Hiringourheroes

Program Manager, Skilled Trades Academy (South Puget Sound Area, WA)

Washington

Sponsorship not specified$72k-$74kDetected 41 days ago

Project ManagementCRMBusiness DevelopmentResearchCommunicationProblem SolvingAdaptabilityMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft Teams

About the role

You'll serve as the regional leader for the Skilled Trades Academy, driving program growth, cultivating employer partnerships, supporting participants, and ensuring successful program delivery from start to finish.
If you're energized by workforce development, community engagement, business development, and helping people launch meaningful careers, we'd love to hear from you.

Lead Program Strategy & Execution
Own the regional strategy and execution of the Skilled Trades Academy program.
Build & Strengthen Employer Partnerships
Develop and maintain relationships with employers, industry partners, workforce organizations, and community stakeholders.
Conduct business development outreach to recruit new employer partners and training providers.
Identify sponsorship and partnership opportunities that support program growth and sustainability.
Serve as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for employer partners.
Deliver Exceptional Participant Experiences
Support participants throughout their journey, from application through fellowship completion and employment.
Ensure a high-quality participant experience through proactive communication and support.

Experience in workforce development, program management, business development, partnership management, community engagement, or a related field.
Demonstrated ability to leverage AI-enabled tools to improve productivity, research, communication, and operational efficiency.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, CRM systems, and virtual meeting platforms.

Experience working with military-connected populations.
Familiarity with the Department of Defense SkillBridge program and military transition process.
Understanding of union and non-union skilled trades industries.
Experience in workforce development, talent pipeline programs, apprenticeship programs, or skilled trades recruiting.

Hiring Our Heroes (HOH) connects service members, military spouses, and veterans with American businesses to create economic opportunity and a stronger, more diverse workforce.

Identify sponsorship and partnership opportunities that support program growth and sustainability.

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