Program Director

Location: Hybrid (Fairmont, WV area)
Travel: Required throughout the year during program execution

Position Overview

• Lead and manage a STEM and/or technical program from strategic planning through execution
• Oversee delivery of hands-on, technically rigorous initiatives aligned with workforce or educational objectives
• Serve as the primary interface between technical staff, academic/industry partners, sponsors, and leadership
• Ensure technical accuracy, program quality, and measurable outcomes
• Drive continuous improvement to keep programming aligned with evolving industry needs

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute program plans, schedules, and technical deliverables
• Coordinate instructors, subject matter experts, mentors, and operational staff
• Ensure curriculum, labs, workshops, or technical activities meet defined standards
• Manage budgets, reporting requirements, and funding compliance (if applicable)
• Track performance metrics including participation, technical outcomes, and impact
• Identify and mitigate technical, operational, or safety risks
• Build and maintain partnerships with industry, academia, and/or government stakeholders
• Support proposal development, program expansion, and sustainability efforts
• Present program updates and results to executive leadership and external partners

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, STEM discipline, or related field required; advanced degree preferred
• 5-10+ years of experience leading STEM, technical, or engineering-focused programs
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary technical initiatives
• Strong understanding of technical curriculum development or applied engineering environments
• Experience working with industry, academic institutions, or government sponsors
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication abilities
• Ability to translate high-level strategy into structured, executable plans

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.