Director of Electrical School – Ignite America (Founding Director)

Location: Bentonville & Gentry, AR

About UHP (Unlock Human Potential)

UHP is a veteran-focused education and leadership development organization based on an 800-acre campus in Northwest Arkansas. Through immersive, high-impact programs, we develop service members and veterans into leaders—equipped with the skills, mindset, and purpose to thrive in their next chapter.

Our approach is built on four core pillars: Think. Train. Feel. Lead.

We integrate human performance, leadership development, and real-world skill building to prepare individuals for meaningful, long-term careers.

As we expand, UHP is launching Ignite America Trade Schools—a bold initiative to modernize skilled trades education. We are building one of the most advanced trade training environments in the country, combining hands-on instruction with simulation, immersive VR, and AI-supported learning systems.

Our goal is simple:

Develop elite trades professionals—and redefine how America trains its workforce.

The Opportunity

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This is not a traditional director role.

We are looking for a Founding Director of Electrical School—a builder who will design, launch, and scale a modern electrical training program from the ground up.

You will own the full lifecycle:

Program creation

Curriculum design

Instructor development

Industry alignment

Long-term growth and scalability

This role is about more than running a program—it’s about building a national model for electrical workforce development.

What You’ll Do

Build the Program

Design and launch a comprehensive electrical training program from inception through execution

Define learning outcomes, certifications, and performance standards

Build a scalable model that can expand across campuses

Lead & Develop People

Recruit, hire, and mentor electrical instructors

Establish instructional standards, evaluation processes, and a culture of excellence

Create an environment focused on professionalism, safety, and continuous improvement

Design Modern Training

Develop curriculum aligned with NEC standards and industry best practices

Integrate hands-on learning with simulation, VR/AR, and AI-supported instruction

Build immersive training environments that replicate real-world job sites

Drive Innovation

Evaluate and implement emerging technologies in trade education

Partner with internal teams and external providers to enhance learning outcomes

Help position Ignite America as a leader in modern workforce development

Own Operations

Manage program budgets, equipment, labs, and facilities

Oversee scheduling, compliance, and safety standards

Ensure program quality, accreditation, and credential alignment

Build Industry Partnerships

Develop relationships with contractors, utilities, and employers

Align training with workforce demand and hiring pipelines

Support apprenticeship pathways and job placement outcomes

What We’re Looking For

Required

Master Electrician license OR equivalent senior leadership experience in electrical workforce training, apprenticeship programs, or technical education

10+ years in the electrical industry

Proven leadership experience in training, workforce development, or program management

Deep understanding of NEC codes, safety standards, and industry practices

Preferred

NCCER Certified Instructor or experience with NCCER-aligned programs

Experience building or scaling training or apprenticeship programs

Background leading teams of instructors or technical trainers

Exposure to simulation, VR/AR, or digital learning platforms in training environments

Passion for innovating how skilled trades are taught and developed

Why UHP

Be part of building something from the ground up

Help shape the future of skilled trades education in America

Work alongside a team committed to excellence, growth, and purpose

Direct impact on the lives of service members and veterans

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation package

401(k)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development support

Access to UHP performance and recovery facilities

Final Thought

If you’re looking for a role where you can own, build, and lead something that matters—this is it.