Assistant Director for Technology & Trades

Harford Community College ( HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we're committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website.

Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA/ ADAA employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Excellent benefits package, including 2 weeks paid college break, 15 days of sick leave, and 23 days paid of vacation. Eligible for health, vision and dental benefits, flexible spending accounts, identity theft plan, and legal benefit plan. Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance; employee paid supplemental life insurance available . Participation is required in mandatory retirement plan & two optional retirement plans are available (403b with match after 1 year & 457b). Tuition waiver for HCC classes and tuition reimbursement are also available!

The Assistant Director for Technology & Trades leads the delivery of instructional programming at HCC's various locations while supporting department leadership in the creation, delivery and support of educational programming, dual enrollment and contract training, including the development of new initiatives, and the development of new programs and apprenticeships as well as strengthening of existing programs. The Assistant Director will interface with local and national businesses and government and provide support for small business development and special events.

The Assistant Director manages and coordinates educational programs including program and course scheduling, evaluation, instructor observations and staffing, student advising, documentation and quality control, database maintenance, reporting, and compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. The role also supports marketing initiatives, budget and grant administration, registration oversight, and collaboration with HR, marketing, and partner organizations. Additional duties include assisting students and instructors, maintaining records, and providing general troubleshooting and operational support.

This is a full-time, exempt staff position reporting to the Director for Workforce Development.

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position

Associate's degree

General work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; additional hours may be required at the request of the supervisor and based on the needs of the College.