Manager of Workforce Training & Pathways, Harvard Ed Portal

Harvard University; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Ed Portal in Boston is seeking a Manager of Workforce Training & Pathways to lead the development and delivery of the Professional Workforce Ready and Pathways programs, guiding adults into in-demand careers in life sciences, healthcare, IT, and green jobs.

The role emphasizes case management, strong partnerships with employers and training providers, and collaboration with marketing to promote new career pathways. A Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of relevant experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and demonstrated success in project planning and program management.
• Knowledge of current workforce trends and regional employment opportunities.
• Preferred: bilingual ability and experience in adult education or career coaching.
• Some evening and weekend hours are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage delivery of the Professional Workforce Ready and Pathways programs and curricula.
• Oversee professional and technical skills training for diverse cohorts of adult learners.
• Create and deliver Pathway Programs in biotech and life sciences, healthcare, architecture, engineering and construction, IT, and green and climate jobs.
• Provide case management to cohort participants to reduce attrition and increase completion and credential attainment.
• Build relationships with employer partners, internship hosts, training providers, workforce development boards, and local anchor employers.
• Develop a referral network of nonprofit, adult education, and workforce partners to recruit participants from Allston, Brighton, and Cambridge.
• Work with the marketing team on campaigns for new career pathways and training programs, and maintain a database of program partners.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Experience in workforce development

Project management

Excellent communication

Evening/weekend hours

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Three years of relevant experience

Job description

Manager of Workforce Training & Pathways, Harvard Ed Portal

Harvard Public Affairs and Communications, Harvard University | Boston, MA (Allston) | Full-Time, Hybrid | Salary grade 056

About the Harvard Ed Portal

The Harvard Ed Portal is a partnership between Harvard University, the City of Boston, the Harvard Allston Task Force, and the Allston-Brighton community. It serves as the community’s front door to Harvard’s educational resources in arts, wellness, and workforce and economic development. Its Workforce Development Program supports unemployed and underemployed Allston-Brighton and Cambridge community members in exploring careers and searching for jobs.

About the Role

The Manager of Workforce Training & Pathways supports the development and delivery of the Professional Workforce Ready and Pathways programs, which help local adults enter in-demand careers in industries such as life sciences, healthcare, construction, IT, and green jobs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage delivery of the Professional Workforce Ready and Pathways programs and curricula.
• Oversee professional and technical skills training for diverse cohorts of adult learners.
• Create and deliver Pathway Programs in biotech and life sciences, healthcare, architecture, engineering and construction, IT, and green and climate jobs.
• Provide case management to cohort participants to reduce attrition and increase completion and credential attainment.
• Build relationships with employer partners, internship hosts, training providers, workforce development boards, and local anchor employers.
• Develop a referral network of nonprofit, adult education, and workforce partners to recruit participants from Allston, Brighton, and Cambridge.
• Work with the marketing team on campaigns for new career pathways and training programs, and maintain a database of program partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of relevant experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated success in project planning and program management.
• Knowledge of current workforce trends and regional employment opportunities.
• Preferred: experience in adult education, career training program design, or career coaching adults, and bilingual ability.
• Some evening and weekend hours are required.

Notes

Harvard cannot provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants are asked to include a cover letter.