Special Projects Business Consultant

Title: Special Projects Business Consultant

Salary: $55,000/yr

Scope of Position: The Special Projects Business Consultant serves as the primary point of contact for employers seeking advanced workforce solutions beyond traditional hiring support. This role not only provides the core business consulting functions, but it also specializes in leveraging state and federal programs that expand training and upskilling opportunities for the regional workforce.

• Serve as subject matter expert and employer liaison for programs such as OJT, Registered Apprenticeship, Pre-Apprenticeship, Work-Based Learning, and other innovative training models guiding employers through program design, compliance, and implementation
• Work directly with business leaders to assess workforce challenges and provide tailored solutions that align with both immediate and long-term hiring goals
• Assist employers in accessing resources like the Skills Development Fund, Current Worker Training grants, and CTE partnerships to strengthen employee pipelines and improve retention
• Collaborate with education providers, workforce board staff, economic development organizations, and state agencies to build pathways that connect employers with qualified talent and training opportunities
• Lead outreach, presentations, and employer roundtables to promote the adoption of Registered Apprenticeships and other special project initiatives
• Track and evaluate outcomes for employers, ensuring compliance with program requirements while demonstrating impact on employer performance and workforce metrics

• Research, pilot, and recommend new employer services that expand the reach of traditional workforce solutions, ensuring the One Stop Career Office remains at the forefront of workforce innovation

• Stay current on local and state policy changes, industry trends, and regional labor market data, maintaining a working knowledge of high-priority occupations and strategic plan priorities to inform decision-making at the local level

• Other opportunities as available

• Bachelor’s degree in business, workforce development, human resources, or related field
• Minimum of five years’ experience in business consulting, workforce development, or employer services, with demonstrated expertise in apprenticeship, OJT, or training program development
• Strong understanding of state and federal workforce development programs, including the Skills Development Fund, Registered Apprenticeship, and CTE initiatives
• Knowledge of apprenticeship registration paperwork, RAPIDS, and apprenticeship approval council preferred  
• Proven track record of building and sustaining high-level partnerships with employers, training providers, and community stakeholders
• Excellent communication, facilitation, presentation, and project management skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications  

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required