Build Freedom Regional Manager

Texas A&M Engineering; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Texas A&M Engineering's Workforce Development unit is seeking a Build Freedom Regional Manager to coordinate regional activities tied to workforce development initiatives. The role requires strong relationship building and effective communication with school systems, industry partners, and government entities.

You will manage regional program delivery across multiple locations with a focus on alignment and impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience coordinating with multiple partners and education systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Build Freedom activities regionally.
• Serve as liaison between TEES/DoW and local partners.
• Engage school systems and educators to align programs.
• Support regional onboarding of locations in Texas.
• Report regional activities and outcomes.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Job Title

Build Freedom Regional Manager Agency Texas A&M Engineering Department Workforce Development Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Why work for Texas A&M Engineering? Who we are: Engineering has been part of Texas A&M University since its opening in 1876 as the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas. Today, the College of Engineering is the largest college on the College Station campus with more than 25,000 engineering students enrolled in 15 departments. Its mission is to serve Texas, the nation and the global community by providing engineering graduates who are well-founded in engineering fundamentals, instilled with the highest standards of professional and ethical behavior, and prepared to meet the complex technical challenges of society. As the research arm of Engineering, the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) is a state agency within the Texas A&M University System with a mission to improve lives through basic and applied engineering research, workforce development and technology transition. Our collaborations with industry, academia and government provide cutting-edge solutions to global technical challenges. We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Service, by offering competitive salaries, an array of benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.

Purpose: TEES Workforce Development is seeking a highly motivated, relationship-driven, and organized Build Freedom Regional Manager to support regional activities tied to the Department of War’s (DoW) BuildFreedom.US workforce development initiative. This role serves as an important connection point between the Department of War, local education partners, industry, and state and local government while supporting implementation across strategically placed regional locations. The Build Freedom Regional Manager will help strengthen program delivery, expand regional participation, and connect TEES efforts to local, state, and national workforce, education, and economic development priorities. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and relationship builder who can work across education, industry, and government, stay organized across multiple priorities, and help ensure Build Freedom algins to regional, state, and federal workforce development priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support the regional implementation and coordination of activities tied to Build Freedom workforce and education programs.
• Serve as a key connection point between Build Freedom stakeholders, local education partners, industry, and state and local government entities.
• Work directly with school systems, educators, and other education partners in regions where TEES and DoW programs are operating to support alignment, engagement, and successful delivery.
• Support the training, onboarding, and ongoing coordination of locations within Texas to help ensure strong implementation, alignment, and program quality.
• Engage industry partners to strengthen the impact of Build Freedom programming and connect regional efforts to workforce needs and career opportunities.
• Help position TEES as part of a broader workforce solution by connecting program activity to local and regional workforce, education, and economic development priorities.
• Build and maintain relationships with local, state, and regional stakeholders, including economic development organizations and other strategic partners, to ensure TEES efforts are connected to related initiatives.
• Identify, develop, train, and support new schools, partners, and regional stakeholders to expand program reach and strengthen TEES presence within the region.
• Work with local and regional partners to identify opportunities for program expansion and stronger integration into workforce, education, and economic development efforts.
• Support coordination of meetings, site visits, events, and partner engagements tied to regional program success.
• Identify regional opportunities, challenges, and needs that can inform program improvement and stronger alignment with partner expectations.
• Work closely with internal program staff to ensure regional activity, partner relationships, and local feedback are communicated clearly and acted on appropriately.
• Support reporting, activity tracking, and communication related to regional program engagement and outcomes.
• Represent TEES in regional meetings, events, and community engagements.
• Support additional activities that strengthen regional coordination, program visibility, and mission-focused impact.
• Identify, engage, and commit sustainment partners.

What we need

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 years of relevant experience

What is helpful

• Experience working with education systems across the entire workforce continuum to include career-connected learning, or youth-focused workforce initiatives.
• Experience engaging employers, economic development organizations, or public-sector partners.
• Familiarity with workforce pathways, advanced manufacturing, skilled trades, or community-based program delivery.
• Experience supporting federally funded, nonprofit, or multi-partner initiatives.
• Business development experience.
• Relevant experience in workforce development, education, community engagement, partner coordination, including some experience with schools, community partners, industry, government, workforce-related initiatives, or another related field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across multiple stakeholder groups. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities across a regional portfolio. Ability to work independently, take initiative, and support program delivery in a fast-paced environment. Ability to represent TEES professionally across a wide range of partner and stakeholder settings.

Licenses and Certifications

Valid U.S. driver’s license and willingness to travel regularly within the assigned region and as needed beyond it.

Success Measures

• Strength of relationships built and maintained across education, industry, and government partners in the assigned region.
• Successful onboarding and support of regional locations tied to program implementation.
• Growth in regional participation, including engagement of additional schools, partners, and aligned stakeholders.
• Quality and consistency of regional program coordination, communication, and follow-through.
• Contribution to stronger alignment between Build Freedom programs and local workforce, education, and economic development efforts.
• Industry partners leveraging talent produced by TEES and Build Freedom programming.
• Sustainment commitments from industry partners.
• Timely reporting and clear communication of regional activity, needs, and opportunities.

Work Location

Main Campus – College Station, TX.

About Workforce Development

The Workforce Development Division of Texas A&M Engineering will be the premier provider of programs, conferences, professional development, and educational opportunities to prepare experts, employees and advocates for STEM-related fields. The Workforce Development Division has six programs: Spark! PK-12 Engineering Education Outreach, ReCENT, Engineering Academies, TEES EDGE Professional Education, Regional Divisions, Conference and Events Planning Services. Through these programs, the division creates and coordinates opportunities worldwide to hone expertise among engineering professionals and train or retrain those interested in emerging engineering fields while concurrently engaging with PK-collegiate educators and students to encourage future engineers.

Benefits

Texas A&M provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive medical insurance benefits through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Prescription coverage by Express Scripts.
• Options for Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• A defined benefit retirement plan with the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) with 8.25% employer contribution.
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
• Generous paid time off with holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance and Educational release time to further your academic pursuits.
• Access to Engineer Your Wellness programs that provide opportunities for employees to engage in health and fitness.
• Wellness release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present original and unexpired documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

The Texas A&M University System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.