Workforce Development Director - INTERNAL OPENING FOR KSU EMPLOYEES ONLYApply nowJob no:700013Work type:Staff/UnclassifiedLocation:Kent Campus - Kent, OHCategories:Full-timeJob TitleWorkforce Development DirectorPhysical LocationKent Campus - Kent, OHSalary$67,706 - $81,888Basic FunctionProvide leadership and strategy to workforce development team. Foster collaborative relationships with industry and regional partners in regions served by Kent State University. Reports to designated supervisor.Examples of DutiesActively engage with business and industry organizations for the purpose of building new client prospects, maintaining current prospect relationships, selling products, and staying informed of industry trends and needs.Develop and implement strategic plan guiding relationship building and sales efforts.Collaborate with leadership to build strategy around developing recent leads and programs.Collaborate and share information with colleges and departments.Support and motivate team in meeting sales and productivity goals.Collaborate with marketing team to develop marketing strategy for workforce development products.Review and approve proposals, contracts, and training plans that reflect organization's needs and the university's solutions.Establish and meet individual sales and productivity goals.Establish team sales and productivity goals.Collaborate with unit team to identify criteria for product evaluation and develop evaluation tools.Maintain relationships with clients.Recruit facilitators and subject matter experts to develop and deliver training.Maintain electronic records utilizing client relationship management software.Provide direct supervision of unclassified staff.Perform related duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree. Five years of relevant experience in outreach, sales, and/or training and development.Knowledge OfWritten and interpersonal communicationPerformance consultingSalesAdministering and implementing strategic plan initiativesAdhering to deadlinesSkill InWritten and interpersonal communicationPerformance consultingSalesAdministering and implementing strategic plan initiativesAdhering to deadlinesAbility ToProvide leadership and directionMaintain client relationshipsPossess considerable attention to detail and maintain a high level of customer serviceUse data to inform strategy and planningOversee and manage multiple priorities and projectsTravel regionallyAssessmentsAsterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.Working Conditions / Physical RequirementsNoneAdditional InformationMust pass a security check.Equal Opportunity Employer StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to non-discrimination to employ and advance qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.



We comply with VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.Community CommitmentKent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.Smoke-Free and Tobacco-Free PolicyKent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.Kent.Edu/smoke-free.DisclaimerThe intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.Posting DatesAdvertised:March 25, 2026 Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close:April 08, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Workforce Development Director - Internal Opening For Ksu Employees Only - $67,706 - $81,888 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Kent State University
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