Senior Program Manager, Workforce & Talent

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Education reimbursement

LinkedIn Learning access

Free parking

Job summary

State of Indiana seeks a Senior Program Manager, Workforce & Talent, in Indianapolis to bridge employers with talent resources across universities, government agencies, and education partners. You will help cultivate robust talent pipelines, meet hiring goals, and support training and development initiatives for Indiana businesses.

The role emphasizes concierge talent services, coordination with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, and accountable talent fulfillment across incentives

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of program management experience required.
• Knowledge of Indiana assets and how to leverage them to drive significant results.
• Talent resources in the State, including partner agencies focused on attracting and retaining a viable workforce.

Responsibilities

• Higher Education Relationship Management – lead strategy with career centers and pipelines in higher education.
• CRM – develop strategy for and manage a database of key stakeholders.
• Talent Fulfillment Metrics – collaborate with DWD, DOE, and internal partners to identify metrics.

Skills

Program management

Relationship management

Strategic thinking

Job description

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Senior Program Manager, Workforce & Talent

Date Posted: Aug 17, 2026

Requisition ID: 482544

Location: Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Economic Development Corporation :

Bring your biggest and boldest ideas to life as an employee of the IEDC. We are a fast-paced and forward-thinking team charged with pursuing economic development opportunities for current and future Hoosiers in our state and around the world. Our culture embodies the spirit of being bold and working collaboratively to create the economy of the future.

The IEDC is organized as apublic privatepartnership led by the Secretary of Commerce and governed by a board chaired by the Governor of Indiana.

The Indiana Economic Development Corporation has been recognized as one of the 2023, 2024, and 2025 Top Workplaces by Indianapolis Star.

Role Overview:

TheSeniorProgram Manager, Workforce & Talent willwork directly with theIEDCWorkforce & Talentteamto provide avitallink between businesses and talent resources, including universities, education institutes, government agencies and resources; as well as community and education stakeholders, to make it as easy as possible for employers to cultivate robust talent pipelines, meet hiring goals, and implement training and development programs. The incumbent will support all efforts to enable the IEDC to offer concierge talent services to business prospects consideringlocatingor expanding in Indiana, adding another key selling point to the state’s incentivetoolkit.TheSr.Program Managerwill support theIEDCto ensure theState of Indianais positioned to offer the business community ongoing, coordinated support in talent recruitment, attraction, and training. The team will prioritize support for new business prospects and for growing businesses with active incentive contracts with the State of Indiana.

Salary Statement:

The salary range for this position is$71,802– $74,000, commensurate with education and work experience.

A Day in the Life :

Higher Education Relationship Management – Lead relationship management and strategy with careercenters and other workforcepipelines athigher education institutions.

CRM –Develop strategy for and managedatabase of key stakeholders.

Talent Fulfillment Metrics - Collaborate with DWD,DOE,andinternal partnerstoidentifycollective and respective metrics of talent fulfillment.

Talent support for business development projects -Partner with the Business Development team on projects and RFPs.

Talent contract management – Co-manage goals for IEDC’s relationships withMake My Moveand any other talent related contracts.

Future of Work - Collaborate with DWD,DOEandIEDC’s internal workforce teamto support future of work talent development opportunities.

Support theVice President, Workforce &Talentand IEDC team in all talent fulfillment activities.

Provide talent recruitment, development, and connection support to the IEDC Business Development team.

Participate in the preparation and development of short- and long-term strategic plans based on organizational talent goals.

Liaise among stakeholders within State Government as well as field stakeholders including, but not limited to employers, educators, economic developers, localgovernmentand others.

Prepare reports as necessary to theVice President, Workforce & Talent on matters of importance.

Support any duties assigned as necessary to serve the mission of the IEDC.

Talent Coordination :

Coordinate routine with peer operational leaders in the Dept of Workforce Development,Dept of Education, IEDC and other workforce affiliated partner agencies.

Coordinate with the IEDC communications team for all talent widespread outreach/messaging.

Coordinate with IEDC administrative team members to manage invitations,operationsand follow-up for field stakeholder engagement meetings.

StrategicManagement:

Evaluate and advise on the impact of long-range planning, introduction ofnew programs/strategies and regulatory action affecting Indiana’s ability to attract, develop,connectandretaintalent.

Enhance and/or develop,implementand enforce policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the corporation.

WhatYou’ll Need for Success :

Education:

Experience:

3-5 yearsprogram management experiencerequired

Knowledge of:

Indiana assets and how toleveragethem to drivesignificant results

Talent resources in the State, including partner agencies focused on attracting andretaininga viableworkforce and strong talent

Core Ethics, Values,Integrityand Trust–able to adhere to during both good andbad times, practices what he/she preaches. Is seen as a direct, truthful person, is widely trusted, keepsconfidences, admits mistakes,doesn’tmisrepresent for personal gain.

Managing Vision and Purpose–able to communicate a compelling and inspired visons or sense of core purpose, talks about possibilities, is optimistic, can inspire and motivate individuals or groups.

Strategic Agility–able to see ahead clearly,anticipatesfuture consequences and trends accurately, has broad knowledge and perspective, is future oriented, can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans.

Drive for Results and Action Oriented–able to be counted on to exceed goals successfully, bottom line oriented, skillfully executes plans, steadfastly pursues self and others for results, never satisfied, and works fast. Full of energy, enjoys working hard, not fearful of acting without planning, seizes more opportunities than others think and work.

Political Savvy – able to maneuver through complex political situations effectively and quietly, is sensitive how people andorganizationsfunction,anticipateslandmines and plans accordingly, is a maze-bright person.

High Emotional Intelligence – able to use emotional information to guide thinking and behavior and decision making. Emotionally self-aware and self-manages while being clearly aware of the emotions of others and effectively managing their emotions.

Planning and Dealing with Ambiguity – ability to accurately scope out length and difficulty of tasks, setsobjectivesand goals, breaks down work into process steps, measures and evaluates results. Able to effectively cope with change, can shift gears conformable, can decide and act without having the total picture, can comfortably handle risk and uncertainly.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 160 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 16 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 192 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parkingfor most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learningaccess

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .