Job Title

Assistant Program Director, Javelina Skills Trade Academy

Agency

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department

Workforce Development

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

About Texas A&M University–Kingsville

Texas A&M University–Kingsville (TAMUK), the oldest institution of higher learning in South Texas and a proud member of the Texas A&M University System, stands as the region’s premier university. TAMUK offers the widest range of academic programs and degrees in South Texas, provides exceptional learning and residential facilities, conducts impactful research, awards substantial scholarships, and has awarded more than 80,000 degrees in the institution’s 100-year history. The university is recognized for its unwavering commitment to student success, meaningful research, and deep community engagement. With a welcoming campus culture and strong regional partnerships, TAMUK offers faculty and staff a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of students and the broader South Texas region.

Location: The University is located in historic Kingsville, a friendly, safe city of 25,000 that is the home of the legendary King Ranch. Corpus Christi and its beaches are just 40 miles to the northeast, and the border with Mexico is 120 miles to the south at Brownsville or 119 miles to the west at Laredo.

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Position Overview

The Assistant Program Director of the Javelina Skilled Trades Academy (JSTA), under the direction of the Director of JSTA, assists in the administration, coordination, and expansion of workforce training initiatives supporting regional economic and workforce development needs. The Assistant Program Director provides operational leadership for skilled trades, advanced manufacturing, apprenticeship, and workforce credentialing programs, ensuring alignment with employer demand and industry-recognized standards. The position supports program delivery, staff supervision, industry engagement, apprenticeship development, student recruitment, and workforce outcomes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Program Administration & Delivery

• Assist in the administration and delivery of skilled trades and workforce training programs, including NCCER craft credentials, advanced manufacturing, apprenticeship, broadband, weatherization, and related career pathways.
• Support alignment of programs with industry certifications and registered apprenticeships.
• Assist the Director of JSTA with leadership, direction, and supervision of instructional staff, program coordinators, technical instructors, and support personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Apprenticeship & Industry Partnerships

• Support development, implementation, and management of apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs aligned with regional workforce and industry needs.
• Serve as a liaison with employers, workforce boards, economic development organizations, educational institutions, and community partners to strengthen workforce partnerships.
• Collaborate with industry leaders to identify workforce needs and adapt programs to evolving labor market demands.

Student Recruitment & Outcomes

• Assist with recruitment, retention, enrollment management, outreach activities, and career placement initiatives to support student success.

• Monitor program quality, enrollment, credential attainment, completion, apprenticeship participation, job placement outcomes, and other key performance indicators.

Credentialing, Testing & Compliance

• Assist in ensuring compliance with NCCER, OSHA, apprenticeship standards, and other industry-recognized credentialing requirements.
• Provide oversight for NCCER and JSTA testing services, including explaining policies, developing procedures, and ensuring compliance.
• Assist with research, data collection, and analysis to improve testing center operations and workforce program alignment.

Operations, Reporting & Budget

• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, workforce data analyses, and program evaluations for university leadership and external stakeholders.
• Support budget management, equipment procurement, inventory control, and operational planning for training labs and instructional facilities.
• Supervise student technicians.

Outreach & Communications

• Support outreach, marketing, and communication efforts, including social media content development and promotion of Academy programs and events.

Other Duties

• The above represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, business administration/management, industrial technology, engineering, or closely related field; equivalent industry experience may be substituted

Required Experience

Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in education, business administration, workforce development, or skilled trades

Required Licenses and Certifications

Valid Texas Driver License

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in a related field.

• Knowledge of NCCER, skilled trades certification programs, manufacturing, broadband, or energy workforce training.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience working in K-12 education, technical or trade schools, community colleges, state colleges, or higher education workforce training environments.

• Demonstrated experience managing programs, supervising personnel, and coordinating multiple projects and initiatives.

• Demonstrated experience in program development, staff supervision, and employer or community partnership engagement.

Other Requirements

• This position is security sensitive
• This position will require export-control authorization prior to starting employment.
• Commitment to Caring Campus principles, with the ability to provide exceptional customer service, foster positive relationships, and promote a welcoming, responsive, and student-centered environment for internal and external constituents.
• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures
• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements

Why Join the Javelina Nation?

Texas A&M University–Kingsville offers a supportive, mission-driven culture focused on excellence in teaching, research, and service. All employees enjoy:

• A welcoming campus community
• Opportunities for professional development
• Competitive benefits through the Texas A&M University System
• A rewarding experience of helping students achieve their academic and career goals

Shared Values: TAMUK employees uphold the Shared Values of Care, Integrity, Pride, Innovation, and Excellence, which form the foundation of the University’s culture and guide its strategic plan. More information on TAMUK’s Strategic Plan and Shared Values can be found here.

4DX: TAMUK employees actively engage in Franklin Covey’s 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) activities within their departments. TAMUK utilizes 4DX as the framework for pursuing strategic goals by creating a culture of high performance. This requires participation from all faculty and staff. More information on 4DX can be found here.

Caring Campus:  TAMUK employees embody the Institute for Evidence Based Change’s Caring Campus mindset, maintaining a collegial and caring attitude towards students and each other to foster student engagement and a positive, collaborative work environment. More information on Caring Campus can be found here.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: Commensurate with experience

Texas A&M University-Kingsville offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. In addition to base pay, TAMUK provides eligible employees a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support employees’ well-being, professional growth, and financial security.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

With our generous benefit package, robust professional development opportunities, strong retirement programs, and dedication to service excellence, TAMUK is a truly engaging and rewarding place to work.

 

Insurance:

• Medical
  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).
  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
    • Employee and Spouse
    • Employee and Children
    • Employee and Family coverage
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

 

On-Campus Wellness Opportunities:

• TAMUK’s Wellness Program is designed to enrich lives through health and wellness programming that is meaningful and impactful.

 

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

 

Tuition Benefits:

• Employee Tuition Assistance Program
• Book scholarships
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

 

Retirement:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), dependent on position
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

 

Employee Leave:

• 8+ hours of vacation per month
• 8 hours of sick leave per month
• 8 hours of paid Birthday leave
• 12-15 paid holidays per year

Additional Information

A federal proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Texas A&M University-Kingsville will not pay this fee. If immigration sponsorship may be required for employment, consult with private immigration counsel, at the individual’s expense, is recommended to determine whether the individual’s current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University-Kingsville subject to this fee.

 

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbott issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B petitions unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if sponsorship for employment visa status is required now or in the future, this moratorium may affect the university’s ability to employ the selected final candidate. TAMUK will adhere to applicable regulations regarding visa opportunities.

Application Instructions

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application
• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Contact information for 3 professional references

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.