Assistant Vice President, Employer Partnerships

College of Western Idaho•Nampa, ID

52d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a visionary leader passionate about connecting education with industry needs? The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is seeking an Assistant Vice President of Employer Partnerships & Workforce Development to drive strategic initiatives that empower students and strengthen Idaho's workforce. Why Join CWI? At CWI, we're committed to accessible, affordable, and employable education. As Assistant Vice President, you'll lead transformative workforce programs, build impactful employer partnerships, and shape the future of workforce development in southwest Idaho.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Public Administration, Workforce Development, or related field
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in workforce development or higher education
Proven success in building and sustaining industry partnerships
Deep understanding of CWI's mission and commitment to accessibility and employability
Strong communication, collaboration, and change management skills
Ability to foster a student-centered, equity-focused environment

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive workforce development strategy aligned with CWI's mission and regional economic priorities
Advise the Vice President of Strategy & Operations on labor market trends and employability outcomes
Lead Workforce Development operations, staff, and programs with a focus on innovation and responsiveness
Oversee budgeting, enrollment growth, and market expansion
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local workforce regulations
Cultivate strategic relationships with employers, industry groups, government agencies, and economic development organizations
Align academic and technical programs with industry needs to ensure graduate readiness
Represent CWI on workforce boards and regional/state initiatives
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to coordinate employer engagement
Lead the design and expansion of non-credit training, apprenticeships, and custom employer solutions
Pursue funding opportunities through grants and partnerships
Foster a culture of agility and innovation in response to evolving workforce demands
Oversee Directors of Workforce Development Programs across multiple sectors