Director, Workforce Partnership (Des Moines, Cedar Falls, or Fayette) Upper Iowa University - 3.8 Des Moines, IA Job Details Full-time From $50,000 a year 23 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Program design Faculty collaboration Master's degree Bachelor's degree Project leadership University experience Full Job Description Learn More and

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Director, Workforce Partnership Location:

Cedar Falls, Des Moines, or Fayette, Iowa Required Documentation Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. Submit your documents at the end of the application to be considered. If you need help, please reach out to . Position Summary The Workforce Partnership Director will lead Upper Iowa University's efforts to develop, coordinate, and sustain employer engagement and workforce pathway initiatives that expand access to short-term, career-focused education and career advancement opportunities. This position will build and grow strategic partnerships with area businesses, community organizations, workforce agencies, and community colleges to identify high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand workforce needs and align them with UIU's academic programs, credential pathways, internship opportunities, and student support initiatives. Position Responsibilities Develop, coordinate, and maintain strategic partnerships with employers, community colleges, workforce organizations, economic development groups, community agencies, and other external partners. Serve as the primary liaison between UIU and area businesses to identify hiring needs, skills gaps, internship opportunities, and workforce training priorities. Collaborate with academic and enrollment leadership to align UIU programs and credentials with employer and community workforce needs. Support the development and expansion of short-term, career-focused workforce pathways that may align with Workforce Pell Grant eligibility requirements, including programs connected to high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand occupations. Identify opportunities for stackable and portable credentials that allow students and adult learners to build toward degree completion and career advancement. Create and expand internship, job-shadowing, and experiential learning partnerships with employers and community organizations. Work with ReEngage UIU Success Coaches to identify workforce-aligned pathways for stopped-out learners returning to complete a degree or credential. Coordinate employer engagement activities such as workforce roundtables, advisory meetings, hiring events, information sessions, site visits, and partnership meetings. Gather and communicate labor market information, employer feedback, and community workforce needs to inform program development and institutional planning. Support institutional efforts to document workforce alignment, employer demand, completion outcomes, job placement opportunities, and program value. Assist in identifying funding, grant, sponsorship, and partnership opportunities that support the sustainability and growth of workforce initiatives. Develop or enhance systems for tracking employer partnerships, internship opportunities, student placements, workforce pathway outcomes, and partnership impact. Represent UIU at workforce development meetings, community events, employer convenings, and regional partnership initiatives. Promote UIU's workforce pathways and partnership opportunities to employers, community colleges, adult learners, and community stakeholders. Contribute to the long-term sustainability of workforce initiatives by strengthening partner relationships, evaluating outcomes, and recommending improvements. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred. Experience in higher education, workforce development, employer relations, career services, economic development, business development, community partnerships, or a related field. Strong understanding of workforce development, adult learner needs, career pathways, internships, credential completion, or employer engagement strategies. Excellent communication, relationship-building, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, employers, community colleges, and external stakeholders. Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple initiatives and partnerships simultaneously. Ability to travel locally or regionally to meet with employers, community partners, and workforce stakeholders as needed. Benefits Package Free & reduced UIU tuition packages for employees, dependents, and spouses, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, health, life, and other insurance are available. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. This position is funded through a federal Title III grant. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of grant funding and continued institutional need. Title III grant funding is currently anticipated for up to five years; however, funding is subject to annual federal appropriations, grant requirements, and the continued availability of awarded funds. Upon conclusion of the grant period, the University may elect to continue the position through institutional or other available funding based on institutional needs, available resources, and University approval. About us Upper Iowa University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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