Regional Workforce Solutions & Partnerships Lead

Equus; Catawba (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions is seeking a Business Solutions Manager to lead employer engagement, workforce development initiatives, and community partnerships across the region. You will oversee the Business Solutions Team and drive strategies that connect employers with qualified talent.

In this role you will build strategic relationships, supervise staff, monitor program performance, and ensure compliance with grants and contracts while supporting regional economic growth and workforce outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage stakeholder relationships
• Strong strategic planning and execution skills
• Experience in workforce development or business support models

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Business Solutions Team, providing coaching, guidance, and performance management.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with employers, community organizations, educational institutions, and economic development partners.
• Oversee employer outreach activities and develop strategies to increase employer engagement and utilization of workforce services.
• Monitor labor market trends and business needs to develop workforce solutions that support regional growth.
• Oversee the administration of Incumbent Worker Training (IWT), Work Experience (WEX), and other employer-based workforce initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with workforce policies, grant requirements, contracts, and performance measures.
• Lead planning and execution of regional job fairs, hiring events, employer forums, and workforce outreach activities.
• Facilitate collaboration among Business Solutions staff, Career Advisors, Program Managers, and community partners to maximize customer outcomes.
• Analyze program performance, prepare reports, and implement strategies to achieve operational and contractual goals.
• Represent the organization at community meetings, business events, workforce development initiatives, and stakeholder functions.
• Submit weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

Equus Workforce Solutions is seeking a Business Solutions Manager to lead employer engagement, workforce development initiatives, and community partnerships across the region. You will oversee the Business Solutions Team and drive strategies that connect employers with qualified talent.

In this role you will build strategic relationships, supervise staff, monitor program performance, and ensure compliance with grants and contracts while supporting regional economic growth and workforce outcomes.