Strategic Workforce Partnerships Director

Northbridge-University; Florida; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northbridge University is seeking a Workforce Partnership Director to develop regional employer partnerships, drive student growth, and enhance brand awareness. You will oversee strategic relationships, coordinate programs, and represent NU at events to advance our growth agenda.

The role reports to the VP of Strategic Business Development and Career Services. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years in higher education or workforce solutions, strong CRM and MS Office skills, and up to 60%

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in higher education, workforce solutions, corporate education, or a related service environment.
• Demonstrated experience in partnership management, strategic selling, program coordination, and project management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and CRM systems.
• Up to 60% regional travel; must reside in Florida with a dedicated home workspace and reliable internet.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and manage strategic relationships with local, regional, and national employers and organizations; build and execute account strategies.
• Build relationships with executive-level decision-makers to identify workforce needs and develop customized education, training, and partnership solutions.
• Serve as the primary liaison between external partners and internal departments/campuses, maintaining accurate CRM records.
• Increase Northbridge University's visibility, brand awareness, and quality student lead generation within the assigned market.
• Represent Northbridge at employer and community events, conferences, education fairs, and webinars.
• Build relationships with community and workforce organizations; recommend sponsorships and partnerships aligned with institutional objectives.
• Supervise the Outreach Admissions Representative to achieve leads-to-enrollment and enrollment-to-start conversion goals.

Skills

Partnership management

Strategic selling

Program coordination

Project management

CRM proficiency

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Northbridge University is seeking a Workforce Partnership Director to develop regional employer partnerships, drive student growth, and enhance brand awareness. You will oversee strategic relationships, coordinate programs, and represent NU at events to advance our growth agenda.

The role reports to the VP of Strategic Business Development and Career Services. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years in higher education or workforce solutions, strong CRM and MS Office skills, and up to 60%