Manager, Workforce Alignment

Application review begins Monday October 26, 2026 General Summary: The Manager, Workforce Alignment develops, implements, and evaluates innovative programs and initiatives that will successfully bring together industry, education, and workforce development resources to meet labor market needs in fast growing, in-demand sectors. This includes development of career exploration programs in key areas of the region and enabling the business community to support our education system and its contributions to our region’s enduring attractiveness. The goal of this position is to support a holistic approach to the development, retention, and attraction of a diverse and qualified regional labor force which leads to the success and growth of the regional economy. This position is local to Northwest Ohio and cannot be performed remotely. Note: This position is a program manager and has responsibility for one direct report. Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee related subcommittee work including setting agendas, facilitate meetings, minutes, and follow-up and live convenings as needed. Conduct research, identify best practices and recommend innovative programming and solutions to support the work of the subcommittees.
• Steward long-term regional relationships with employers, manufacturers, educators, workforce development organizations, community partners, and other stakeholders to support coordinated workforce solutions, improve workforce pipelines, and advance the Talent Alignment Strategy.
• Create awareness among regional manufacturers and conduct proactive outreach to identify manufacturing employers that may benefit from workforce, education, training, or regional support resources.
• Represent the Chamber on relevant committees and boards.
• Assist with the research, implementation and reporting of state and federal grant opportunities and ensure that accurate data is being gathered for the work of the grant and that processes are in place to guarantee compliance with all state, federal, and private funding mandates.
• Support intake and 1:1 consultation sessions with manufacturers, members, and partners to identify workforce needs, assess appropriate resources, document priorities, and make warm handoffs to relevant programs, services, partners, or next steps.
• Connect employers and partners to workforce, education, and regional assets by helping them navigate available training resources, funding opportunities, talent pipeline strategies, regional initiatives, and appropriate points of contact.
• Stay connected with manufacturers, employers, and partners during active engagements by tracking action items, coordinating follow-through, monitoring progress, and communicating updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Publish quarterly workforce focused newsletter and other communications as necessary.
• Manage workforce development programs offered through the Center for Training & Development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working with or supporting manufacturers or manufacturing-sector workforce initiatives is preferred.

Job Skills and Requirements:

• Must have a strong interest in workforce development within our community.
• Preferred Bachelor’s degree or at least 2-5 years of experience in a related field.
• Must be a self-directed individual with excellent planning, organization and follow-up skills.
• Expert skills in report writing and computer applications, including Word and Excel, are essential.
• Must be adaptable to changing work requirements and have a desire to work as part of a team.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Able to work with sensitive, highly confidential information.
• Occasional travel to Columbus.