Assistant Director, Workforce Services

Natcast (short for The National Center for the Advancement of Semiconductor Technology) is a new, purpose-built, non-profit entity created to operate the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC) consortium, established by the CHIPS Act of the U.S. government.

Working at Natcast represents an opportunity to help extend America’s leadership in semiconductor technology, significantly reduce the time and cost of moving from idea to commercialization, and build and sustain a semiconductor workforce development ecosystem.

These efforts to advance semiconductor technology and seed new industries built on the capabilities of a wide range of advanced chips hold the potential to benefit the country and the world for generations to come.

Assistant Director, Workforce Services

Sunnyvale, CA

In this role you will provide strategic leadership for Natcast's workforce development initiatives, driving excellence in workforce development program management while assisting in leading a high-performing team that is working to strengthen the nation’s ecosystem for developing semiconductor talent. Every day you will design processes, manage workstreams, iteratively improve services, and build collaborative internal and external relationships in partnership with senior leadership at the NSTC Workforce Center of Excellence to advance Natcast's mission of developing world-class semiconductor talent in the United States.

To thrive in this role, you must be able to translate a strategic vision into detailed plans for implementation and continuous improvement. You will need to design workforce initiatives, set standards for monitoring program performance, manage projects to deadlines, and guide teams to successful achievement of workforce development goals and objectives.

Natcast stands at the forefront of America's semiconductor renaissance as the operator of the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC). Through the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC), established under the CHIPS and Science Act, Natcast brings together industry, academia, nonprofits, and government partners to advance semiconductor innovation and develop the skilled workforce needed to support U.S. leadership in this critical technology sector.

The Assistant Director of Workforce Services serves as a key strategic leader within Natcast's workforce development mission. This role combines workforce program management with relationship building and requires attention to detail and an understanding of workforce development. You will act as a deputy to the Director of Workforce Services, providing critical leadership, continuity, and program oversight while helping shape the future of the nation’s semiconductor workforce.

The Assistant Director of Workforce Services serves as a key strategic leader within Natcast's workforce development mission. This role combines workforce program management with relationship building and requires attention to detail and an understanding of workforce development. You will act as a deputy to the Director of Workforce Services, providing critical leadership, continuity, and program oversight while helping shape the future of the nation’s semiconductor workforce.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Public Administration, or related field (Master's preferred)

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Excellent stakeholder relationship management skills

• 8+ years experience in program or project management

• 5+ years experience in workforce development or closely related fields

• 3+ years experience managing a portfolio of multiple complex programs

• Substantial experience with program evaluation, performance monitoring and optimization

• Experience translating a strategic vision into detailed work plans

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills

• Demonstrated team management and mentoring experience

• Must be willing to travel domestically to represent Natcast

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Proven track record of building and managing newly formed teams

• Semiconductor industry experience

• Experience with federal or state workforce programs

• Knowledge of educational program development

• Background in technical training or education

• Experience with public-private partnerships

• Track record of strategic initiative development

• Experience with budget management

Ready to help shape the future of America's semiconductor workforce? Join our leadership team and drive strategic initiatives that will strengthen domestic semiconductor capabilities for generations to come. Apply now to contribute to this critical mission!

Natcast is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any protected attribute. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please let us know. 

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