Workforce Development and Partnership Specialist

Aspiritech; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks of vacation

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

A pioneering workforce development organization in Illinois is looking for a Workforce Development and Partnership Specialist. This role emphasizes the creation of strategic partnerships and community outreach while overseeing data-driven initiatives. Candidates should have 2+ years of relevant experience and strong skills in networking and event coordination. The position offers growth in a collaborative environment and includes comprehensive vacation benefits, supporting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in workforce development, community relations, or partnership management.
• Proven networking and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Experience organizing professional events.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with local organizations.
• Attend and organize workforce development events.
• Collect and analyze data on partnership outcomes.

Skills

Networking

Data analysis

Event coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Community relations

Job description

Workforce Development and Partnership Specialist

Aspiritech is a pioneering organization committed to elevating workforce development through strategic partnerships and innovative outreach programs. Our culture thrives on collaboration and embracing diversity to maximize opportunity and impact—delivering outstanding results for community stakeholders and industry partners.

About the role

As the Workforce Development and Partnership Specialist at Aspiritech, you will drive our mission forward by forging meaningful connections, representing the organization at events, and cultivating a robust network with local chambers of commerce and allied entities. You will balance responsibilities between partnership development, event coordination, and data-driven program oversight, ensuring that Aspiritech’s workforce initiatives expand, succeed, and make a measurable impact. This role reports to the Director of Inclusion & Outreach.

TLDR: You’ll build and maintain strategic partnerships, expand Aspiritech’s community reach, and drive measurable outcomes through workforce development programs.

Key Responsibilities

Partnership Building and Networking

• Attend workforce development events, conferences, and local gatherings to represent Aspiritech and foster relationships.
• Engage proactively with local chambers of commerce, business associations, and nonprofit organizations to identify partnership opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive network of partners to maximize program impact and resource sharing.
• Schedule and organize participation in events, panels, workshops, and job fairs to amplify Aspiritech’s mission.
• Collaborate with internal teams to design event strategies and ensure coordinated engagement.

Data Collection and Metrics Reporting

• Create and manage systems for collecting data on partnerships, program results, and impact metrics.
• Analyze engagement data to generate actionable insights, informing ongoing strategy refinement.
• Prepare regular reports for leadership, focusing on measurable outcomes and opportunities for improvement.

Program Scheduling and Coordination

• Oversee scheduling of partnership meetings, workforce engagements, and strategic planning sessions.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of activities, calendar deadlines, and stakeholder follow-up.
• Continuously optimize scheduling processes for maximum efficiency and impact.

Government Partnerships

• Develop and foster relationships with federal, state, and local government entities.
• Respond to government proposals for work and manage portal submissions.
• Maintain compliance and communication with relevant government stakeholders.

Innovation and Professional Growth

• Stay current on workforce development trends, partnership best practices, and emerging tools to enhance program delivery.
• Experiment with new approaches to outreach and collaboration, helping establish scalable, repeatable processes as Aspiritech grows.

About You

• 2+ years of experience in workforce development, community relations, or partnership management in a B2B or nonprofit environment.
• Proven ability to build networks and engage stakeholders at multiple levels.
• Experience participating in or organizing professional events, workshops, or outreach initiatives.
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency in scheduling, calendar management, and event coordination.
• Comfortable analyzing and reporting metrics, using data to drive continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication abilities for networking and relationship building.
• Highly collaborative and able to thrive in cross-functional team settings.

About what we offer

• Champion neurodiversity in the workplace and worldwide.
• A collaborative and inclusive culture that values diversity, creativity, and continuous learning.
• Career growth and development opportunities within a dynamic and growing organization.
• 5 Weeks of no strings attached vacation time.