View Job description for Assistant Vice President, Employer Partnerships

Reports To :

Vice President Strategy & Operations

Position Status : FT - Full-Time

Posted Pay Range : $104937 - $131171

Lead Workforce Innovation as Assistant Vice President Employer Partnerships & Workforce Development at CWI!

Are you a visionary leader passionate about connecting education with industry needs The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is seeking an Assistant Vice President of Employer Partnerships & Workforce Development to drive strategic initiatives that empower students and strengthen Idahos workforce.

Why Join CWI

At CWI were committed to accessible affordable and employable education. As Assistant Vice President youll lead transformative workforce programs build impactful employer partnerships and shape the future of workforce development in southwest Idaho.

Benefits :

CWI offers one of the most affordable and comprehensive benefits packages in higher education including :

Premium healthcare plans

11% employer retirement contributions

Tuition discounts

Generous personal leave

Professional development opportunities

Strategic Leadership with Purpose :

Develop and execute a comprehensive workforce development strategy aligned with CWIs mission and regional economic priorities

Advise the Vice President of Strategy & Operations on labor market trends and employability outcomes

Lead Workforce Development operations staff and programs with a focus on innovation and responsiveness

Oversee budgeting enrollment growth and market expansion

Ensure compliance with federal state and local workforce regulations

Building Employer Partnerships :

Cultivate strategic relationships with employers industry groups government agencies and economic development organizations

Align academic and technical programs with industry needs to ensure graduate readiness

Represent CWI on workforce boards and regional / state initiatives

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to coordinate employer engagement

Driving Innovation in Workforce Programs :

Lead the design and expansion of non-credit training apprenticeships and custom employer solutions

Pursue funding opportunities through grants and partnerships

Foster a culture of agility and innovation in response to evolving workforce demands

Oversee Directors of Workforce Development Programs across multiple sectors

What Were Looking For :

Bachelors degree in Education Business Public Administration Workforce Development or related field

10 years of progressive leadership experience in workforce development or higher education

Proven success in building and sustaining industry partnerships

Deep understanding of CWIs mission and commitment to accessibility and employability

Strong communication collaboration and change management skills

Ability to foster a student-centered equity-focused environment

Additional Instructions For Applicants :

Most positions at CWI are in-person and based on campus. While some roles may allow up to two remote workdays per week eligibility for remote work is determined on a case-by-case basis at the hiring managers discretion. All candidates must reside within or be willing to relocate to a reasonable commuting distance from CWI. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex age national origin disability veteran status gender identity sexual orientation or any other applicable legally protected status.

Required Experience :

Exec

Key Skills

Presentation Skills,Risk Management,Financial Services,IFRS,Banking,Pricing,Analysis Skills,Securities Law,Investment Banking,Relationship Management,Strategic Planning,Leadership Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 104937 - 131171