Manager, Workforce Development

Under the general administrative direction of the Executive Dean of Workforce and Strategic Initiatives, the Manager, Workforce Development provides operational oversight for a wide range of workforce development efforts aligned with Sierra College’s mission and regional economic needs. This position is responsible for implementing and managing workforce-related programs and initiatives—including the Strong Workforce Program projects, customized training for employers, regional- and state-funded grants, and new program development efforts.

The Manager works collaboratively across college divisions and departments—including Instruction, Student Services, Outreach, the Career Transfer Center, and Equity and Student Completion—to integrate workforce development goals with college-wide enrollment, retention, and student success strategies. This role requires extensive engagement with external partners such as the North Far North Regional Consortium, Golden Sierra Job Training Agency, K-12 and adult education partners, and business and industry organizations to align training opportunities with labor market demands and to expand access to high-quality, high-wage career pathways.

A core responsibility of this position is building and sustaining strong relationships with employers in priority industry sectors—including advanced manufacturing, health, IT, and the skilled trades—to increase internship opportunities, expand work-based learning, and improve job placement outcomes for Sierra College students. The Manager serves as a convener and connector, building strong partnerships that foster innovation, equity, and regional alignment. The position also plays a key role in outreach and recruitment strategies, program launch and implementation, and the expansion of work-based learning and job placement opportunities—especially for disproportionately impacted and adult learners. The ideal candidate will bring strong project management experience, a deep understanding of workforce systems, and a collaborative mindset to help drive Sierra College’s role as a regional workforce leader.

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REPRESENTATIVE FUNCTIONS:

1. Lead and manage cross-functional workforce development projects from planning through execution, including timelines, stakeholder coordination, reporting, and continuous improvement activities.

2. Maintains a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in regional workforce development; maintains participation and credibility in workforce development gatherings and professional development events; participates in program planning activities with state, county, education and other agencies; provides leadership in the development and maintenance of workforce community partnerships and programs.

3. Facilitate and coordinate community collaboratives focused on workforce and education alignment, ensuring active engagement from K-12, industry, government, and community-based partners.

4. Works collaboratively with Outreach on recruitment plans to increase enrollment in high-demand Career Technical Education (CTE) programs, with special emphasis on underserved and adult learner populations.

5. Strengthen and expand partnerships with employers, workforce boards, and community-based organizations to create pipelines into work-based learning opportunities, including internships, apprenticeships, and incumbent worker training.

6. Participates in the development of goals and objectives as well as policies and procedures; makes recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards, policies and procedures; participates in the implementation of approved policies and procedures; monitors work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.

7. Works collaboratively across departments-including Instruction, Student Services, Outreach, and the Career Transfer Center-to align workforce development initiatives with college-wide goals, regional labor market needs, and equity priorities. Supports the integration of CTE program objectives with enrollment, retention, and career success strategies.

8. Participates in the selection, onboarding and oversight of staff and consultants; networks with ecosystem partners to plan and share various resources and strategies; negotiates and coordinates customized training and consulting contracts with regional employers, organizations and agencies.

9. Develops working relationships with Chambers of Commerce, industrial and business groups, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and other workforce-funded groups, and Employment Training Panel (ETP) organizations and partners.

10. Prepares reports and provides statistical information for use by Sierra College and the California Community College Chancellor’s Office; develops procedures for data collection, storage, confidentiality and secure disposal.

11. Works with the Sierra College Marketing Manager and other communication contractors to disseminate news and information on program activities and accomplishments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The following describes the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to enter the job and successfully perform the assigned duties.

Education and Experience Guidelines

Experience:

Three years of increasingly responsible experience in project management, supervision, outreach, community building, business development, or related field.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, entrepreneurship, engineering, or related field. Experience in workforce development and/or skilled trades programs considered a plus.

License or Certificate:

•Valid California driver’s license and a safe driving record to drive a District or personal vehicle.

Knowledge of:

•Objectives of the Strong Workforce Initiative, Workforce Development goals of the California Community College Chancellor’s Office, and Sierra College’s CTE programs.

•Current technology, workforce, and business trends.

•Marketing concepts, principles, and techniques.

•Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

•Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.

•Principles and practices of record keeping, data collection, and reporting.

•Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

•Methods and techniques of group facilitation processes for resolving problems and optimizing actions with diverse groups.

•Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software.

•Methods to successfully support individuals with varying backgrounds, which includes persons with disabilities, various gender identities, sexual orientation, individuals from historically underrepresented communities and other groups.

Ability to:

•Apply an equity-minded framework to ensure programs, services, and processes are designed and delivered to meet the varying needs of all students.

•Build and sustain collaborative relationships with employers, industry groups, educational partners, and cross-functional college departments.

•Communicate complex information clearly and persuasively, both orally and in writing, to diverse audiences, including industry partners, community organizations, and internal stakeholders.

•Listen actively and respond thoughtfully in professional interactions to promote inclusive, trust-based collaboration.

•Represent the college effectively and professionally in external partnerships, advisory boards, regional initiatives, and public forums.

•Supervise, organize, and review the work of assigned staff involved in workforce development programs.

•Select, train, mentor, and evaluate staff and consultants to ensure accountability and program success.

•Delegate authority and responsibility appropriately to support effective project execution.

•Recommend and implement goals, objectives, policies, and procedures to achieve program and project outcomes.

•Plan and organize work to meet evolving priorities, deadlines, and performance benchmarks.

•Understand the organization and operation of the District and external systems such as regional workforce boards, industry associations, and educational consortia.

•Prepare clear and concise technical reports, grant proposals, and program documentation.

•Demonstrate intercultural competence and inclusive interpersonal skills in service to a diverse population.

•Exercise sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff.

•Work collaboratively and productively with other departments, institutional leadership, and external agencies to align efforts and achieve shared goals.

•Operate office equipment including computers and project management, communication, and data analysis software tools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting and requires occasional travel to local high school districts and campuses.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally walk, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

WHY SIERRA?

• One of Aspen Institute’s Top 150 Community Colleges in the nation
• The Accrediting Commission recognized Sierra “for its exemplary practice of providing personnel with opportunities for continued professional development in order to meet its mission.” This includes providing students and employees with a robust set of programs, events, and conferences related to equity-mindedness and supporting the success of our students, etc.
• Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS)
• 18 paid holidays (including extended time off during the winter break)
• 22 accrued paid vacation days per year
• Competitive benefits package
• Currently during summers, some employee groups participate in 4x10 schedules
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (in most cases)

Sierra College is a Community College located near Sacramento, California where a heavy emphasis is placed on academic excellence and student success. Since its founding in 1936, Sierra College has focused on quality instruction and meeting the evolving needs of the students and communities that it serves. The Sierra Community College District covers more than 3,200 square miles and serves the Northern California foothill counties of Placer and Nevada, as well as parts of El Dorado and Sacramento. We serve over 17,000 students throughout the region in both on-ground and online courses, including students at our main Rocklin Campus as well as at two centers located in Grass Valley and Tahoe/Truckee. Our District prides itself on academic excellence.

Sierra College has a strong commitment to the achievement of equity and inclusion among its faculty, staff, and students and values the rich, diverse backgrounds that make up the campus community. A strong candidate for this position must demonstrate a profound understanding of and experience with successfully supporting individuals with varying backgrounds. This includes persons with disabilities, various gender identities and sexual orientations, as well as individuals from historically underrepresented communities and other groups. Our District is committed to providing strategies for success and proactive student-centered practices and policies focused on eliminating equity gaps to ensure the District provides an inclusive educational and employment environment focused on strategies for success and equitable outcomes for all.

As an institution, Sierra College is committed to eliminating the equity gap in all student populations with dynamic, learner-centered practices and policies that fully engage the college community. The ideal candidate will share the College’s commitment to helping its racially and socioeconomically diverse students succeed in their degree and career objectives. Currently, Sierra College enrolls 17,800 students per term, where approximately: 23% of Sierra College’s students are Latin(o)(a)(x)(e), 3% are African-American/Black, 2% are Filipino, 6% are Asian, 1% are American Indian/Alaskan Native, 8% are Multiethnic and 55% are White.

The successful candidate will join a College dedicated to the use of culturally responsive strategies and methods that meet the varying needs of our students, faculty, staff, and surrounding community. Sierra College demonstrates its commitment to equity by supporting ongoing professional development for students, faculty, and staff. These opportunities include trainings and workshops on equity and inclusion, active Academic Senate standing committees concerned with student success and equity, a Presidential Equity Advisory Committee (PEAC), culturally responsive student engagement centers, support for our undocumented and AB540 students, campus-wide equity summits, a robust set of programs, events, and conferences related to equity-mindedness and supporting the success of our diverse students.

Need Help With Your Online Account?

• Use the online Help Guide or contact the NEOED Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 if you need assistance with your online applicant account.
• Applicant Support is available between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.

If you have any questions about this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at hr@sierracollege.edu .

Helpful Tip:

Please note that as described above a strong candidate for this position must demonstrate a profound understanding of and experience with successfully supporting individuals with varying backgrounds; and therefore, hiring committees assess candidates for these knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Applicants may want to consider incorporating culturally-inclusive/equity-minded strategies practiced and/or evidence of the responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, socioeconomic, and cultural diversity of community college student populations throughout their application materials (including application and documents uploaded, if any).

Please see the Sierra College website for additional helpful tips and tools for prospective applicants .

Travel expenses may be partially reimbursed for candidates traveling beyond a 150 mile radius for second round interviews. All other travel expenses will be borne by the candidate (if in person interviews).

Key Information Regarding Our Hiring Process

Hiring Subject to Board of Trustees Approval

Please note that all new hires require approval from our Board of Trustees during one of their public meetings. Official hire dates will follow this approval. More information about the Board of Trustees and their meetings can be found at https://www.sierracollege.edu/administration/board-of-trustees/ .

H1B1 Visa Sponsorship Not Available

At this time, we do not offer H1B1 visa sponsorship for new employees.

Terms and Conditions of Employment:

Other terms and conditions of employment are specified in the applicable collective bargaining agreements on file in the District Human Resources Department. Position description of record on file in the Human Resources Department.

*Sierra Community College District currently operates campuses in Rocklin, Truckee and Grass Valley. In its management of a multi-campus environment, the District reserves right of assignment including the right to change assignment locations and shift assignments based on District need. Although this position may currently reside at the Rocklin campus, the assignment location may be subject to change as needed. Additionally, the district reserves the right to cancel, revise or re-announce this position as well as any and all positions at any time.

EEO / TITLE IX EMPLOYER

Sierra College is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination and the achievement of diversity and equity among its faculty, staff, and students.

Persons with inquiries about the application of Title IX and/or EEO may contact the Director of Diversity, EEO & Title IX (Title IX Coordinator) at the address below, at (916) 660-7006 or via email at EEOT9@sierracollege.edu .

Persons with questions regarding reasonable accommodation of physical and other disabilities should contact the Sierra College Human Resources Department at (916) 660-7105.

If you have limitations hearing or speaking, the State of California offers a specially-trained Communications Assistant (CA) that can relay telephone conversations for all of your calls. Dial 711 to reach the California Relay Service (CRS). Dialing 711 is for everyone, not just those who have difficulty hearing on a standard phone. If you prefer having your calls immediately answered in your mode of communication, dial one of the toll-free modality and language-specific numbers below. The call will be routed to the CRS provider.

TTY/VCO/HCO to Voice

English 1-800-735-2929

Spanish 1-800-855-3000

Voice to TTY/VCO/HCO

English 1-800-735-2922

Spanish 1-800-855-3000

From or to Speech-to- Speech

English & Spanish 1-800-854-7784

Closing Date/Time: Mon, 19 Jan 2026

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