Career Technical Education Business Developer

The National Center for Urban Solutions - NCUS; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-based development organization in Toledo is seeking a CTE Business Developer to connect education with industry. This role involves developing employer partnerships to create impactful internship and job opportunities for high school students. The ideal candidate should have at least an Associate's degree, 3+ years in workforce development, and strong organizational skills. Responsibilities include managing student career readiness and aligning programs with employer needs. This position offers a chance to make meaningful contributions to young adult development and equitable workforce pathways.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in employer engagement or workforce development.
• Demonstrated success in building partnerships with employers or organizations.
• Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and recruit local employers for partnerships.
• Support scholars in developing employability skills.
• Manage documentation of employer contacts and student placements.

Skills

Employer engagement

Workforce development

Career education

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Associate's degree in Business Management or related field

Job description

Overview

Description The CTE Business Developer plays a critical role in connecting education with industry by cultivating and managing employer partnerships that create meaningful work-based learning, internship, and employment opportunities for high school scholars. This position ensures that all students within Career Technical Education programs are exposed to relevant career pathways, graduate on time, and transition successfully into postsecondary education, certification programs, and/or the workforce.

Responsibilities

• Employer and Partnership Development
• Identify, recruit, and maintain relationships with local and regional employers across high-demand sectors.
• Develop Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) and partnership agreements that align with CTE program outcomes.
• Collaborate with employers to design and implement work-based learning opportunities, such as job shadowing, internships, pre-apprenticeships, and employment placements.
• Host employer engagement events, site visits, and career fairs to increase visibility and student access to opportunities.
• Student Career Readiness & Outcomes - Support scholars in developing employability skills, resumes, and interview readiness.
• Monitor student progress toward graduation and postsecondary/career transition goals.
• Coordinate with instructors and career coaches to align technical instruction with workforce needs.
• Track placement data and student success metrics related to work-based learning and graduation.
• Program Development & Alignment - Work closely with the CTE leadership team to ensure programs meet labor market demand and credentialing standards.
• Bridge between employers and academic programs - Serve as the bridge between employers and academic programs to inform curriculum updates and ensure industry relevance.
• Collaborate with community organizations, workforce boards, and higher education institutions to expand student opportunities.
• Reporting & Compliance - Maintain accurate documentation of employer contacts, partnerships, and student placements in our database system.
• Provide regular reports on employer engagement, student outcomes, and program impact.
• Support grant reporting and compliance as needed.

Requirements

• Associate's degree (at minimum) in Business Management, Workforce Development, Human Services, Career Technical Leadership, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in employer engagement, workforce development, or career technical education.
• Demonstrated success in building and managing partnerships with employers or community organizations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
• Passion for young adult development, career education, and equitable access to workforce pathways.

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