Strategic Partnerships & Workforce Engagement Specialist

Northampton Community College; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northampton Community College in Bethlehem, PA, is seeking a Business Engagement Specialist to connect NCC with external stakeholders and foster partnerships that support workforce development and regional economic growth.

The role leads outreach, markets college offerings (education programs, corporate training, facility rentals, childcare), and provides consultative support to align programs with industry needs within an assigned territory. Bachelor's degree required; 3–5 years’ experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Workforce Development, Education, or closely related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive experience in business development, client relationship management, sales, workforce development, or similar role.
• Experience marketing programs and services to external stakeholders, preferably in education or training.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain positive relationships with internal College departments and external business and industry partners.
• Promote and market partnership opportunities, including educational programs, corporate training, facility rentals, and childcare services.
• Maintain existing partnerships and actively identify and secure new business and industry collaborations.
• Represent the College at regional and national events, conferences, and networking opportunities.
• Provide consultative support to companies to assess workforce development needs and propose relevant college offerings.
• Coordinate and support business advisory boards to identify workforce skill gaps and engagement opportunities.

Skills

Relationship mgmt

Strategic comms

Sales & marketing

Project & territory mgmt

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Customer service

Time management

Tech proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/related field

Master’s degree preferred (organizational development/ higher ed/ business)

Tools

CRM/relationship management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northampton Community College in Bethlehem, PA, is seeking a Business Engagement Specialist to connect NCC with external stakeholders and foster partnerships that support workforce development and regional economic growth.

The role leads outreach, markets college offerings (education programs, corporate training, facility rentals, childcare), and provides consultative support to align programs with industry needs within an assigned territory. Bachelor's degree required; 3–5 years’ experience.