Manager, Workforce Development Project

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with educational institutions, economic development entities, and workforce agencies to align and execute collaborative strategies benefiting Beacon's talent pipeline and promoting DEIB initiatives.
• Evaluate workforce development initiatives with key metrics and scorecards to measure outcomes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Gather insights from leadership teams and stakeholders to prioritize workforce and talent needs, leveraging data to inform strategic decisions.
• Conduct internal and external labor market analysis to assess talent demand and skills requirements, translating data into actionable workforce strategies.
• Utilize analytics and key metrics to assess the effectiveness of programs and targeted strategies, continuously optimizing initiatives for maximum impact while fostering a culture of belonging.
• Serve as the primary point of contact to coordinate training programs, internships, job shadowing, and other opportunities with external partners, leveraging grants and incentives where applicable.
• Develop and manage a partner database using Beacon's CRM and other channels, facilitating regular communication on program updates and partnership opportunities.
• Adapt to a rapidly changing environment by proactively identifying areas for improvement and implementing innovative solutions to enhance workforce development efforts.
• Participate in workforce planning initiatives.

Essential Duties

• Oversight, execution, and evaluation of programming such as: Beacon Pathways, Beacon Scholars, Beacon Administrative Fellowship.
• Leadership and support to Beacon Administrative Fellows; selection, orienting/training, developing job design and standards of performance, evaluating performance.
• Collaboration with preceptors, leaders, and providers to manage student experiences and recruitment, ensuring opportunities are inclusive and accessible to all.
• Coordination of student rotation and internship placements, ensuring compliance with DEIB principles and fostering a culture of belonging.
• Development and maintenance of relationships with educational institutions and healthcare training programs, promoting diversity and equity in talent pipelines.
• Representation of Beacon at job fairs, community events, and recruitment-related activities, championing DEIB initiatives.
• Aid in business strategy through industry research and forecasting, focusing on promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Lead, direct, and implement strategic workforce development efforts to grow and retain talent while advancing DEIB objectives.

Beacon Health Leader Competencies

• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• 7-10+ years of progressively responsible experience in strategic workforce development, talent management, or community outreach, with 3-5 years in a managerial role.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills at the organizational level, with a demonstrated commitment to DEIB principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM systems.
• Experience in full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, social media, ATS management, and onboarding, with a focus on promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) as essential components of workforce development and organizational culture.