Project Manager AttainmentNC Workforce Collaborative

Please note this is not a CarolinaEast Health System position.

Location:

Craven County, NC Job Type:

Full-Time | Grant-Funded (24-Month Term)

Employer:

Craven County Workforce Pipeline Collaborative - Eastern Carolina Workforce Development Board Position Summary The Project Manager leads Craven County's AttainmentNC initiative, coordinating efforts across education, workforce, business, and community partners to expand career-connected learning and workforce pathways. This role serves as a neutral convener, ensuring alignment and progress toward shared goals in postsecondary attainment and employment outcomes.

Key Responsibilities Lead Cross-Sector Collaboration:

Convene and manage partners from K-12, higher education, employers, workforce, and community organizations

Implement Strategy:

Develop and execute the local AttainmentNC plan, including career pathways and work-based learning programs

Engage Employers:

Recruit and collaborate with employers to co-design pathways aligned with workforce needs

Build Talent Pipelines:

Support outreach and success for priority and underserved populations

Track Performance:

Monitor outcomes, manage data, and submit required reports

Ensure Sustainability:

Develop long-term funding and expansion strategies Qualifications Experience in workforce development, education, or economic development Strong project management and organizational skills Proven ability to lead partnerships and engage stakeholders Excellent communication and facilitation skills Familiarity with North Carolina systems preferred Ideal Candidate Collaborative, relationship-driven leader Experienced in managing multi-partner initiatives Strategic thinker with strong execution skills Able to influence and align diverse stakeholders

Additional Information Term:

24 months (grant-funded)

Continuation:

Dependent on future funding and sustainability efforts