Director of Employer Engagement

Ivy Tech Community College•Evansville, IN

4d•$55,000 - $65,000

About The Position

Ivy Tech Evansville seeks a Director of Employer Engagement to lead workforce training initiatives and business and industry partnerships that advance the development and enrollment of college-ready programs. The Director aligns vision, strategy, short- and long-range goals, and operating requirements so workforce programs, career technical education, and workforce initiatives meet the evolving needs of students, the community, and businesses. The role develops collaborative relationships with area employers to understand their market, training, education, and workforce-pipeline needs. It also coordinates workforce pathways and programs with campus and College partners, collaborates on credit and non-credit offerings, and serves as a central contact for public and private entities seeking workforce training and development resources and solutions. The position supervises assigned staff and adjunct faculty. The position is budgeted at $55,000–$65,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Typical business hours apply, though hours may be adjusted during peak times. Travel to and from campuses and professional development activities is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least three years of related experience.
Demonstrated ability to manage numerous concurrent tasks, including tasks with conflicting priorities.
Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Commitment to student learning outcomes, staff development, and diversity.
Ability and willingness to travel to and from campuses and professional development activities.
Ability to work within an entrepreneurial framework and scale a large project.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

Partner with the campus Executive Director of Career Link to develop campus strategy for employer connections and training and completion metrics.
Coordinate workforce pipeline strategies, including apprenticeship, internship, work-and-learn, and placement programs, with the Talent Connections Manager; support marketing, enrollment, data management and analysis, and program design and development.
Monitor and respond to demand-driven workforce needs and skills gaps in key economic sectors within the campus service area.
Establish and cultivate collaborative employer partnerships, provide consulting focused on employer needs, and engage employers to understand the full scope of those needs.
Use demand-driven, voice-of-the-customer processes to co-develop workforce programs and products, drawing on data from the Department of Workforce Development, other agencies, and customers.
Collaborate with College faculty and staff to implement credit and non-credit workforce development programs that address community needs and high-wage, high-demand occupations.
Participate in local business organizations and build relationships with employers, community organizations, and economic development partners; serve as the central contact for entities seeking workforce training and development information, resources, and solutions.
Support K-14 pipeline development, Achieve Your Degree, apprenticeship, and other workforce pathways.
Work with the K-14 lead to promote dual credit, youth options, open houses, and campus events across the districts served by the campuses.
Share employer information and contacts through Salesforce, Google Docs, and monthly workforce team meetings; participate in related annual summits and retreats.
Work with the marketing department and academic affairs to promote credit and non-credit educational services for business and industry.
Develop and present program proposals and grant applications with College subject matter experts and, as appropriate, the academic dean and department chair, ensuring compliance with state, federal, and accreditation requirements.
Participate in training, education, and professional development to maintain job-related skills and knowledge.
Supervise assigned staff and adjunct faculty.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account and employer contribution.
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and orthodontia coverage.
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources at no cost.
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards.
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care.
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years.
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary, paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage.
Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
Paid professional development opportunities.
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess.
Flexible work arrangements where available.
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks).
Paid parental leave (4 weeks).
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services.