Business Consultant of Special Projects (2722)

BakerRipley; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BakerRipley is seeking a Business Consultant Special Projects to serve as the primary liaison for employers seeking advanced workforce solutions. The role focuses on engaging employers, identifying needs, and connecting to talent pipelines while leveraging state and federal programs to expand training and upskilling opportunities in the Houston region.

The consultant will design strategies for OJT, Registered Apprenticeship, Pre-Apprenticeship, Work-Based Learning, and other innovative training

Qualifications

• Two years of equivalent experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience with employer engagement or workforce programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Engage employers to assess needs and tailor workforce solutions.
• Lead design and implementation of OJT, apprenticeships, and other programs.
• Help employers access Skills Development Fund and related grants.
• Collaborate with education providers and workforce boards.
• Promote and advocate for apprenticeship programs.
• Track outcomes and ensure program compliance.
• Research and pilot innovative employer services.

Skills

Employer engagement

Program design

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Business Consultant Special Projects serves as the primary point of contact for employers seeking advanced workforce solutions beyond traditional hiring support. This role not only provides the core business consulting functions of engaging employers, identifying workforce needs, and connecting to talent pipelines, but also specializes in leveraging state and federal programs that expand training and upskilling opportunities for the regional workforce. The Consultant will design and implement innovative strategies, including On-the-Job Training ("OJT"), Registered Apprenticeship, Pre-Apprenticeship, Industry-Recognized Apprenticeships, Work-Based Learning, Skills Development Fund projects, Current Worker Training, and Career & Technical Education (CTE) partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Employer Engagement & Consultation: Work directly with business leaders to assess workforce challenges and provide tailored solutions that align with both immediate hiring needs and long-term workforce development goals.
• Special Project Implementation: Serve as subject matter expert and employer liaison for programs such as "OJT", Registered Apprenticeship, Pre-Apprenticeship, Work-Based Learning, and other innovative training models. Guide employers through program design, compliance, and implementation.
• Training & Upskilling Solutions: Assist employers in accessing resources like the Skills Development Fund, Current Worker Training grants, and CTE partnerships to strengthen employee pipelines and improve retention.
• Partnership Development: Collaborate with education providers, workforce board staff, economic development organizations, and state agencies to build pathways that connect employers with qualified talent and training opportunities.
• Program Advocacy & Promotion: Lead outreach, presentations, and employer roundtables to promote the adoption of Registered Apprenticeships and other special project initiatives as workforce strategies.
• Data & Reporting: Track and evaluate outcomes for employers engaged in special projects, ensuring compliance with program requirements while demonstrating impact on employer performance and workforce metrics.
• Innovation & Best Practices: Research, pilot, and recommend new employer services that expand the reach of traditional workforce solutions, ensuring the One Stop Career Office remains at the forefront of workforce innovation.

Qualifications

At least two years of equivalent experience required; bachelor’s degree preferred.