Position Overview
We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Director of Workforce to lead our
comprehensive workforce development initiatives. This role is central to our organization’s mission of connecting talent supply with industry demand through data-driven strategies, trusted partnerships, and innovative programming.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing our
workforce strategic plan while leveraging our unique organizational attributes: real-time
data capabilities, trusted relationships, convening stakeholders for action, and advocating for outcome-based public investment.
Success in this Role Looks Like
Dramatically increasing the number of young adults enrolling in short-term certification
programs leading to living wage careers.
Building a strategic approach to gathering and sharing timely workforce data across
relevant partners to drive collaboration and continuous improvement.
Setting vision and direction for cross-organizational communication campaigns to build
student and family awareness of opportunities that develop durable workforce skills.
Developing a systematic approach to connect credentialed students to living wage
careers.
Key Responsibilities
Employer & Industry Partner Relationships
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with employers across multiple sectors.
Engage directly with HR professionals, employers, and industry associations to validate
workforce demand and evolving talent needs.
Serve as primary liaison between EMC and industry partners.
Develop employer engagement strategies aligned to organizational goals.
Support development of scalable employer engagement and accountability structures.
Workforce Pathway Alignment
Review high-need, high-value pathways, obtain employer input, and share findings with education and nonprofit partners.
Collaborate with educational institutions and nonprofits to align advising and
programming with workforce data.
Identify high-demand, sustaining-wage pathways for students entering the workforce
directly and create materials to encourage 'earn and learn' opportunities.
Support design and promotion of career-connected learning and workforce pathways.
Translate labor market insights into actionable recommendations for education,
workforce, and community partners.
Employer Engagement & Talent Pipeline Initiatives
Partner on existing employer convenings and fill key gaps with industry associations
and individual company meetings where needed.
Facilitate connections between talent supply and employer demand.
Develop and support talent pipeline strategies that connect learners to living-wage
career opportunities.
Collaborate with partners to strengthen alignment between credential attainment and
workforce demand.
Workforce Reporting, Communication, and Satisfaction
Develop and deliver comprehensive workforce reports using real-time data analytics.
Create compelling presentations and materials for diverse stakeholder audiences.
Communicate findings and recommendations to employers, educators, and community
partners.
Use college promise program student interest and action data to create supply-side
reports.
Monitor and report on employer and partner engagement metrics.
Contribute to regional workforce communications and awareness initiatives designed to
increase student and family awareness of workforce opportunities.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required.
Minimum 10 years of experience in human resources, recruiting, workforce planning, or
workforce operations.
Direct experience engaging employers, HR leaders, and industry associations to validate
workforce demand and talent needs.
Demonstrated understanding of workforce development ecosystems, including
credential pathways, labor market alignment, and economic mobility strategies.
Experience interpreting workforce and labor market data and translating insights into
actionable partner and program strategies.
Experience building or managing talent pipeline initiatives that connect learners to
living-wage career opportunities.
Strong understanding of career-connected learning, 'earn and learn' models, and
workforce pathway design.
Experience developing scalable systems, reporting structures, and partner
accountability processes.
Experience leading or contributing to regional communications, outreach, or awareness
campaigns related to workforce opportunities, credential attainment, and student
engagement.
Proven track record of building and maintaining professional relationships.
Exceptional communication skills, including presentation and public speaking abilities.
Strong persuasion and active listening skills.
Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders including employers, educators,
and community partners.
Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation.
Project management and strategic implementation capabilities.
Collaborative mindset with ability to work across multiple teams and departments.
Personal Attributes
Strategic thinker with tactical execution skills.
Relationship builder with strong interpersonal skills.
Data-driven decision maker.
Results-oriented with focus on measurable outcomes.
Adaptable and comfortable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Why Join Us?
Play a direct role in improving economic outcomes for students and families across the
Dallas-Fort Worth region.
Collaborate with a passionate team committed to equity and access.
Help shape workforce strategy for one of the largest college promise programs in the
nation — with direct influence on program direction and regional impact.
Competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
Hybrid work schedule based in Dallas, TX.
About Us
Economic Mobility Center (EMC) is a nonprofit organization that partners with states,
regions, and educational institutions—from K-12 through higher education—to harness the
power of data and technology. We work to improve student education and workforce
outcomes, ultimately driving economic mobility.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $122,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Workforce development: 10 years (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dallas, TX 75247
