Quantum CT Workforce Development Coordinator

University of Connecticut; Storrs-Mansfield (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waivers

Great benefits

Job summary

University of Connecticut's QuantumCT Engine seeks a Workforce Development Coordinator reporting to the CEO. You will support development, implementation, and coordination of workforce initiatives, providing operational, logistical, and administrative support to the Director, including communications, events, student recruitment, cohort coordination, and tracking metrics.

This role advances Connecticut's quantum workforce through collaboration with pillar leads, employers, and partners, shaping

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Education, STEM, or related field.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in workforce development, education, training program administration, project management, talent development, or related field.
• At least one of the three years in STEM education and workforce development at the postsecondary level.
• Experience developing, implementing, and coordinating educational or workforce development programs.
• Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and related technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of workforce development programs supporting QuantumCT objectives.
• Design and manage workforce and internship initiatives that provide education, training, upskilling, and professional development opportunities across multiple audiences.
• Maintain and track program plans, timelines, deliverables, and performance measures for workforce development activities.
• Research workforce trends in quantum and emerging industry demands to inform and support program development.
• Coordinate with other NSF Engine Pillar leads to stimulate and engage collaborative workforce development initiatives among project partners and external organizations.
• Facilitate engagement with employers to identify workforce needs, skills gaps, internship opportunities, and career pathways.
• Serve as a liaison between QuantumCT leadership and workforce development stakeholders.
• Coordinate curriculum development activities to ensure educational offerings reflect industry needs and emerging developments in quantum technology.
• Coordinate outreach and recruitment activities within the state of Connecticut to promote workforce development programs and opportunities.
• Represent QuantumCT at meetings, workforce events, and industry engagement activities as assigned.
• Support QuantumCT leadership and staff to facilitate grant proposal development
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Search #: 499818
Work type: Full-time
Location: UConn Storrs
Categories: Administrative Services

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the CEO of QuantumCT, and working closely with the Workforce Pillar Leads, the Workforce Development Coordinator is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and coordination of workforce development initiatives for the QuantumCT projects. This position reports directly to the UConn Quantum NSF Engine Workforce Lead and CEO. The overall function is to provide the Director with comprehensive operational, logistical, and administrative support. Major responsibilities include communications and digital presence; event planning and execution; student recruitment, cohort coordination and student support; and tracking participation metrics and programmatic outcomes.

The NSF Quantum Technologies Engine in Connecticut (QuantumCT Engine), led by the University of Connecticut, aims to advance American quantum innovation and secure the domestic quantum supply chain by accelerating the commercialization of quantum technologies for national defense, biotechnology and financial services. Through innovation, applied research leading to new technologies, support for inventors and entrepreneurs and workforce development, the QuantumCT Engine will advance quantum sensing, secured communications, computing, and materials through shared test bed, deep-tech incubator, and translation pathways.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of workforce development programs supporting QuantumCT objectives.
• Design and manage workforce and internship initiatives that provide education, training, upskilling, and professional development opportunities across multiple audiences.
• Maintain and track program plans, timelines, deliverables, and performance measures for workforce development activities.
• Research workforce trends in quantum and emerging industry demands to inform and support program development.
• Coordinate with other NSF Engine Pillar leads to stimulate and engage collaborative workforce development initiatives among project partners and external organizations.
• Facilitate engagement with employers to identify workforce needs, skills gaps, internship opportunities, and career pathways.
• Serve as a liaison between QuantumCT leadership and workforce development stakeholders.
• Coordinate curriculum development activities to ensure educational offerings reflect industry needs and emerging developments in quantum technology.
• Coordinate outreach and recruitment activities within the state of Connecticut to promote workforce development programs and opportunities.
• Represent QuantumCT at meetings, workforce events, and industry engagement activities as assigned.
• Support QuantumCT leadership and staff to facilitate grant proposal development
• Perform other related duties as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree Business Administration, Communications, Education, a relevant STEM field, or a related field.
• At least three years of professional experience in workforce development, education, training program administration, project management, talent development, or related professional experience.
• At least one of the three years of experience must be in STEM education and workforce development at the postsecondary level.
• Experience developing, implementing, and coordinating educational or workforce development programs.
• Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and related technology platforms.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in related field.
• Three years of experience working with STEM education, advanced technology industries, research institutions, or innovation ecosystems.
• Experience supporting federally funded workforce development or research initiatives.
• Experience developing curricula, training programs, instructional materials, or educational content.
• Experience with workforce development best practices and program evaluation methodologies.
• Experience tracking performance metrics and assessing program outcomes.
• Experience working with industry, government, and academic partnerships.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, end-dated position with the possibility of renewal subject to performance and funding. The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment.

Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

This position is based at the Storrs campus, and the successful candidate will be required to work on the campus and travel to the Farmington campus as needed. The salary range for this position is $60,416 to $78,541. It is anticipated that this position will be based at UConn for approximately two years and will then transfer to the Quantum-CT organization, which is the public-private partnership co-led by the University of Connecticut and Yale University.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of successful candidates will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disabilities, veteran’s status, status as a victim of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and/or trafficking in persons as defined by Connecticut law, prior conviction of a crime, workplace hazards to the reproductive systems, or gender identity or expression

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO employer including for Disability and Veteran status.