Santa Fe Community College

Business Development Manager

Santa Fe Community College, Santa Fe, NM · Contract

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About the role

The Business Development Manager for Workforce and Contract Training is responsible for driving strategic growth through employer partnerships, contract training opportunities, and regional workforce initiatives.
This position does not supervise others.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Responsibilities

Conduct proactive outreach through phone, virtual meetings, and in-person visits to assess employer needs, present customized workforce training solutions, and develop proposals aligned with organizational goals and workforce challenges.
Assist in the development and execution of marketing and outreach campaigns to increase awareness of workforce development offerings and drive engagement with targeted industries and employers.
This role leads proactive business outreach efforts, identifies emerging workforce needs, and develops customized training solutions that align institutional capabilities with industry demand.
The position serves as a key external ambassador, building strong relationships with business, community, and industry leaders to expand program visibility and revenue.
Working collaboratively across departments, the Business Development Manager supports data-informed decision-making, contributes to revenue generation goals, and ensures a high level of client satisfaction to sustain long-term partnerships.
Instructions to Applicants: Please add the following documents to your application in the "Resume Drop Box" section of your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Build, cultivate, and maintain strong relationships with employers, industry leaders, community organizations, and economic development partners, serving as a primary point of contact and ensuring a high level of responsiveness and customer service.
Instructions to Applicants: Please add the following documents to your application in the "Resume Drop Box" section of your application.
Maintain current knowledge of regional labor market trends, industry demands, and emerging workforce skill gaps and apply this knowledge to inform outreach strategies, partnership development, and program alignment.
Track leads, client interactions, and business opportunities using CRM or sales tracking systems, maintaining accurate records of communications, proposals, and contracts, and contributing to regular performance and pipeline reporting.

Requirements

Five (5) years' experience in a sales environment.
May be required to work after-hours and/or weekends.

Nice to have

Number of pages of application material will not negatively/positively affect your application, however, LACK OF DETAIL may.
Applications are disqualified in the first level of review if they do not meet all Minimum Qualifications listed in this job posting. (Years of experience are calculated based upon numbers of hours worked per week.

Skills

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Skill in interpersonal and relationship‑building communication.
Skill in verbal and written communication.
Skill in analytical and organizational practices
Skill in sales and goal achievement

Compensation

Minimum starting salary $53,520.00
Final offer will be based on relevant experience, education, and other applicable factors. Compensation Type:
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Benefits

Final offer will be based on relevant experience, education, and other applicable factors.
Some positions may require additional educational verification for compliance with accreditation standards.
Notice of Background Check and Education Verification:

Company info

Santa Fe Community College is a Hispanic-serving institution, which neighbors the eight northern Indian pueblos in Northern New Mexico.
We are committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified and diverse faculty and staff.
SFCC strives to make our campus a place where all individuals feel welcome, nurtured, and valued.
At the heart of SFCC's mission - Empower Students, Strengthen Community.
Empoderar a los Estudiantes, Fortalecer a la Comunidad - is a commitment that higher education and opportunity should be open to everyone.
SFCC fosters a welcoming environment and a climate of inclusivity for students, faculty, and staff.
Join the SFCC team in working to empower students and strengthen community!
For additional jobs apply at https://jobs.sfcc.edu

Equal opportunity

Santa Fe Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.
As an EEO employer, Santa Fe Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant's race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation.
The SFCC is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), SFCC will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

Visa & Work Authorization

Santa Fe Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

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