Description
AppleOne is proud to present:
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Education Director with a strong background in construction-related continuing education, professional events, and workforce development.
This is NOT a K-12 or traditional academic education role.
This position is designed for someone who has built high-level training programs, industry conferences, certification events, and contractor-focused education outside of a traditional school environment.
Reporting to the Executive Director, this role leads the strategy, development, marketing, and execution of continuing education, safety programs, and large-scale industry events that advance the professional, technical, and leadership skills of contractor members and their employees.
Primary Responsibilities
Industry Education & Workforce Programs
Lead and grow a first-in-class continuing education program for contractors and construction professionals.
Design and oversee non-academic, industry-driven training programs, workshops, seminars, and certifications.
Partner with contractors, labor representatives, trainers, and subject-matter experts.
Event Planning & Execution
Plan, market, and execute large-scale education events, conferences, in-person training sessions, and industry meetings.
Oversee event logistics including registration platforms, venue coordination, agendas, instructors, and materials.
Manage multiple events simultaneously and meet strict deadlines.
Safety, Grants & Compliance
Support and advance Safety Committee initiatives relevant to construction workplaces.
Ensure ongoing compliance and continuation of ETP State Grant funding.
Maintain program documentation and reporting requirements.
Marketing & Member Communications
Communicate education programs and events to members through newsletters, email campaigns, and website content.
Collaborate on promotion strategies to increase attendance and engagement.
Serve as a key liaison between the Association and member companies.
Who This Role Is For
? Professionals with experience in construction, trades, professional associations, workforce development, or industry education
? Candidates with event management and program administration experience
? Individuals comfortable engaging with contractors, field professionals, executives, and labor leadership
?? This role is NOT intended for candidates whose primary background is in K-12 education, academic teaching, or school administration.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required.
5+ years of experience in continuing education, professional training, or workforce development (industry or association setting).
2+ years in a management or director-level role.
2+ years using Event Management Software (e.g., Cvent, Eventbrite, RegFox).
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Demonstrated experience making decisions that impact departmental operations.
Strong facilitation, presentation, and stakeholder communication skills.
Willingness to travel locally in early mornings and attend occasional evenings/Saturday events.
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of ETP Funding Program administration.
Experience working with construction firms, contractor associations, unions, or trade organizations.
Personal Attributes
Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
How to Apply
If you have experience building industry education programs, managing professional events, and supporting contractor workforce development, we encourage you to submit your resume for immediate consideration.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans
The Know Your Rights poster is available here:
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf
The pay transparency policy is available here:
https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.
AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf
We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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