Strategic Workforce Solutions Consultant

State of Louisiana; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Not specified

Job summary

Louisiana Works seeks a Workforce Development Consultant to improve how businesses access workforce services and talent development solutions across Louisiana. The role coordinates employer-focused initiatives, statewide program implementation, and collaboration with employers and partners to address current and emerging workforce needs.

The Office of Business Workforce Solutions (OBWS), known as Louisiana Talent Works, links employers with education, training, and economic development resources

Qualifications

• Seven years of experience in workforce development, administrative services, or social services.
• Experience substitutions: college hours can count toward experience under the six years requirement.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of statewide Business Services strategies, programs, and initiatives.
• Work with employers, industry associations, and economic development partners to identify workforce challenges and opportunities.
• Coordinate with regional workforce staff, education providers, and state agencies to implement employer-focused solutions.
• Provide statewide guidance and support to staff delivering business workforce services, including developing procedures and tools.
• Support employer-led training initiatives, including incumbent worker training, apprenticeships, and work-based learning.
• Analyze labor market information and program performance data to identify trends and improve services.
• Develop reports and implementation plans for program management and leadership decision-making.
• Establish consistent service expectations and performance measures for employer engagement across the state.
• Represent Louisiana Works in meetings and collaborative initiatives with employers and partners.

Skills

Workforce development experience

Stakeholder collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Louisiana Works seeks a Workforce Development Consultant to improve how businesses access workforce services and talent development solutions across Louisiana. The role coordinates employer-focused initiatives, statewide program implementation, and collaboration with employers and partners to address current and emerging workforce needs.

The Office of Business Workforce Solutions (OBWS), known as Louisiana Talent Works, links employers with education, training, and economic development resources