Program Manager, Workforce Development & Grants

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 86,741 - 105,816; Full time

Job summary

The City College of New York is seeking a Program Manager for Continuing and Professional Studies to lead strategic workforce training initiatives in New York City. You will develop, oversee, and grow non-credit and certificate programs, secure external funding, and build partnerships with government, industry, and community organizations.

Reporting to the Director of Continuing and Professional Studies, the role focuses on revenue-generating education programs, grant management, and program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with six years’ related experience required.
• Demonstrated success in grant writing, fundraising, and securing government/private-sector contracts.
• Experience developing workforce training programs and employer partnerships.
• Strong leadership, project management, and business development skills.
• Knowledge of continuing education, workforce development, and adult learning environments.
• Experience supervising staff and managing multiple programs or projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Identify, pursue, and secure grants, contracts, and other external funding opportunities.
• Develop competitive proposals for government agencies, foundations, corporations, and private-sector partners.
• Coordinate and manage workforce training contracts that generate revenue and expand CPS offerings.
• Oversee grant-funded programs and ensure compliance with funding requirements.
• Develop and launch workforce, professional, and continuing education programs aligned with labor market demands.
• Conduct market analysis to identify emerging training opportunities and industry needs.
• Expand non-credit and certificate programs that support career advancement and workforce development.
• Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, employers, industry associations, and community organizations.
• Represent CPS in workforce development initiatives, conferences, and business outreach activities.
• Develop customized training solutions for public- and private-sector employers.
• Supervise instructors and program staff, ensuring instructional quality and program effectiveness.
• Monitor program performance, enrollment, budgets, and revenue goals.
• Support strategic planning, assessment, and continuous improvement across CPS programs.
• Lead the growth and sustainability of the English Language Institute, including recruitment, enrollment, partnerships, and program development.

Skills

Grant writing/fundraising

Securing contracts

Workforce training programs

Leadership

Project management

Business development

Adult learning environments

Staff supervision

Program evaluation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The City College of New York is seeking a Program Manager for Continuing and Professional Studies to lead strategic workforce training initiatives in New York City. You will develop, oversee, and grow non-credit and certificate programs, secure external funding, and build partnerships with government, industry, and community organizations.

Reporting to the Director of Continuing and Professional Studies, the role focuses on revenue-generating education programs, grant management, and program