Statewide Employer Partnerships Lead

Center for People; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for People is seeking an Employer Engagement Coordinator to drive statewide employer partnerships, align workforce development with industry needs, and expand access to customized training and career opportunities.

In this full-time, on-site role, you will cultivate relationships with Nebraska employers, translate insights into program opportunities, and collaborate with education and development teams to create sustainable workforce solutions.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple partnerships and projects.
• Willingness to travel within Nebraska (if required).

Responsibilities

• Develop and expand employer partnerships across Nebraska.
• Recruit new employers and cultivate relationships with business leaders.
• Translate employer needs into education and training opportunities.
• Coordinate with Education and Development teams to propose partnership opportunities.
• Maintain an engagement pipeline and track outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Project management

Problem solving

Multitasking

Software literacy

Feedback orientation

Stakeholder management

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

HMIS Clarity Database

Job description

The Center for People is seeking an Employer Engagement Coordinator to drive statewide employer partnerships, align workforce development with industry needs, and expand access to customized training and career opportunities.

In this full-time, on-site role, you will cultivate relationships with Nebraska employers, translate insights into program opportunities, and collaborate with education and development teams to create sustainable workforce solutions.