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The Business Relationships Development Coordinator will serve as a vital link between James Rumsey Technical Institute, local businesses, industry partners, and community organizations. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining partnerships that enhance student learning, expand work-based learning opportunities, and strengthen the connection between JRTI's programs and workforce needs. Additionally, the coordinator will research and pursue grant opportunities to support school initiatives and ensure the long-term sustainability of this position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with local employers, industry associations, chambers of commerce, and workforce agencies to support program growth and alignment with labor market needs.
• Collaborate with instructors and program coordinators to identify partnership opportunities that provide students with internships, apprenticeships, job shadowing, and employment pathways.
• Coordinate employer engagement activities such as advisory committee meetings, industry roundtables, and school tours.
• Promote JRTI programs to the business community and highlight student success stories to strengthen community engagement.
• Research, identify, and apply for relevant local, state, and federal grant opportunities that align with the school's mission and priorities.
• Assist in writing, submitting, and managing grant applications and reporting requirements.
• Work collaboratively with administration to secure funding sources that sustain and expand CTE programs and the Business Development Coordinator position.
• Track and report partnership outcomes, including employer participation, student placements, and grant performance metrics.
• Support special projects and initiatives that enhance JRTI's visibility and relationships with the business community.
• Including but not limited to: JRTI career fair, community business facility tours, student industry tours, community liaison for social media connections between the school and local industry.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, Education, Marketing, Communications, or related field (master's degree preferred).
• Master's degree in educational leadership preferred
• Experience in business development, workforce development, or education-industry partnership coordination.
• Strong communication, networking, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven success in grant writing and project management is highly desirable.
• Ability to work collaboratively with educators, students, and external partners.
• Knowledge of career and technical education (CTE) and local workforce needs preferred.

Salary: James Rumsey Technical Institute salary schedule with coordinator stipend

Employment: Full-time, 240-day contract

Start Date: Upon mutual agreement following offer acceptance.