Hiring Our Heroes

Program Manager

• Own the regional strategy and execution of the Skilled Trades Academy program.
• Translate national program goals into local action plans, cohort schedules, and measurable outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to expand program reach, employer engagement, and participant impact.
• Analyze labor market trends and stakeholder feedback to ensure programming aligns with workforce needs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with employers, industry partners, workforce organizations, and community stakeholders.
• Conduct business development outreach to recruit new employer partners and training providers.
• Identify sponsorship and partnership opportunities that support program growth and sustainability.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for employer partners.
• Support participants throughout their journey, from application through fellowship completion and employment.
• Conduct program briefings, webinars, and outreach events to educate transitioning service members about skilled trades career opportunities.
• Coordinate networking opportunities that connect participants with employers and industry professionals.
• Ensure a high-quality participant experience through proactive communication and support.
• Oversee training provider relationships and monitor program quality, capacity, and performance.
• Track program outcomes, participant success metrics, and employer engagement data.
• Develop reports, impact stories, and executive-ready updates for internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Partner with colleagues across Hiring Our Heroes programs to support regional initiatives, events, and strategic priorities.
• Represent Hiring Our Heroes at community, workforce development, military, and industry events.

Program Manager, Skilled Trades Academy

• Lead end-to-end strategy and execution for the Skilled Trades Academy
• Translate national goals into local programming, partnerships, and results
• Build and grow employer relationships across skilled trades industries
• Identify new growth opportunities (industries, training pathways, cohorts)
• Plan and host events that connect participants with employers
• Deliver briefings and webinars to drive program awareness and enrollment
• Oversee training providers to ensure high-quality participant experiences
• Support participants throughout their journey—from application to placement
• Track outcomes, measure success, and continuously improve the program
• Create clear, executive-ready updates and impact storytelling

• Own the regional strategy and execution of the Skilled Trades Academy program.
• Translate national program goals into local action plans, cohort schedules, and measurable outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to expand program reach, employer engagement, and participant impact.
• Analyze labor market trends and stakeholder feedback to ensure programming aligns with workforce needs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with employers, industry partners, workforce organizations, and community stakeholders.
• Conduct business development outreach to recruit new employer partners and training providers.
• Identify sponsorship and partnership opportunities that support program growth and sustainability.
• Support participants throughout their journey, from application through fellowship completion and employment.
• Conduct program briefings, webinars, and outreach events to educate transitioning service members about skilled trades career opportunities.
• Coordinate networking opportunities that connect participants with employers and industry professionals.
• Ensure a high-quality participant experience through proactive communication and support.
• Oversee training provider relationships and monitor program quality, capacity, and performance.
• Track program outcomes, participant success metrics, and employer engagement data.
• Develop reports, impact stories, and executive-ready updates for internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Partner with colleagues across Hiring Our Heroes programs to support regional initiatives, events, and strategic priorities.
• Represent Hiring Our Heroes at community, workforce development, military, and industry events.