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Salary: $92,072.00 - $136,517.00 Annually
Location : CACC - Prattville - 1320 Old Ridge Rd, Prattville, AL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 08452
College/Division: CACC-601140-Director of Industry Training
Opening Date: 08/17/2026
Closing Date: 8/30/2026 10:00 AM Central
Campus Location: Central Alabama Community College
Position Summary
The FAME Center of Excellence Director provides strategic leadership, administration, and oversight for the College's Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) Center of Excellence and related advanced manufacturing workforce development initiatives. The Director is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating programs that support the preparation of highly skilled manufacturing professionals through integrated academic instruction, work-based learning, industry partnerships, and innovative workforce training solutions.
This position is posted in compliance with Alabama Code§ 16-22-15 . It is the intent to place a current employee in this position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Complies with all policies of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, theAlabama Community College System and Central Alabama Community College.

1. Provides leadership for Center initiatives to ensure alignment with the College's mission, workforce development goals, and regional industry priorities.
2. Directs the FAME (Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education) Program to develop a pipeline of highly skilled workers for modern manufacturing through integrated classroom instruction and hands-on industry training.
3. Leads coordination efforts with Haas Automation for factory outlet events, demo days, industry visits, and Project MFG initiatives, including regional and national events in Welding, Additive, and Advanced Manufacturing.
4. Collaborates with business and industry partners to identify workforce gaps and design responsive training, including short-term credentials, non-credit programs, and customized industry solutions.
5. Leads efforts to establish and sustain innovation hubs, labs, and experiential learning spaces that promote industry engagement and technology adoption.
6. Fosters partnerships with employers, economic development agencies, K-12 systems, and four-year institutions to support innovative training and employment pipelines.
7. Responsible for all equipment management including but not limited to purchasing, maintenance, and layout of equipment and tools to ensure proper and safe use.
8. Directs and manages operations of the advanced manufacturing labs and lab technician teams.
9. Identifies external funding opportunities, including grants, contracts, and public/private partnerships that enhance program reach and sustainability.
10. Provides supervision for faculty and staff assigned to the Center, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
11. Collaborates with instructional leadership to integrate new technologies and workforce competencies into academic programs.
12. Develops and manages budgets, resources, and operational processes to ensure fiscal responsibility and program sustainability.
13. Serves as a liaison to internal and external stakeholders, promoting the Center's initiatives and outcomes.
14. Collects and analyzes data to measure program effectiveness and student outcomes; prepares regular reports for college leadership and funding agencies.
15. Represents the College and Center at local, regional, and state workforce and industry meetings, promoting the institution as a leader in workforce technology innovation.
16. Establishes and leads the Career Technology Advisory Committee with industry professionals to determine program needs.
17. Maintains current knowledge of workforce trends, emerging technologies, and labor market dynamics to guide program development and investment.
18. Assists the Dean with writing bids, bid compliance, and negotiation with vendors.
19. Enters requisitions and tracking of purchases for the Center.
20. Adheres to local, state and federal policies andprocedures.
21. Performs other duties asassigned.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Education, Technology, or related field from a regionally accredited institution is required; Master's degree preferred.
2. Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in workforce or technical education, industry training, ore related leadership is required.
3. Demonstrated experience collaborating with business and industry partners is required.
4. Deep understanding of workforce education, technology integration, and economic development strategies is required.
5. Demonstrated ability to build and sustain strong partnerships across education, business, and community sectors is required.
6. Experienced in strategic planning, project management, and grant or contract administration is required.
7. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills is required.
8. Ability to interpret labor market data and translate findings into actionable program initiatives is required.
9. Excellent organizational and presentation skills are required.
10. Ability to travel to and from all campus locations and attend activities and events in designatedareas as assigned isrequired.
11. Ability to work in a high demand collaborative team work area, maintain a positive attitude, communicate effectively, and manage multiple priorities is required.
12. Ability to apply problem solving and prioritization skills with minimum supervision is required.
13. Excellent functional knowledge and proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required.
14. Ability to search, locate, read, interpret, and apply policy and standards is required.
15. Ability to read, interpret and apply data is required.
16. Experience in a community college or higher education environment is preferred.
17. Familiarity with regional and national workforce trends, technology innovations, and emerging industry sectors is preferred.

Application Procedures/Additional Information
Application Procedures/Additional Information
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a completed application through the ONLINE application system by the deadline date in order to be considered for the position. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure the application is complete and all required documentation is attached. Application material may not be submitted by fax or email.
A complete application consists of the following:
1.Completed Central Alabama Community College online application.
2.Current resume.
3.College transcripts (copies will be accepted; if employed, it is the responsibility of the employee to furnish official transcripts to CACC).
Transcripts must provide degree and date degree was awarded. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Central Alabama Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The College reserves the right not to fill the position in the event of budgetary or operational constraints. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right not to fill the position in the event of budgetary or operational constraints. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Central Alabama Community College from the institution(s) granting credits.
BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form . Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Central Alabama Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding the position. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Central Alabama Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post-secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that o employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Central Alabama Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Central Alabama Community College participates in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.
Sick Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.
8 hours per month
(may accumulate an unlimited number)
Annual Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office.
0-4 years 8 hours per month
5-9 years 10 hours per month
10-14 years 12 hours per month
15-19 years 14 hours per month
20+ 16 hours per month
(may accumulate up to 480 hours)
Personal Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.
Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.
(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)
Professional Leave
Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.
Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday
National Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
16 (5 locally assigned)
Contracted Work Days
260
Retirement
The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.
Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)
Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)
Law Enforcement Officers:
Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)
Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)
Health Insurance
PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit
Premium amounts:

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307

*Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.
Tobacco Usage Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.
Wellness Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.
If desired, the employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.
Optional Coverage Plan Premiums