The National Center for Urban Solutions - NCUS ยท 3 days ago
Career Technical Education Business Developer
The National Center for Urban Solutions (NCUS) is a multidisciplinary social enterprise dedicated to addressing the needs of urban and underrepresented communities in health, workforce, and education. The CTE Business Developer plays a critical role in connecting education with industry by cultivating and managing employer partnerships that create meaningful work-based learning, internship, and employment opportunities for high school scholars.
EducationVirtual Workforce
Responsibilities
Identify, recruit, and maintain relationships with local and regional employers across high-demand sectors
Develop Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) and partnership agreements that align with CTE program outcomes
Collaborate with employers to design and implement work-based learning opportunities, such as job shadowing, internships, pre-apprenticeships, and employment placements
Host employer engagement events, site visits, and career fairs to increase visibility and student access to opportunities
Support scholars in developing employability skills, resumes, and interview readiness
Monitor student progress toward graduation and postsecondary/career transition goals
Coordinate with instructors and career coaches to align technical instruction with workforce needs
Track placement data and student success metrics related to work-based learning and graduation
Work closely with the CTE leadership team to ensure programs meet labor market demand and credentialing standards
Serve as the bridge between employers and academic programs to inform curriculum updates and ensure industry relevance
Collaborate with community organizations, workforce boards, and higher education institutions to expand student opportunities
Maintain accurate documentation of employer contacts, partnerships, and student placements in our database system
Provide regular reports on employer engagement, student outcomes, and program impact
Support grant reporting and compliance as needed
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree (at minimum) in Business Management, Workforce Development, Human Services, Career Technical Leadership, or related field
3+ years of experience in employer engagement, workforce development, or career technical education
Demonstrated success in building and managing partnerships with employers or community organizations
Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Passion for young adult development, career education, and equitable access to workforce pathways
Company
The National Center for Urban Solutions - NCUS
National Center for Urban Solutions (NCUS) is a diversified social enterprise with an interdisciplinary approach to solving the needs of urban and underrepresented communities in health, workforce, and education.