Sector Partnership Manager (NCS) Mayor's Office of Employment Development

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

Salary Range:

$81097.00 - $129584.00 Annually

Starting Pay Range:

$81097.00 $90000.00 Annually

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Job Summary:

MOED is seeking an innovative and collaborative Sector Partnership Manager to lead workforce development initiatives that address industry needs and empower individuals with the skills for in-demand careers. The candidate selected for this role will develop and implement programs that align sector strategies with workforce priorities forge partnerships with employers and community stakeholders and contribute to a more equitable and dynamic labor market.

The Sector Partnership Manager works closely in partnership with the Baltimore Workforce Development Board and collaborates closely with the Assistant Director and Chief of Employer Services. The selected candidate must have experience in workforce development and familiarity with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The individual selected for this role must be a strategic thought partner to leadership and serve as a liaison between MOED and all partnering sectors. This role is ideal for a strong relationship builder and project manager who can support system-wide collaboration streamline processes and drive partner engagement with clarity and follow-through.

Why Join Us:

• Make a tangible impact in empowering individuals and strengthening communities.
• Collaborate with forward-thinking professionals who share a passion for workforce development.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and contributions to sector innovation.
• Benefit from a comprehensive compensation package and a supportive work culture.

Essential Functions:

• Design and execute workforce development programs aligned with sector-based strategies and organizational goals.
• Collaborate with employers training providers and community organizations to identify skill gaps and develop targeted solutions.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure alignment between sector strategies and broader agency initiatives.
• Manage a team of at least two employees providing guidance support and performance oversight.
• Conduct labor market analysis to identify trends workforce challenges and opportunities within specific sectors.
• Lead the creation of career pathways and skills-building programs tailored to the needs of both job seekers and employers.
• Build and manage relationships with employer partners supporting their onboarding into registered Maryland Apprenticeship Programs
• Lead and facilitate industry workgroups and collaborative meetings keeping stakeholders aligned engaged and focused on shared outcomes.
• Contribute to strategic planning efforts by providing insight on sector trends community needs and policy impacts.
• Manage program budgets resources and timelines to ensure impactful and sustainable outcomes.
• Measure program performance using key metrics and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Cultivate facilitate and maintain strategic partnerships to support agency workforce development initiatives and sector strategies.
• Serve as a liaison to cross-sector partners in areas including apprenticeship infrastructure education healthcare hospitality and other priority industries.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Marketing Economics Business Public Administration or another related field.

AND

Experience: Have 35 years of experience in workforce development and program management. Ample knowledge of local state and federal workforce legislation such as the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA). Demonstrated experience implementing programs and services in compliance with WIOA guidelines and performance metrics. Experience with WIOA-related reporting data tracking and performance evaluation requirements. Ability to navigate WIOA funding streams and align sector strategies with WIOA priority populations and mandates. Two years of sales experience with one year of which must be in employment or job training related fields that required a high degree of marketing the program or service. Proven experience in workforce development sector strategy implementation or program understanding of labor market dynamics workforce trends and skills training with federal state or local workforce development policies and funding knowledge of various industry sectors including their unique workforce needs dynamics and characteristics. Demonstrated ability to anticipate and forecast emerging workforce trends and in-demand job roles.

OR

Equivalency Notes: have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses Registrations and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial drivers license or an equivalent drivers license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City drivers permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVERS LICENSE OR LEARNER PERMITS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.

NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVERS LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Up-to-date knowledge of the agencys mission and all services available throughout the agency.
• Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with employers employees training vendors co-workers and workforce development partners.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire guide and manage teams and initiatives.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Highly resourceful self-motivated team player with the ability to work independently.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office and other collaboration platforms
• Strong communications skills ability to demonstrate effective communication orally and in writing (with an emphasis on business writing) and to analyze written reports and materials.
• Strong presentation skills ability to speak persuasively
• Knowledge of workplace assessment instruments and their application.
• Ability to research businesses business-related data and labor market information on the Internet and other media.
• Ability to prioritize assigned tasks and handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to perform as a member of a team to assure project completion.
• Ability to recognize business-related problems and facilitate resolution.
• Ability to manage complex projects and coordinate with diverse stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication collaboration and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to take initiative work autonomously and strategically engage with leadership and partners.

Additional Information

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons including current City employees selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Financial Disclosure

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7 7-8 and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity equity and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color religion age sex ancestry creed national origin disability status genetics marital status military service sexual orientation gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

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