Salary: $90,000.00 Annually
Location : ID 83401, ID
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 1904265
Department: Workforce Training Administration
Opening Date: 03/28/2025
Closing Date: 4/9/2025 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt

Job Summary

The College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) is seeking a Program Manager to lead the development and implementation of a new Nuclear Informed Trades and Technology program. This is a grant-funded, three-year position (ending December 2028) under the EDA Good Jobs Challenge Grant. The program manager will be responsible for developing curriculum in partnership with industry leaders and content experts, to ensure that trade and technologies workers are able to perform their jobs safely in facilities that work with nuclear materials. The program manager will also be responsible for implementing training programs and placing graduates into high-quality jobs. This role requires strong leadership, industry collaboration, and a commitment to workforce development.

This is a grant-funded position which will end on December 31, 2028.

What We Offer

At the College of Eastern Idaho, we're dedicated to providing open access to affordable, high-quality education that meets the needs of our students, regional employers, and the community. To support our dedicated faculty and staff, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying employees:

• Affordable Health Plans: With three medical plan options, you can select healthcare coverage that best meets your needs. See rates
• Supporting Work-Life Balance: Earn sick leave with no accrual limit starting day one. Staff accrue vacation leave starting at 15 days a year with a tiered system (Faculty excluded from vacation leave).
• Retirement Savings: Faculty and exempt staff are enrolled in the Fidelity 401 (a)plan. Non-exempt or vested employees are enrolled in the PERSI base plan. View contribution rates
• Life Insurance: no-cost coverage for you and your dependents with the option to add more.
• Educational Savings: Significant tuition fee discounts for qualifying employees and their dependents.
• Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy local discounts on cell plans, movie tickets, gyms, and more.

We value your contributions and are committed to your well-being and success. Visit our Benefits Guide for more information:

Typical Job Functions
Curriculum Development & Industry Collaboration

• Develop curriculum for Nuclear Informed Trades and Technology with industry input and content experts.

• Align curriculum with associate degree programs, certificate programs, apprenticeships, and skill-enhancement initiatives for workers.

• Coordinate with Western Wyoming Community College, Idaho State University, and Union Training Centers to share curriculum and expand program reach.

• Establish and lead an advisory committee of industry partners and educators.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and educational best practices.

Program Implementation & Training

• Recruit, enroll, and train students using the newly developed curriculum.

• Supervise program instructors and coordinate adjunct faculty as needed.

• Develop and implement strategies to support incumbent workers and transitioning professionals.

• Maintain program budget, procure necessary materials, and manage program resources effectively.

Student Placement & Industry Partnerships

• Establish internships, apprenticeships, and direct-hire agreements with employers.

• Work closely with industry partners to place graduates into high-quality jobs.

• Work with CEI's Center for New Directions to provide wrap-around services and career support, including resume development, interview preparation, and professional networking opportunities.

Tracking and Reporting

• Ensure alignment with CEI policies, accreditation requirements, and grant guidelines.

• Track program outcomes and provide reports on student success and job placement.

• Track efforts for reporting purposes.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience working in nuclear-related trades or industries.
• Prior experience managing federally funded programs or grants.

• Bachelor's degree in education, workforce development, engineering, trades, or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in workforce training, technical education, or project management.
• Experience developing curricula, industry partnerships, and workforce development initiatives.

• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, reporting, and performance tracking.

• Ability to collaborate with educational institutions, employers, and community organizations.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Incumbent must reside in Idaho (Currently CEI does not sponsor H-1B Visas)

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of apprenticeship programs, workforce training models, and career pathway development.

• Familiarity with Idaho's higher education and workforce training landscape.

• Bilingual (Spanish preferred).

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

On-site work is essential and regular predictable attendance is required. Employees may be required to work at occasional events and handle tasks outside of regular working hours.

Background Investigations:

Employment at College of Eastern Idaho will be contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation and may require a credit and/or motor vehicle background investigation depending on the position. Please refer to Policy 225: Background Checks

EOE/ADA - Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability. In addition, preference may be given to qualified veterans under state and federal laws and regulations.

Link to Annual Security Report for CEI:
College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) offers full-time employees a generous benefit package. For information about our medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance benefits please visit thePositions classified as exempt are offered retirement benefits administered through Fidelity. Information may be found at

Additional benefits include vacation, sick, and holiday leave; tuition benefits; and a selection of voluntary benefits.