Skilled Trades & SkillsUSA Coordinator

Howard Community College ( HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.

Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!

The Skilled Trades & SkillsUSA Coordinator is a part-time (25 hours/week) position that supports the Skilled Trades Program Manager and serves as the primary point of contact for all SkillsUSA activities at the college. This role ensures smooth coordination of student engagement, competition preparation, chapter operations, and industry-facing outreach. The ideal candidate brings knowledge of skilled trades, familiarity with SkillsUSA, and an outgoing, student-centered approach to representing the college in public-facing settings.

* Serve as the college's main representative and liaison for SkillsUSA at the local, state, and national levels.

* Coordinate chapter meetings, membership enrollment, officer development, and student engagement activities.

* Support students and faculty advisors in preparing for SkillsUSA competitions, including registration, logistics, training schedules, and travel coordination.

* Maintain compliance with SkillsUSA guidelines, deadlines, and reporting requirements.

* Promote SkillsUSA participation across skilled trades programs through outreach, events, and classroom engagement.

* Work closely with the Skilled Trades Program Manager to support day-to-day program operations.

* Assist with organizing workshops, labs, demonstrations, and industry partner visits.

* Help maintain communication between faculty, students, and external partners.

* Support recruitment and retention initiatives for skilled trades programs.

Outreach & Engagement

* Serve as a forward-facing representative of the skilled trades department at campus events, career fairs, community activities, and industry functions.

* Build and maintain relationships with employers, trade organizations, and community partners.

* Promote skilled trades pathways and SkillsUSA involvement through presentations, tabling, and student interaction.

* Track SkillsUSA membership, competition results, budgets, and documentation.

* Assist with scheduling, communications, marketing materials, and event coordination.

* Maintain organized records and support reporting for grants, accreditation, and program evaluation.

* High school diploma with an associate degree, or five years of experience working in skilled trades fields.

* Knowledge of skilled trades areas (e.g., construction, HVAC, electrical, automotive, welding, manufacturing).

* Familiarity with SkillsUSA structure, competitions, and chapter operations.

* Strong interpersonal skills and an outgoing, approachable demeanor.

* Ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, and external partners.

* Strong organizational and communication skills.

* Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

* Bilingual (Spanish/English or other language commonly used in the community).

* Previous involvement in SkillsUSA as a competitor, advisor, or coordinator.

* Experience working in a college, training program, or workforce development environment.

* Experience coordinating events, student activities, or community outreach.

* Knowledge of safety standards and best practices in skilled trades environments.

*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.

HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).

Howard Community College ( HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.