Business Development Manager

Job title:

business development manager department: workforce and short-term training

Salary range: $55,000-$65,000 flsa: exempt

Immediate supervisor: executive director of plaster manufacturing center

Schedule details: full-time/12-month position/peers

Position summary

The business development manager plays a frontline role in delivering training solutions to meet real-time workforce needs. This position works directly with employers to understand their training challenges and develops responsive programs to upskill workers quickly and effectively. The manager is hands-on in coordinating instructors, managing logistics, and ensuring high-quality training delivery that meets the expectations of business and industry partners.

Essential job duties

* serve as the point of contact for local employers seeking workforce training solutions.

* coordinate and deliver customized training programs at employer sites or college facilities.

* meet directly with companies to assess training needs and match them with appropriate instructional solutions.

* develop training outlines and scopes of work in response to employer requests.

* schedule classes, secure instructors, and coordinate space, equipment, and materials for training sessions.

* work closely with instructors to ensure delivery of high-quality, hands-on training that aligns with employer expectations.

* assist companies in missouri one start program compliance, working with program administrator to apply, track, and effectively utilize funding.

* track participation, gather feedback, and follow up with employers to ensure satisfaction and identify future needs.

* regularly visit job sites, shop floors, and training locations to support active programs and troubleshoot issues.

* develop pricing and proposals for customized training contracts.

* maintain records, reports, and documentation related to training delivery and performance.

* build relationships with industry partners, chambers of commerce, and workforce agencies to promote training offerings.

* support recruiting efforts for new instructors and subject matter experts.

* stay current on workforce trends and skills gaps by engaging with industry professionals and reviewing job market data.

* represent the college at local workforce events and business round tables to stay connected with community needs.

* exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality.

* comply with college policies and procedures.

* perform other duties as assigned, including attending college functions, serving on committees, and attending community events, when necessary.

Required knowledge, skills & abilities

* associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.

* demonstrated public speaking skills.

* ability to manage multiple priorities.

* ability to work well with others.

* strong oral and written communication skills.

* ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as microsoft office suite and crm software).

Preferred knowledge skills & abilities

* bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.

* three years of related experience with progressive sales management.

* knowledge of department of education and hlc accreditation standards and requirements.

* demonstrated experience with salesforce crm software.

* experience with colleague.

* experience working within a collegiate setting.

Working at ozarks technical community college provides great benefits

* medical insurance coverage for employees through the coxhealth network at no cost to employees.

* dental, ltd and group life insurance coverage for employees at no cost to employees.

* access to the on-site otc health and wellness clinic at no cost for employees and their dependents.

* use of the otc fitness center at no cost to employees.

* twelve (12) tuition free college credit hours per fall and/or spring semester and six (6) college credit hours per summer term for employees and/or their dependents.

* college matches the employee psrs/peers retirement at 14.5% or 6.86%

Physical demands and working environment: (the conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully…