Cleveland State University · 14 hours ago
Program Manager, Earn and Learn
Cleveland, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expCleveland State University is seeking a Program Manager for the Earn and Learn Program to recruit and manage external relationships with employers. This role supports workforce development by building partnerships, providing educational opportunities, and coordinating various program-related activities.
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Responsibilities
Recruits and manages external relationships with employers for the Earn and Learn Program
Supports workforce development by building Employer-University partnerships
Engages employers to upskill and retain their workforce by providing educational opportunities needed for advancement at CSU and creates path for the future development of internships and co-ops for CSU students at those companies
Provides orientation, advising, and programing for students in the program
Coordinates and performs a variety of administrative and operational activities that support the program
Develops, coordinates and organizes recruiting and other related events for this program
Works individually and in groups with students in Earn and Learn preparation
Manages relationships with Earn and Learn employers
Performs other functionally related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferably in business administration, marketing, communications or related field
Three (3) years of experience in student related service area in education, workforce development, stakeholder relations, or related organization
Valid driver's license and ability to establish and maintain driver eligibility under the CSU's Driving and Motor Vehicle Policy
Ability to work effectively across a broad spectrum of the CSU community
Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with external and internal partners; effective at initiating outreach campaigns to potential partners
Effective written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, and decision-making abilities
Possess strong public speaking skills
Ability to build and maintain professional relationships and work as an individual contributor and an effective team player, in addition to being highly organized, self-directed, and forward-thinking
Ability to effectively engage with team members when issues arise to ensure appropriate communication and develop effective resolution plans
Detail-oriented and capable of managing large amounts of data, maintain detailed comprehensive records, analyze, and organize information
Ability to motivate, coach and develop others
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint
Ability to travel and work flexible and irregular hours, including evenings and weekends
Preferred
Master's degree preferably in business administration, marketing, communications or related field
Three (3) years of experience in higher education advising, stakeholder relations, workforce development, career services, co-op, or in a student related service area
Company
Cleveland State University
Cleveland State University is a school.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.4MKey Investors
"US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation"Bernie Moreno
2023-11-09Grant· $1.8M
2020-09-16Grant· $0.6M
2018-01-24Grant· $1M
Leadership Team
C
Clifford Bennett
Professor and Department Chairman
Shilpa Kedar
Executive Director, The Beth E. Mooney Center for Transformative Leadership
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