Executive Director

Do you enjoy networking and building relationships? Can you lead a dynamic organization with minimal guidance?  Do you want to have a far-reaching impact to hundreds and potentially thousands of people? Do you love the sense of accomplishment? If this sounds like you, keep reading!

The Mechanical Craft Training Institute (MCTI), a non-profit organization founded in 2020 and located in Birmingham, AL, is searching for the right person to lead the organization. MCTI is dedicated to teaching HVAC, piping, plumbing, sheet metal and other mechanical crafts using the nationally recognized NCCER curriculum. Hardy Corporation is the sponsoring institution and partner of MCTI. Mechanical experience is not required for the  Executive Director Position.

Below are some of the objectives, competencies, goals and areas of responsibility. This is not an exhaustive list, and these may change over time. Your responsibilities are likely to evolve as we continue to grow.

Core Values of MCTI:

• Want to Grow
• Enjoy the construction industry
• Teachable

Core Competencies:

• Strategic Planning
• Networking and relationship building
• Prioritize critical path items
• Establish the right goals
• Assist in holding a small team accountable for recruiting efforts

Objectives:

• Build a thriving workforce for the mechanical industry
• Coordinate recruiting efforts to bring in new students
• Manage day to day operations of MCTI
• Identify and acquire skilled instructors for mechanical crafts
• Forecast class schedules and sizes in order to focus recruiting efforts and prepare physical classroom space
• Maintain budgets and assist in seeking grant opportunities
• Understanding of grant funding and how to apply for grants
• Knowledge of apprenticeships, co-ops, 501(c)3 non-profits, hiring credits, etc. preferred
• Develop teachers and curricula for additional training opportunities
• Manage the class schedule and recruiting pipeline

For more information about MCTI, please visit www.gomcti.org.