, content authoring standards, and training data reporting Represent Loenbro University in industry forums, apprenticeship consortia, and with regulatory bodies as appropriate 7+ years of progressive experience in workforce development, craft training, or technical education in the industrial, construction, or energy sector Demonstrated hands-on craft or trades industry background — practical field experience in industrial construction is essential to this role Direct experience designing or managing registered apprenticeship programs, including familiarity with JATC structures, DOL/SAA registration, and apprenticeship standards development Experience with NCCER curriculum, facilitator certification processes, or equivalent nationally recognized craft training standards Proven ability to lead and develop a team of direct reports in a fast-paced, multi-site environment Strong program design skills with the ability to translate operational needs into structured curricula and learning frameworks Excellent communicator across all levels — from craft workers and trainers to senior leadership     Bachelor's degree in Education, Workforce Development, Organizational Development, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience Experience managing or transitioning apprenticeship programs from third-party vendors to internal administration Familiarity with safety training integration within craft training programs (OSHA, NFPA 70E, or similar) Experience working within a private equity-backed industrial services or specialty contractor environment Working knowledge of LMS platforms and digital content delivery tools       This position is primarily office-based with moderate travel (approximately 25–30%) to Loenbro job sites, training facilities, and regional offices across the U.S. While visiting field environments, the incumbent may be exposed to industrial construction site conditions and will be expected to follow all applicable safety protocols. Must be able to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.