What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workforce Development & Education Partnerships Manager position at Diligent Solutions Career Center?
Job Summary:
The Workforce Development & Education Partnerships Manager leads workforce development initiatives that strengthen talent pipelines and align education with industry workforce needs. This role serves as a liaison between employers, educational institutions, workforce organizations, economic development partners, and community stakeholders.
This role is ideal for a strategic relationship-builder who enjoys connecting industry, education, and workforce partners to create sustainable talent pipelines and workforce development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
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Support partnership exploration with K-12 schools, technical colleges, community colleges, universities, workforce boards, chambers, and economic development organizations.
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Facilitate curriculum alignment discussions to ensure educational programs reflect current industry workforce needs.
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Coordinate discussions for workforce development initiatives, career pathways, internships, apprenticeships, job shadowing, and work-based learning opportunities.
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Manage stakeholder engagement activities, including meetings, site visits, presentations, advisory councils, and partnership events.
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Develop workforce development strategies, action plans, reports, and executive briefings.
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Track partnership outcomes, workforce metrics, and talent pipeline activities.
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Coordinate project logistics, meeting schedules, communications, and follow-up actions across multiple stakeholders.
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Support career awareness, workforce marketing, and student engagement initiatives.
Key Competencies:
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Workforce Development
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Education Partnerships
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Curriculum Alignment
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Stakeholder Engagement
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Project Management
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Strategic Communication
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Relationship Management