Sierra College
Manager, Workforce Development
Salary:
$103,910.83 Annually
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
2526-00036
Closing:
1/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Location:
Rocklin, CA
Division:
Instruction Office
Job Description 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. The 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 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.
Representative Functions
Lead and manage cross‑functional workforce development projects from planning through execution, including timelines, stakeholder coordination, reporting, and continuous improvement activities.
Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in regional workforce development; maintain participation and credibility in workforce development gatherings and professional development events; participate in program planning activities with state, county, education and other agencies; provide leadership in the development and maintenance of workforce community partnerships and programs.
Facilitate and coordinate community collaboratives focused on workforce and education alignment, ensuring active engagement from K‑12, industry, government, and community‑based partners.
Work 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.
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.
Participate in the development of goals and objectives as well as policies and procedures; make recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards, policies and procedures; participate in the implementation of approved policies and procedures; monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
Work 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. Support the integration of CTE program objectives with enrollment, retention, and career success strategies.
Participate in the selection, onboarding and oversight of staff and consultants; network with ecosystem partners to plan and share various resources and strategies; negotiate and coordinate customized training and consulting contracts with regional employers, organizations and agencies.
Develop 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.
Prepare reports and provide statistical information for use by Sierra College and the California Community College Chancellor's Office; develop procedures for data collection, storage, confidentiality and secure disposal.
Work with the Sierra College Marketing Manager and other communication contractors to disseminate news and information on program activities and accomplishments.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Experience:
Three years of increasingly responsible experience in project management, supervision, outreach, community building, business development, or related field.
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, including persons with disabilities, various gender identities, sexual orientation, individuals from historically underrepresented communities and other groups.
Abilities:
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 and partners, communicate complex information clearly and persuasively, represent the college effectively in external partnerships, supervise and evaluate staff, recommend and implement policies, and plan work to meet evolving priorities.
Physical Demands and Working Environment Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting and requires occasional travel to local high school districts and campuses. Physical demands include standing or sitting for prolonged periods, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, turning, lifting light to moderate weight, and operating office equipment. Vision, hearing and speech requirements are within normal ranges, with or without correction.
EEO Statement 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 (916) 660‑7006 or via email at EEOT9@sierracollege.edu.
Contact Human Resources: hr@sierracollege.edu
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Salary:
$103,910.83 Annually
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
2526-00036
Closing:
1/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Location:
Rocklin, CA
Division:
Instruction Office
Job Description 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. The 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 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.
Representative Functions
Lead and manage cross‑functional workforce development projects from planning through execution, including timelines, stakeholder coordination, reporting, and continuous improvement activities.
Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in regional workforce development; maintain participation and credibility in workforce development gatherings and professional development events; participate in program planning activities with state, county, education and other agencies; provide leadership in the development and maintenance of workforce community partnerships and programs.
Facilitate and coordinate community collaboratives focused on workforce and education alignment, ensuring active engagement from K‑12, industry, government, and community‑based partners.
Work 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.
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.
Participate in the development of goals and objectives as well as policies and procedures; make recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards, policies and procedures; participate in the implementation of approved policies and procedures; monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
Work 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. Support the integration of CTE program objectives with enrollment, retention, and career success strategies.
Participate in the selection, onboarding and oversight of staff and consultants; network with ecosystem partners to plan and share various resources and strategies; negotiate and coordinate customized training and consulting contracts with regional employers, organizations and agencies.
Develop 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.
Prepare reports and provide statistical information for use by Sierra College and the California Community College Chancellor's Office; develop procedures for data collection, storage, confidentiality and secure disposal.
Work with the Sierra College Marketing Manager and other communication contractors to disseminate news and information on program activities and accomplishments.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Experience:
Three years of increasingly responsible experience in project management, supervision, outreach, community building, business development, or related field.
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, including persons with disabilities, various gender identities, sexual orientation, individuals from historically underrepresented communities and other groups.
Abilities:
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 and partners, communicate complex information clearly and persuasively, represent the college effectively in external partnerships, supervise and evaluate staff, recommend and implement policies, and plan work to meet evolving priorities.
Physical Demands and Working Environment Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting and requires occasional travel to local high school districts and campuses. Physical demands include standing or sitting for prolonged periods, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, turning, lifting light to moderate weight, and operating office equipment. Vision, hearing and speech requirements are within normal ranges, with or without correction.
EEO Statement 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 (916) 660‑7006 or via email at EEOT9@sierracollege.edu.
Contact Human Resources: hr@sierracollege.edu
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