Employer Consultant

Ivy Tech Community College•Bloomington, IN

About The Position

The Employer Consultant leads workforce training initiatives and business and industry partnerships to develop and grow enrollment in college-ready programs. The role aligns strategy, goals, and operating requirements so workforce programs, career technical education, and workforce initiatives respond to the changing needs of students, the community, and businesses. As a strategic partner to area employers, the Employer Consultant learns their market conditions and training, education, and workforce-pipeline needs, then works with College partners to develop relevant services and programs. The position reports to the campus Vice Chancellor of Ivy+ Career Link and collaborates with Career Coaching, Academic Advisors, Deans, High School Partnerships and Pathways, and other leaders. It supports College metrics and customer expectations through employer consulting, workforce program development, partnership cultivation, and coordination of related services. The role also serves as a central point of contact for public and private entities seeking workforce training and development information, resources, and solutions. The salary range is $60,000–$70,000, based on skills, experience, and education. The position supervises Program Manager(s).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least three years of related experience required.
Demonstrated ability to manage numerous tasks, including tasks with conflicting priorities.
Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Commitment to student learning outcomes and staff development.
Skill in networking and professional outreach with employers and partners in diverse industries.
Active driver’s license, a driving record sufficient for eligibility for College insurance coverage, and ability and willingness to travel to campuses, employer locations, community activities, and partner activities.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
Ability to work within an entrepreneurial framework and scale a large project.
Ability to promote an inclusive environment in which people from diverse backgrounds feel respected and valued.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Experience in direct strategic and consultative sales is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with campus leadership and Systems Office partners to develop and implement campus strategies for employer connections and training and completion metrics.
Align workforce-pipeline strategies, including apprenticeship, internship, work-and-learn, and placement programs, in support of students and local industry.
Support marketing, enrollment, data management and analysis, and the design and development of programs.
Monitor and respond to demand-driven needs and skills gaps in key economic sectors in the campus service area.
Establish, maintain, and cultivate collaborative employer partnerships and provide consulting services focused on employer needs.
Listen to and engage employers to understand the full scope of their needs and use voice-of-the-customer processes to co-develop workforce programs and products.
Compile information from the Department of Workforce Development and other agencies, along with customer data, to support employer and workforce needs.
Collaborate with the Vice Chancellor of Ivy+ Career Link and team to build a common vision for internal and external stakeholders.
Work with College faculty and staff to implement credit and non-credit workforce development programs for high-wage, high-demand occupations and employer talent pipelines.
Participate in local business organizations and events to build market understanding and relationships with employers, community organizations, and economic development partners.
Serve as the central contact for private and public entities seeking workforce training and development information, resources, or solutions.
Support High School Partnerships and Pathways pipeline development, Achieve Your Degree, apprenticeships, and other workforce pathways, including relevant industry partnerships and campus programming.
Share employer information and contacts with the Career Link team and campus partners using Salesforce, Google Docs, and monthly workforce-team meetings.
Participate in related annual summits and retreats.
Coordinate with the marketing department to promote credit and non-credit educational services for business and industry.
Assist program chairs and Deans with recruiting and developing school-specific internal and external advisory boards.
Develop and present program proposals and grant applications with College subject matter experts and relevant academic, department, and Foundation partners, ensuring compliance with state, federal, and accreditation requirements.
Participate in training, education, and professional development to maintain the skills and knowledge needed for the role.
Perform other duties logically associated with the position as assigned, while complying with FERPA, applicable regulations, and professional standards.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options 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.
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards.
Healthcare (limited-purpose) and dependent-care Flexible Spending Accounts.
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.
Generous 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.