North Iowa Area Community College · 11 hours ago
Business Resource Consultant
Mason City, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$56K/yr - $68K/yr
3+ years expNorth Iowa Area Community College is seeking a Business Resource Consultant responsible for outreach to business and industry to coordinate customized training and promote economic development funding programs. The role involves program management, needs assessments, and developing training plans to support economic development projects in North Iowa.
EducationSecondary EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Execute outreach to business and industry for the purposes of sales and revenue growth
Develop and schedule continuing education training programs for occupational fields, industries, and subject matter areas as assigned, including, but not limited to, open enrollment, consortiums and/or short-term certificates
Provide outreach, consult, identify, develop, promote, implement, and evaluate customized training activities with businesses in North Iowa
Utilize LERN tools, benchmarks, and formulas to assist in the promotion of program offerings, determine pricing, maintain appropriate operating margins, enrollment trends, cancellations, evaluate programs, and to develop new courses/programs
Build and maintain relationships with area employers, economic developers, and other stakeholders
Support the oversight of funding initiatives for economic development focusing on various programs and activities aligned with state and local guidelines
Assess local and regional educational and training needs
Complete needs assessments with area businesses to identify strategies that will assist them in achieving sustainability
Develop training plans and associated activities that support the delivery of economic development projects in the North Iowa area
Develop an understanding of NIACC programs to provide businesses with the most comprehensive training and service
Provide responsive customer service by regularly evaluating customer needs, satisfaction, and program outcomes
Evaluate curriculum and instructional materials and methods for new and ongoing training programs
Responsible for recruitment and management of Continuing Education instructors and trainers, including, but not limited to, orientation, induction and staff development
Process and monitor accounts receivable and accounts payable
Manage project financial activities by budgeting for upcoming classes and events
Provide timely and accurate entry of required documentation and programming
Work in cooperation with other Iowa community colleges and training partners
Serve as a member of divisional and institutional committees and participate in professional organizations and college committees
Maintain a strong working relationship with other NIACC departments to support and enhance training offerings
Maintain strong organizational skills, demonstrate reliability, and communicate effectively with stakeholders
Fulfill other responsibilities as needed or assigned
Perform in a manner which strengthens the coordination and cooperation of all organizational components of the College, including opportunities for student recruitment
Qualification
Required
Two-year postsecondary degree with 3-5 years of experience in an educational or business setting with an understanding of training, program management and/or program development
Self-motivated, creative individual possessing the ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with representatives from varying industries and backgrounds
Ability to work independently, accept responsibility with limited supervision, manage multiple projects to successful completion, and work with frequent interruptions
Strong personal computer skills and proven success working within a team-based environment
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
Benefits
Blue Cross/Blue Shield major medical health insurance
Eye care
Dental
Life and disability insurance
Paid vacation and sick leave
A choice of IPERS or TIAA retirement plans
A variety of additional optional benefits
Company
North Iowa Area Community College
North Iowa Area Community College is a school in Mason City.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$3MKey Investors
US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2024-08-27Grant· $3M
Leadership Team
Gregory Bailey
Chief Information Officer / Director, Enterprise Applications
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