Coord, Reentry & Strategic Partnership

Goodwill Industries of Kentucky; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Kentucky in Louisville is seeking a Strategic Partnerships Coordinator to help develop and execute workforce development strategies. You will support the Senior Manager in expanding access to employment, training, and services by building high-value employer and community partnerships.

The role focuses on credential programs, labor market alignment, data-driven decision making using Salesforce, and statewide travel as needed to advance regional and statewide growth.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication across diverse audiences.
• Public speaking and presentation skills.
• Strong relationship-building capabilities with partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of employer partnership strategy to support workforce training and job placement outcomes.
• Cultivate and deepen relationships with employers, industry associations, education providers, and community organizations.
• Identify new partnership opportunities to strengthen service delivery and regional growth.
• Support planning and improvement of credential and pathway programs aligned with labor market demand.
• Establish and monitor KPIs for partnerships; analyze data using Salesforce and other platforms.
• Represent the organization in external meetings to advance workforce initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Relationship-building

Microsoft Office

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Description

Display Goodwill’s Core Values -Dignity, Service, Hope and Partnership

The Strategic Partnerships Coordinator-Louisville supports the Manager, Strategic Partnerships (Western Kentucky) in developing and executing innovative workforce development strategies and career pathway initiatives. This role supports the cultivation of high-impact employer and community partnerships, and coordinates implementation of credential and training programs aligned with labor market demand. The Manager plays a critical role in expanding access to employment, training, and supportive services for clients through data-informed decision-making and cross-functional collaboration. This position will primarily focus on initiatives in Louisville, though availability for statewide travel is required.

Essential Job Functions:

• Lead the development and execution of employer partnership strategy to support workforce training, credential attainment, and job placement outcomes aligned with organizational priorities.
• Cultivate, manage, and deepen high-value relationships with employers, industry associations, education providers, and community-based organizations to expand career pathway opportunities for clients.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement new partnership and program opportunities that strengthen service delivery, reduce barriers to employment, and support regional and statewide growth.
• Support planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of credential and pathway programs, ensuring alignment with labor market demand, employer needs, and organizational impact goals.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for partnerships and programs; analyze data using Salesforce and other platforms to drive strategy, measure impact, and inform decision-making.
• Represent the organization in external meetings, convenings, and public-facing opportunities to advance strategic workforce initiatives and strengthen Goodwill’s position as a key talent development partner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Positions Supervised: None

Requirements:

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to present information in an engaging and dynamic manner to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated versatility and professionalism in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to plan, coordinate, and prioritize work independently.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to the organization's Code of Ethics.
• Reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, a valid driver’s license in the state of residence, and a driving record that meets Goodwill’s insurance requirements.

Education/ Specialized Knowledge Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 1 year experience in workforce development, talent acquisition, vocational rehabilitation, or human/social services preferred.
• Strong public speaking and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel) and capable of using various software platforms necessary for job functions.

Physical and Work Condition Requirements:

• This job may have physical requirements that are considered sedentary work. Sedentary work involves sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, stooping; good finger dexterity and feeling; frequent repetitive motions; talking, hearing, visual acuity, and occasional lifting up to 15 pounds.
• Travel to other locations beyond the assigned work locations is frequently required.

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