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•­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­About GE Vernova:

GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses and is supported by its accelerator businesses of Advanced Research, Consulting Services, and Financial Services. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with more than 80,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world.

GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. As part of the Gas Power One Field Services team, FieldCore installs, maintains, and upgrades power generation equipment, enabling operators of the world’s energy infrastructure to provide more reliable and affordable energy.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a **Program Manager – Workforce Readiness** to lead a flagship career readiness initiative at the Houston Learning Center. This new program will provide **after-school technical training** to high school seniors, preparing them for careers in field-based turbine maintenance.

The ideal candidate brings **experience in public school or vocational education administration** , understands how to work with **minors in training environments** , and is skilled in **grant writing and state/federal program funding** . This is not a traditional corporate training role; it requires someone who can build bridges between public education systems and private industry while managing logistics, compliance, and long-term program development.

+ **Key Responsibilities**

+ **Program Leadership:** Serve as the central lead for the HLC-based Workforce Readiness Program, managing day-to-day delivery, calendar, and logistics

+ **School District Liaison:** Build and maintain relationships with Houston-area ISDs, vocational programs, and CTE leaders to coordinate student recruitment, eligibility, and engagement

+ **Student Oversight:** Ensure the program complies with policies governing the education and supervision of **minors in training environments** , including adherence to safety, attendance, and conduct standards

+ **Funding & Grants:** Research and apply for **state and federal workforce development funding** , CTE-related grants, or dual-enrollment partnerships to support program expansion and sustainability

+ **Curriculum Coordination:** Collaborate with internal technical experts to align content delivery with business needs and student learning outcomes

+ **Compliance & Risk Management:** Ensure all program activities meet GE Vernova’s EHS standards, site policies, and minor training regulations

+ **Brand & Community Engagement:** Support program branding, public outreach, and student events in alignment with GE Vernova’s employer brand and DEI mission

+ **Reporting & Evaluation:** Track student progress, instructor feedback, and conversion rates to FieldCore employment; report results to leadership and adjust strategy accordingly

+ **Pre-Program Readiness:** Coordinate outreach events, school visits, and pre-program student onboarding in partnership with schools and FieldCore delivery teams

+ **Collaborative Management:** Partner closely with HLC operational teams, EHS, and the Global Training Delivery Director to ensure smooth execution across all operational touchpoints **Required Qualifications**

+ Bachelor’s degree in Education, Public Administration, Workforce Development, or related field

+ 7+ years of experience in public education, CTE administration, vocational training, or nonprofit program management

+ Proven ability to supervise, coordinate, or support training for **minors or high school-aged learners**

+ Demonstrated success in writing or managing **state or federal education/training grants**

+ Strong understanding of workforce development systems, CTE funding mechanisms, and public-private training partnerships

+ Excellent communication, planning, and stakeholder engagement skills

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and/or program management tools (Smartsheet, Google Workspace, etc.) **Preferred Qualifications**

+ Experience working directly with ISDs, high schools, or technical schools

+ Familiarity with career pathway programs or industry-recognized certification models

+ Background in administering safety or compliance programs related to youth in hands-on learning environments

+ Master’s degree in Education Administration, Workforce Policy, or Public Affairs

+ Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

Compensation and Benefits:

The annual salary range for this position is $88,800 to $146,400. This is an exempt from overtime position. FieldCore benefits include insurance (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), retirement savings, health and Wellness reimbursement, and a bonus or incentive program. Eligibility for FieldCore benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable benefits plan.

_FieldCore is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law_ _._