Talent & Workforce Development Manager

 
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 The Opportunity:

At Skilled US, every training pathway we offer is designed with one goal: to lead to meaningful employment. The Talent & Workforce Development Manager is critical in making that vision a reality. This is not a passive relationship management role—it’s an active, high-energy, sales-driven position for someone who thrives on connecting with people, closing partnerships, and creating real job outcomes.

You will be the community connector and career closer, responsible for engaging directly with employers across all sectors—Advanced Manufacturing, Construction, Healthcare, Business/IT, Logistics, CDL, HVAC, and more—to build sustainable talent pipelines for every program we run. Simultaneously, you will walk with students from classroom to career, supporting them as they transition from certification to job placement.

This role is perfect for someone who believes that employment changes lives and is energized by both sales strategy and student impact.

Position Summary: Turning Pathways into Careers

Employer Relationship Building & Sales

• Identify, pursue, and maintain strong partnerships with local and regional employers aligned to each Skilled US training pathway.
   
• “Sell” Skilled US talent by promoting student skills, credentials, and readiness to meet employer workforce needs.
   
• Conduct outreach to new employers weekly and maintain an active presence in the business community.
   
• Create and maintain a database of employer contacts, job openings, and hiring timelines.
   

Student Job Placement & Advising

• Work with each student nearing certification to prepare for job placement in their field of training.
   
• Provide 1:1 support with job applications, interview preparation, and onboarding needs.
   
• Ensure students understand career options, workplace expectations, and industry standards before placement.
   
• Track and follow up with students post-placement to support retention and advancement.
   

Program Alignment & Community Presence

• Attend local business forums, chamber meetings, job fairs, and community events to represent Skilled US and identify hiring trends.
   
• Collaborate with instructional staff to ensure employer feedback is integrated into curriculum and training design.
   
• Coordinate employer involvement in student engagement activities (guest speaking, facility tours, mock interviews, etc.).
   
• Serve as the primary point of contact between employers and Skilled US, providing updates, coordinating interviews, and addressing hiring needs.
   

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