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Department Head

Long Island City, NY · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

Ensure curriculum delivery aligns with industry standards and safety regulations across all trades ... the Department Head's only function until the class can be covered by another instructor.

Department Head

New York, NY · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

Ensure curriculum delivery aligns with industry standards and safety regulations across all trades ... the Department Head's only function until the class can be covered by another instructor.

Department Head

Long Island City, NY · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

Ensure curriculum delivery aligns with industry standards and safety regulations across all trades ... the Department Head's only function until the class can be covered by another instructor.

Department Head

Long Island City, NY · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

Ensure curriculum delivery aligns with industry standards and safety regulations across all trades ... the Department Head's only function until the class can be covered by another instructor.

Ensure curriculum delivery aligns with industry standards and safety regulations across all trades ... the Department Head's only function until the class can be covered by another instructor.

Department Head

New York, NY · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

Ensure curriculum delivery aligns with industry standards and safety regulations across all trades ... the Department Head's only function until the class can be covered by another instructor.

The Sector Head will develop and maintain investment strategies tailored to each client ... Partner closely with the CMBS trader to execute primary and secondary market transactions while ...

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About the Role As Head of Trading and Market Structure, you will be responsible for developing and operating trading activities where active market participation supports our asset management, vault ...

About the Role As Head of Trading and Market Structure, you will be responsible for developing and operating trading activities where active market participation supports our asset management, vault ...

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How much do head trading jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for head trading in the United States is $159,999.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $150,000.00 and $170,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a head of trading do?

A Head of Trading is responsible for overseeing a firm's trading operations, ensuring trades are executed efficiently, managing risk, and developing trading strategies. They lead trading teams, monitor market conditions, and ensure compliance with regulations. This role often involves collaborating with other departments, setting performance targets, and implementing technology to improve trading processes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a head of trading?

To thrive as a Head of Trading, you need expertise in financial markets, risk management, and trading strategies, often backed by a degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Proficiency with trading platforms, quantitative analysis tools, and regulatory compliance systems is typically required, along with relevant certifications such as CFA or FRM. Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills help to effectively manage teams and respond swiftly to market developments. These competencies are crucial for driving profitability, maintaining regulatory compliance, and ensuring operational efficiency in high-stakes trading environments.

How does the head of trading typically collaborate with other departments to optimize trading strategies?

As Head of Trading, you will work closely with research analysts, risk management, compliance, and technology teams to ensure trading strategies are both effective and aligned with regulatory standards. This collaboration involves regular meetings to review market trends, risk exposures, and technological enhancements that can improve execution. Open communication with these departments is vital to stay ahead of market developments and swiftly adapt trading tactics for optimal results. Building strong relationships across teams is a key part of the role and directly impacts trading performance.

How much does a head trading make?

A head trader typically earns a base salary ranging from $150,000 to $300,000 annually, with total compensation often exceeding $1 million when including bonuses and profit sharing. Compensation depends on experience, firm size, trading performance, and market conditions.
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Infographic showing various Head Trading job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $159,999 per year, or $76.9 per hour.

Department Head

The Fedcap Group

Long Island City, NY • On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Department Heads ensure an exemplary education is being delivered in their department. This role is responsible for overseeing both the General Construction and Plumbing programs, ensuring curriculum integrity, hands-on training quality, and alignment with industry standards across multiple skilled trades. Department Heads enforce instructor accountability, address students' issues, verify that classes start and end on time, order supplies needed for their department's classes, and perform other critical operational and academic functions.

Compensation: 

$85,000 to $95,000

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Monitor all classes in the respective department first thing in the morning and multiple times throughout the day to ensure proper education is taking place with sufficient supplies.

  • Enforce timely start-up, dismissal, and break times for classes in the respective department.

  • Provide direct oversight of both General Construction and Plumbing program instruction, ensuring students receive comprehensive, hands-on training in carpentry, electrical basics, and plumbing systems including pipefitting, drainage, and water supply systems.

  • Ensure curriculum delivery aligns with industry standards and safety regulations across all trades within the department.

  • Cover an instructor's class for the respective department if they are running late or cannot come to work. (This is the Department Head's only function until the class can be covered by another instructor.)

  • Oversee the make-up classes and processes for the respective department to ensure proper education is consistently delivered.

  • Ensure all rosters, report cards, make-up forms, spreadsheets, statements, and other necessary paperwork the instructor utilizes for class are completed in a timely manner per state and accrediting standards.

  • Address all student needs and concerns in a timely manner with appropriate follow-up, including those related to multi-trade training paths within General Construction and Plumbing.

  • Support instructors in maintaining safe shop environments, enforcing OSHA standards, proper tool usage, and adherence to safety protocols across all trades.

  • Comply, and ensure instructor compliance, with employment requirements including, but not limited to, the timely response to Oracle, email, grade submissions, payroll submissions, etc.

  • Review SAP/PELL reports with Program Support and take necessary actions as needed.

  • Organize and lead faculty meetings, safety meetings, and segment change meetings on a regular basis, ensuring alignment across both Plumbing and General Construction instructional teams.

  • Coordinate and order supplies, tools, and materials specific to plumbing systems, carpentry, electrical training needs.

  • Evaluate instructor performance across multiple trades and provide coaching to ensure high-quality, consistent instruction.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Job Experience

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.

  • BPSS license within the trade(s).

  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in plumbing, electrical, and carpentry trades, with demonstrated hands-on knowledge across multiple disciplines.

  • Experience supervising or leading multi-trade construction or plumbing teams strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Working knowledge of entry-level equipment and tools used in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and general construction.

  • Working knowledge or ability to learn Microsoft 365 and Google Classroom.

  • Strong understanding of plumbing systems, construction methods, and job site safety standards.

  • Ability to manage and support instructors across multiple trades and training environments

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

The Department Head is expected to, at least one day a week, work until 8pm (up to 10pm if needed) to ensure the efficacy of the Evening programs for both the General Construction and Plumbing departments.

Apex Technical School is an adult vocational technical school located in Long Island City, New York, that provides top-tier vocational training in high-growth trades. Founded in 1961, Apex serves about 1,400 students annually with seven 900-hour certificate courses in skilled trades including refrigeration, automotive service, auto body, welding technology, electrical and advanced electrical, plumbing and construction. Apex certificate programs are highly regarded and have been shown to have a substantial positive impact on economic mobility-leading to entry level careers.
Apex is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and licensed by New York State Department of Education Apex offers job placement assistance, financial aid and work-study jobs to those who qualify.

Website: https://apexschool.com/