At their May 16, 2022 meeting, the Board of Trustees approved proposed revisions to the bylaws establishing a Workforce Development Division unit within the Vermont State Colleges. The Executive Director of this new division will report to the Board, thereby reflecting the significant role that the VSC plays in meeting the workforce and continuing education needs of the state. The Workforce Development division will bring into alignment the program offerings, administrative support services, operational processes, and systems across the VSC system to meet critical talent and workforce needs. This will create a clear point of entry with a “no wrong door” philosophy. Building on the strengths of the current programs, expanding to new industry areas, continuing to pool resources, and expanding enrollment access across the state, the VSCS Workforce Development Division is envisioned as a one-stop-shop for Vermonters, Vermont businesses, and industries. The Workforce Development Transformation Team is exploring how best to structure the division for future success, recognizing that credit-bearing programs will continue to be delivered by the accredited institutions. See the team update.
To lead the Workforce Development effort, the Board of Trustees voted unanimously to appoint Pat Moulton, current President of Vermont Technical College, to serve as the first Executive Director of Workforce Development. Pat will assume this role when she transitions out of the VTC Presidency in July. Pat brings rich experience in economic development, state government, and higher education to this role. She has been with the VSC since 2017 when she was appointed President of Vermont Technical College. Pat has decades of experience in the state of Vermont supporting economic growth by focusing on workforce development and education, prior to joining the VSC. She will be an exceptional leader in bringing the goals of the Workforce Development division to fruition.