Workforce Development – Industry Partner

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology

. Develop and maintain strategic relationships with employers, industry associations, workforce development organizations, chambers of commerce, government agencies, and other relevant partners .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeMedia • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in workforce development, employer engagement, and relationship management, with a strong ability to assess organizational needs and develop tailored educational solutions. Proficient in synthesizing feedback and trends to inform program development and enhance partnerships.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Workforce DevelopmentEmployer EngagementRelationship ManagementNeeds AssessmentProject Management

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisProgram DevelopmentCredentialing PathwaysConsultative SkillsNegotiation Skills

Soft Skills

Relationship-BuildingStakeholder EngagementFacilitation SkillsPresentation SkillsOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteCRM PlatformsVirtual Meeting Technologies

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationWorkforce TrendsOccupational DemandTalent DevelopmentContinuing Education

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain strategic relationships with employers, industry associations, workforce development organizations, chambers of commerce, government agencies, and other relevant partners
Conduct outreach and engagement to understand workforce needs, skills gaps, credential requirements, and employee development priorities
Meet with organizational leaders, human resources professionals, workforce leaders, and other stakeholders to identify education, training, and talent development opportunities
Represent the College at industry meetings, workforce events, professional associations, chambers of commerce, and other external forums
Establish mechanisms for ongoing employer feedback regarding workforce trends, educational needs, and employee preparedness
Conduct employer needs assessments and monitor regional workforce trends, occupational demand, industry changes, credential requirements, and emerging skill needs
Gather and synthesize employer feedback to inform Academic Affairs regarding program development, curriculum enhancement, professional development, and workforce training opportunities
Provide periodic reports and recommendations regarding emerging workforce needs and potential institutional responses
Collaborate with academic leadership, faculty, and subject matter experts to translate workforce needs into educational solutions
Facilitate customized workforce education and training opportunities
Identify opportunities for credit-bearing programs, non-credit training, certificates, micro-credentials, certification preparation, continuing education, and professional development
Develop educational pathways for incumbent workers and employer-supported education partnerships
Explore internships, clinical experiences, apprenticeships, work-based learning, and other employer-connected learning experiences
Support proposals and partnership agreements for employer education and training initiatives
Increase employer awareness of the College’s academic programs and workforce education capabilities
Serve as a point of contact for employers seeking education, training, or workforce development solutions
Develop presentations, partnership proposals, and employer-facing informational materials
Coordinate with Marketing, Development/Advancement, Enrollment Management, Student Affairs, and other College departments
Serve as relationship manager for assigned employer and workforce partnerships
Track partnership status, outcomes, satisfaction, and deliverables; develop strategies to sustain and expand successful partnerships
Participate in strategic planning and institutional initiatives related to workforce development, community engagement, enrollment, and program growth
Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Academic Affairs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Education, Workforce Development, Organizational Leadership, Human Resources, Communications, or a related field
Five years of progressively responsible experience in workforce development, employer engagement, corporate partnerships, higher education, talent development, account/relationship management, or a related field
Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining relationships with employers or other external stakeholders
Experience assessing organizational or workforce needs and developing responsive solutions
Experience coordinating projects or partnerships involving multiple internal and external stakeholders
Knowledge of workforce development and employer engagement practices
Knowledge of regional workforce and economic development systems
Knowledge of higher education, adult education, continuing education, or workforce training environments
Knowledge of employer needs assessment and partnership development
Knowledge of workforce trends, occupational demand, skills development, and talent development
Knowledge of educational program development and credentialing pathways
Knowledge of relationship management and external stakeholder engagement
Exceptional relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills
Strong consultative and needs-assessment skills
Strong written, verbal, facilitation, and presentation skills
Ability to synthesize employer feedback and workforce information into actionable recommendations
Strong partnership development and negotiation skills
Project management and organizational skills
Data analysis, reporting, and trend-identification capabilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, CRM or relationship-management platforms, and virtual meeting technologies
Ability to travel locally and regionally to meet with employers and participate in industry and workforce activities