Workforce Development Partnerships Coordinator

Peckham, Inc. • Lansing, MI

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About The Position

We are seeking a collaborative and proactive professional to serve as the Workforce Development Partnerships Coordinator. This role supports our vocational rehabilitation efforts by managing and expanding partnerships with external organizations—including community colleges, financial institutions, and other workforce development entities. The Workforce Development Partnerships Coordinator will also play a key role in assessing the needs of both individuals and departments to align offerings with learning and career development goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• 1–3 years of experience in workforce development, career services, program coordination, vocational rehabilitation, or other related area.
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Passion for supporting individuals in their learning and career journeys

Nice To Haves

• Related experience coordinating community or educational partnerships, adult learning or workforce development, vocational rehabilitation or human services
• Experience with program coordination or nonprofit collaboration
• Experience conducting needs assessments or stakeholder interviews
• Ability to manage multiple projects and relationships
• Familiarity with local education and workforce development landscapes
• Experience working with diverse populations and community-based programs
• Proficiency in Workday or similar ERP system

Responsibilities

• Maintain, manage, and strengthen existing partnerships with community colleges, financial institutions, and other organizations aligned with vocational rehabilitation and workforce development goals.
• Identify and pursue new external partnership opportunities under the guidance of the Director of Learning and Career Pathways, supporting the expansion and diversification of training offerings.
• Conduct needs assessments with internal departments and individual team members to identify gaps and opportunities in vocational training, financial literacy, and career development.
• Use assessment results to inform partnership alignment, program design, and prioritization of external offerings.
• Coordinate the planning and delivery of partner‑led trainings and services, ensuring offerings are accessible, relevant, timely, and aligned with organizational goals and team member needs.
• Serve as the operational lead for scheduling, logistics, and coordination of external training activities.
• Serve as the primary liaison for external partners, ensuring consistent communication, clear expectations, and timely coordination of joint initiatives.
• Facilitate ongoing collaboration between partners and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor partnership activity, participation, and outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports to support program evaluation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure all partnership efforts prioritize the growth, learning, and career success of team members, with an emphasis on reducing barriers to participation and advancement.
• Work with internal teams and partners to ensure offerings are accessible and inclusive for individuals with disabilities and/or other barriers to employment.
• Coordinate on-site partner events, workshops, orientations, and informational sessions, providing logistical and communication support.
• Stay informed on workforce development trends, community training offerings, and resources relevant to vocational rehabilitation and the needs of team members.
• Demonstrate respectful, compassionate, and service-oriented behavior when interacting with team members, staff, and other departments.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Maintain safe and clean work environment.
• Promote Peckham’s vision values and services to all team members, staff, customers, and stakeholders.
• Assist in maintaining organizational wide quality standards.
• Regular and predictable attendance are required of this position to support the team and needs of the operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Staff enjoy benefits such as generous PTO policies, modern facilities, pet friendly work sites, free fruit, fitness classes, massages available for purchase, and opportunities for flexible work arrangements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time