The Employer Consultant provides leadership for workforce training initiatives and business and industry partnerships to advance the development of and enrollment in college-ready programs for business and industry. Aligns vision, strategy, short and long-range goals, and the operating requirements to ensure workforce programs, career technical education, and workforce initiatives meet the changing needs of our students, community, and businesses. Serves as a strategic partner to develop deep, collaborative partnerships with area employers to understand their specific market and individual training, education, and workforce pipeline needs. Reports to the campus Vice Chancellor of Ivy+ Career Link and works collaboratively with Career Coaching, Academic Advisors, Deans, High School Partnerships and Pathways, and other leaders to develop work plans tied to College metrics and ensure services and products meet or exceed customer expectations.
SALARY RANGE: $60,000 – $70,000 based on skills, experience, and education.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Partners with Campus Leadership and Systems Office partners to build out and implement campus strategy related to employer connections and training/completion metrics.
- Integrates the alignment of workforce pipeline strategies including apprenticeship, internship, work-and-learn, and placement programs in support of students and local industry in partnership with Campus partners. Responsible for marketing, enrollment, data management and analysis, and assisting in the design and development of programs.
- Monitors and responds to demand-driven needs and skills gaps within key economic sectors of the campus service area for workforce alignment, development, and training and education purposes.
- Establishes, maintains, and cultivates positive, collaborative partnerships with employers. Provides meaningful consulting services focused on employer needs. Actively listens to and engages employers to assist in realizing the full scope and depth of their needs.
- Implements demand-driven, voice-of-the-customer (VOC) processes to co-develop workforce programs and products. Compiles data and information from the Department of Workforce Development and other agencies as well as rich customer data, to align with workforce needs as support to employers.
- In collaboration with the Vice Chancellor of Ivy+ Career Link and team, builds a common vision for the campus to all internal and external stakeholders.
- Collaborates with College faculty and staff to implement credit and non-credit workforce development programs that meet community needs based on high wage, high demand occupations to develop talent pipelines for employers.
- Participates in local business organizations or events to further develop understanding of markets and communities to build relationships with employers, community organizations, and economic development partners. Serves as the central point of contact for private or public entities seeking information, resources, and solutions for workforce training and development.
- Supports High School Partnerships and Pathways pipeline development, Achieve Your Degree (AYD), apprenticeship, and other workforce pathways to create seamless employer connections.
- Works collaboratively with High School Partnerships and Pathways team to support industry partnerships and relevant campus programming
- Shares relevant employer information and contacts within the Career Link team and others related to campus employer connections through Salesforce, Google Docs, and monthly meetings with the workforce team, campus Vice Chancellor of Ivy+ CareerLink, Career Coaches, and Talent Connection Managers. Participates in related annual summits and/or retreats.
- Interacts with marketing department to create awareness of credit and noncredit educational services for business/industry in conjunction with larger campus efforts.
- Assists program chairs/Deans with the recruitment and development of school specific internal and external advisory boards.
- Develops and presents program proposals and grant applications by drawing from the College subject matter experts and in collaboration with the academic dean, department chair, Foundation team, and others as appropriate, to ensure compliance with state, federal, and accreditation requirements.
- Participates in training, education, and professional development activities as necessary to stay current with the skills and knowledge required to perform the duties of the job.
This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Vice Chancellor of Ivy+ Career Link
SUPERVISION GIVEN: Program Manager(s)
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred.
- A minimum of three (3) years’ related experience required; experience in direct strategic and consultative sales is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated skill managing numerous tasks, some with conflicting priorities, required.
- Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Commitment to student learning outcomes and staff development.
- Skill in networking and professional outreach efforts with employers and partners in diverse industries.
- Active driver’s license, with driving record sufficient for eligibility for College insurance coverage and ability and willingness to travel to and from campus, employer locations, community and partner activities.
- Ability to work on a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
- Ability to work within an entrepreneurial framework and scale a large project required.
- Ability to promote an inclusive environment reflecting the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students and employees and in which every individual feels respected and valued.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
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
Educational Benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Work‑Life Balance
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)
Additional Perks
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
