Strategic Director, Employer & Workforce Partnerships

Los-Rios-Community-College-District; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Rios Community College District is seeking a Director (X) of Employer and Workforce Partnerships to serve as the college’s primary liaison with employers, industry associations, and workforce partners. The role focuses on expanding work-based learning and employment opportunities for students while aligning programs with regional needs.

The incumbent will recruit employers, support student employment outcomes, and use data to inform strategy, reporting, and grant objectives with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with equity-minded focus and inclusive environment experience.
• Two years of related leadership/training experience or internship is expected.
• Ability to engage diverse partners and stakeholders to advance workforce outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and cultivate relationships with employers, industry groups, and community partners.
• Coordinate employer participation in classrooms, career fairs, and advisory activities.
• Facilitate connections between employers and faculty to strengthen career-connected learning.

Skills

Relationship building

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Data analysis

Communication

Strategic planning

Data-driven decision making

Collaboration across teams

Education

Bachelor's degree

Leadership experience

Tools

Handshake platform

Job description

Los Rios Community College District is seeking a Director (X) of Employer and Workforce Partnerships to serve as the college’s primary liaison with employers, industry associations, and workforce partners. The role focuses on expanding work-based learning and employment opportunities for students while aligning programs with regional needs.

The incumbent will recruit employers, support student employment outcomes, and use data to inform strategy, reporting, and grant objectives with