Workforce Program Development Lead

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About Northern Essex Community College:

THE COLLEGE:
Northern Essex Community College (NECC) serves about 5,000 credit students each semester on two campuses located in the beautiful, historic Merrimack Valley region of northeast Massachusetts. Our suburban Haverhill campus sits on 106 acres near Kenoza Lake and features a Technology Center and an award-winning Student One-Stop Center. Our urban campus in Lawrence occupies a number of buildings in the heart of downtown.

Most recently, we have constructed a new 44,000 square foot health technologies facility, the Dr. Ibrahim El-Hefni Allied Health & Technology Center. Both campuses are a short drive to Boston and to the beaches and state parks along the coast.

The College has been building an organizational culture that values initiative and innovation, and seeks to identify and develop the strengths in students, faculty, staff, and programs in order to grow and improve. NECC is also committed to using evidence to guide planning and decision-making. These values are reflected in the use of Appreciative Inquiry for strategic planning and accreditation; in our investment in strengths-based, institution-wide professional development;

and in our ten-year involvement as a Leader College in Achieving the Dream, a national network of community colleges dedicated to using data to close student achievement gaps.

We are also committed to the recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. With over 40% Hispanic students, NECC was the first federally recognized Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) in New England.

We seek leaders who are committed to the community college mission, actively engaged in promoting diversity, and prepared to use their unique strengths and innovation with the goal of student success.

Job Description:

POSITION:
Full-Time Workforce Program Development Lead (Staff Associate):
Corporate and Community Education;
Haverhill Campus; 37.5 hours per week;
Non-Unit Professional Position.

This position is grant-funded and is contingent upon the availability of funding. Continuation of the position is dependent on ongoing grant support and may be subject to termination if funding is reduced or discontinued.

SUMMARY:

The Workforce Program Development Lead will initiate the strategic research, design, and project management of high-impact workforce development initiatives. This role is focused on the innovation, launch, and pilot phases of new programs, creating scalable, industry-aligned training models that will transition to operational departments for ongoing delivery. Current initiatives include a Baseline Manufacturing Training Program and a Heat Pump and HVAC Training Program.

The Workforce Program Development Lead will be responsible for conducting market research, engaging stakeholders, designing curriculum frameworks, identifying resource needs, and coordinating cross-functional teams. This position will also cultivate employer and community partnerships, pursue funding opportunities, and develop implementation plans that ensure program sustainability and impact.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Program Development (20%)

* Lead the end-to-end development of workforce training programs, from concept to launch readiness.

* Conduct labor market analysis, employer interviews, and competitive benchmarking to inform program design.

* Define program goals, success metrics, and implementation timelines in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

* Develop comprehensive program plans, including staffing models, instructional space requirements, equipment requirements, and procurement strategies.

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Building (20%)

* Build and maintain relationships with regional employers, workforce boards, and community organizations to ensure program relevance and support.

* Convene advisory groups and pilot partners to gather feedback and validate program design.

* Develop and execute outreach, recruitment, and marketing strategies to attract diverse student populations.

Curriculum &…