Director of Employer & Industry Strategy

Job overview

The Director of Employer & Industry Strategy is an onsite role based in Aurora, CO, with compensation of $115,500–$121,275 per year. This position supports the Workforce Solutions division at the Colorado Community College System. This role exists to redefine how employers and educators collaborate to shape the future workforce. The director leads system-level strategy to strengthen relationships with industry partners, ensuring that employer demand informs program design and workforce initiatives.

What you'll do

• Lead systemwide employer partnership strategy
• prospect and manage industry relationships
• translate employer input into program guidance
• convene regional summits
• provide strategic support to colleges.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

aurora co

higher education

workforce development

strategy

leadership

director

education

industry relations

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Hybrid work options, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.

Why this role

Significant impact on statewide workforce development and higher education alignment.

About the employer

Colorado Community College System Career Site is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.