Workforce Development Manager

City of Hillsboro, OR • Hillsboro, OR

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About The Position

The City of Hillsboro is seeking an innovative Workforce Development Manager to lead initiatives that connect local talent with sustainable, high-impact career opportunities. Located in Washington County—the most diverse county in Oregon—Hillsboro boasts a vibrant advanced manufacturing sector where one in three jobs are in manufacturing. As one of the only cities in the state with a full-time workforce development position, Hillsboro demonstrates its strong commitment to fostering connections between the city, industry, educational partners and the community. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with stakeholders, ensuring a sustainable and diverse talent pathway while empowering community members to access livable wage careers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, Social Sciences, Organizational Development, or a related field, and/or equivalent work experience.
• 4 years' experience related to area of assignment or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in workforce development within an economic development framework.
• Knowledge of workforce systems and post-secondary pathways.
• Familiarity with Hillsboro School District's Career and College Pathway programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead Strategic Workforce Initiatives: Align workforce strategies with Hillsboro 2035 and City Council priorities.
• Build and Maintain Partnerships: Collaborate with industry, education, and community organizations to meet workforce needs.
• Manage Workforce Programs and Incentives: Oversee key initiatives, including AMTECH, Hillsboro WORKs, Youth Apprenticeship, and contracts with Future Ready Oregon, Centro de Prosperidad and WorkSystems.
• Contract and Grant Management: Experience applying for grants and administering contracts is an essential function of this position.
• Represent the City: Participate in local, regional and state consortia, including AMTECH, the Future Ready Oregon Advanced Manufacturing Consortium, Quick Start, Career Technical Advisory Committees, and the Semiconductor Task Force.
• Promote Workforce Awareness: Develop marketing campaigns to engage underrepresented populations and showcase career pathways in advanced manufacturing.
• Business Development: Work collaboratively with the Business Development team on recruitment and expansion projects in areas that require workforce expertise.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees