Business Emergent Campus

Hours:

Approximately 20 hours per week

Compensation: $ 23,512.50 for the initial contract period

Initial Contract Period:
September 1, 2026 – January 31, 2027, with annual renewal potential through January 31, 2029

Benefits:
This is a 1099 consulting/contract position and does not include employee benefits.

Emergent Campus is a rural workforce and innovation hub focused on connecting education, industry, entrepreneurship, and community to create economic opportunity across Southern Colorado. Through workforce development, business attraction and support, industry partnerships, and regional collaboration, Emergent Campus works to strengthen the economic ecosystem of the communities we serve.

Emergent Campus is seeking a Business Recruitment contractor to support business recruitment, business analysis, organizational operations, educational and workforce partnerships, and executive leadership.

A primary focus of this position will be business recruitment for the advanced manufacturing sector , including identifying and engaging businesses that may be strong candidates for expansion, relocation, partnership, or investment within Southern Colorado. The position will also provide essential business analysis, thought leadership, operational coordination, educational partner coordination, and support functions to Emergent Campus. The contractor will work closely with the Executive Director to help ensure the efficient and effective operation of the organization.

• Identify and research advanced manufacturing companies and related businesses that may be candidates for relocation, expansion, investment, or partnership within Southern Colorado.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospective businesses and recruitment opportunities.
• Conduct outreach and develop relationships with businesses, industry representatives, executives, site selectors, and other relevant decision-makers .
• Help communicate the region's business assets, workforce resources, educational partnerships, infrastructure, and other competitive advantages to prospective businesses.
• Coordinate introductions between prospective businesses and relevant economic development, education, workforce, government, and community partners.
• Assist prospective businesses in identifying and navigating relevant regional resources and partnership opportunities.
• Represent Emergent Campus at relevant meetings, events, tours, presentations, and business recruitment activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation of prospects, outreach, follow-up, and business recruitment activities.

• Assist in identifying opportunities for
• process improvement and strategic development.
• M aintain detailed business process models and documentation in Air Table .
• Analyze data and trends to inform decision-making and identify areas for optimization.
• Support the development and implementation of new initiatives and projects.
• Conduct research and analysis supporting advanced manufacturing recruitment and broader business development efforts.
• Provide thought leadership and recommendations related to business development, organizational operations, and strategic opportunities.

• Coordinate and manage operational activities, including meetings, events, and projects related to business development, educational partnerships, and workforce pathway development.
• Assist in preparing for meetings, presentations, tours, and other organizational activities.
• Track project progress and identify potential risks, issues, or areas requiring follow-up.
• Provide support with tasks throughout the Emergent Campus facility as needed.
• Interact positively and professionally with…