Workforce Development & Industry Partner

Department: Academic Affairs Reports To: Vice President of Academic Affairs Employment Status: Full-Time, Exempt Position Summary Workforce & Industry Partnerships (WIP) serves as the College’s primary liaison to regional employers, industries, workforce organizations, and other external partners to identify current and emerging education, training, and workforce development needs. Through intentional outreach and relationship-building, WIP engages industry leaders and employers to better understand workforce trends, skills gaps, credentialing needs, and opportunities for employee education and advancement. WIP brings this information back to the College and works collaboratively with Academic Affairs to identify opportunities to develop, expand, or adapt academic programs, credentials, workforce training, and other educational offerings that respond to demonstrated market and employer needs. A central focus of the position is developing partnerships that create sustainable enrollment opportunities for the College, including pathways for incumbent workers, employer-sponsored education, customized cohort programs, professional and continuing education, and other workforce-aligned educational initiatives. The position is focused on institution-to-industry outreach and the development of educational partnerships that support academic growth and enrollment. It works collaboratively with Enrollment Management, Marketing, Development, Career Services, and other College departments when partnership opportunities intersect with their respective areas of responsibility. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Employer and Industry Engagement Develop and maintain strategic relationships with employers, industry associations, workforce development organizations, chambers of commerce, government agencies, and other relevant partners. Conduct regular outreach and engagement with employers to understand current and emerging workforce needs, skills gaps, credential requirements, and employee development priorities. Meet with organizational leaders, human resources professionals, workforce leaders, and other stakeholders to identify opportunities for education, training, and talent development. Represent the College at industry meetings, workforce events, professional associations, chambers of commerce, and other forums that provide opportunities for employer engagement and workforce intelligence. Establish mechanisms for ongoing employer feedback regarding workforce trends, educational needs, and the preparedness of current and future employees. Develop long-term employer relationships that create opportunities for continued collaboration between industry and the College. Workforce Needs Assessment & Industry Intelligence Conduct formal and informal employer needs assessments to identify workforce challenges and opportunities. Monitor regional workforce trends, occupational demand, industry changes, credential…