Registered Apprenticeship Specialist in Glasgow

Employees for the State of Montana must reside within Montana. All applications and required application documents must be submitted through the MT Careers site.

406Jobs is launching a Registered Apprenticeship Specialist position to supercharge opportunity and growth across Eastern Montana, connecting people, employers, and communities to high-impact, skills-based careers. In this role, you will be on the front lines of the 406Jobs Initiative, turning big ideas into real training programs that keep talent local, strengthen small town economies, and open doors for Montanans who have been left out of traditional pathways—including formerly incarcerated individuals and rural jobseekers.

MISSION STATEMENT: Empowering all Montanans through work and opportunity.

DLI CORE VALUES: Responsiveness, Respect, Integrity, Excellence, Cohesiveness.

It is about the people and the impact we make in our communities every day. We are proud of our open, team-based, supportive, and collaborative work environments.

Position Overview: As a Registered Apprenticeship Specialist with 406Jobs, you will use apprenticeship as a tool to solve real workforce problems, not just manage a program. You will work directly with employers, schools, workforce partners, and reentry organizations to design and support apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship pathways aligned with Montana's workforce goals.

Essential Functions:

• Design and expand apprenticeship programs by teaming up with employers, unions, and education and workforce partners to launch innovative registered apprenticeship models.
• Provide technical assistance on registration and compliance as the go-to guide for sponsors.
• Develop pre-apprenticeship and youth pathways that give high school students, career changers, rural residents, and underrepresented Montanans a clear, structured on-ramp into apprenticeship and long-term, living wage careers.
• Use data to drive strategy by digging into labour market information, program outcomes, and local feedback.
• Communicate program requirements clearly by turning dense regulations and technical language into practical guidance.
• Monitor program quality and compliance by keeping a close eye on standards, records, and outcomes.
• Build and manage strategic partnerships by connecting workforce, education, community, tribal, and re-entry partners.
• Support evaluation and continuous improvement by tracking completion, credential, and employment outcomes.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Design workforce and training programs.
• Conduct needs assessments and translate them into standards.
• Build and sustain partnerships.
• Facilitate collaboration.
• Communicate complex information.
• Develop and deliver presentations and trainings.
• Interpret and apply regulations and policy.
• Analyze data and recommend improvements.
• Manage projects and documentation.
• Work independently and exercise judgment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Education and Experience):

• Demonstrated experience designing, managing, or supporting programs related to workforce development, education, business, or human services.
• Experience engaging employers, schools, and community partners.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply program guidelines.
• Experience analyzing data, tracking performance, and preparing reports.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A bachelor's degree in public administration, business, human services, or a related field may supplement relevant experience.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY: A complete state application is not required; however, you will need to initiate the application and attach the resume, cover letter or other required documents at the time of application to be considered for this position.

BENEFITS: Enjoy the quality of life in the beautiful state of Montana with year-round recreational opportunities. Some benefits include:

• Work/life balance with hybrid schedules or partial telework.
• 38 paid days off a year including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Military leave: Up to 15 days of military leave with full pay.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance coverage.
• Choice between two retirement plans with employer contributions.
• Career progression, training opportunities, and room for professional growth.