Workforce Development Manager

Bart's Electric is a commercial electrical and special systems contractor headquartered in Liberty, MO, and a merit shop built on a simple idea: We Build People.

BE360 is our workforce development and education initiative, focused on building the next generation of electrical talent.

This role leads that mission in the community.

The Workforce Development Manager leads BE360's workforce pipeline efforts by developing partnerships, programs, and outreach that introduce individuals to careers in the electrical industry.

You'll serve as the primary community ambassador for BE360 and drive engagement, awareness, and recruitment into the skilled trades and apprenticeship pathways.

This role owns all workforce development programs outside of Bart's Electric's registered apprenticeship.

• Lead BE360's workforce development strategy and annual planning.
• Develop and oversee pipeline programs — youth, adult career transition, pre-apprenticeship, summer camps and academies, and skilled-trades exploration.
• Ensure effective program delivery, operations, and continuous improvement. Partnerships
• Build relationships with high schools, CTE programs, colleges, workforce boards, nonprofits, and community organizations.
• Partner with electrical contractors, industry groups, and workforce agencies.
• Strengthen regional collaboration and workforce pipeline development. Outreach & Recruitment
• Conduct school visits, career fairs, presentations, and facility tours.
• Engage educators, counselors, parents, and workforce partners.
• Promote electrical careers and drive interest into apprenticeship programs. Program Operations
• Oversee registration, communication, scheduling, and participant tracking.
• Coordinate instructors, events, facilities, and logistics.