Quantum Tech Workforce Programs Coordinator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waivers

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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

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