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Workforce Development Manager

Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/19/2025

Position Description :

We're looking for those individuals-the creative thinkers and innovation seekers-who are content with nothing short of changing the world. Discover the endless opportunities within the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and be inspired by the work we can do together to improve health, and make a positive, daily impact in our communities. In the role ofa Workforce Development Manager you will beworking in Human Resources.

Position Purpose

The Program Manager of Workforce Development is responsible for designing and implementing strategies to meet the Medical College of Wisconsin current and future talent needs. This role involves assessing workforce needs, identifying opportunities, and designing and implementing programs that support career pathways for MCW employees and community job seekers. This role is instrumental in developing partnerships with educational institutions and community organizations to create programs, pipelines, and pathways that strengthen and foster a flourishing workforce. Working closely with internal partners such as talent acquisition and organizational development, the Program Manager ensures workforce development efforts are aligned with MCW's broader strategic goals. This position will report to the Program Director, Office of Diversity and Inclusion.

  • Assist in the development and implementation of a Workforce Development strategy that supports MCW's evolving talent needs, with a focus on supporting staff mobility and upskilling / reskilling within the organization.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including HR leadership, department and division administrators, and other MCW leaders to successfully develop, scale and execute workforce development initiatives.
  • Build and maintain strong partnerships with MCW leaders to forecast talent needs, identify retention concerns, and highlight areas of opportunity across the MCW enterprise.
  • Build and leverage external partnerships with key educational partners, clinical partners, community organizations, and internal business units to advance workforce development goals.
  • Identify and participate in community events and job fairs to enhance MCW's outreach efforts and strengthen community partnerships.
  • Adopt evidence-based practices; establish measurable outcomes for each initiative.
  • Develop presentations, reports, and summaries to communicate findings and highlight the successes of MCW's workforce development programs.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Contemporary knowledge and understanding of workforce development strategies.
  • Skilled influencer across multiple audiences, which includes internal and external constituencies at all levels.
  • Demonstrated success in driving results in complex programs involving multiple constituents.
  • Experience navigating complex organizational partnerships while keeping the goal in mind.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to interact with executives, management, physicians, team members at all levels, and community job seekers.
  • Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment.
  • Preferred Schedule : M-F, 8a-5p

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    Preferred Schedule : M-F, 8a-5p

    Position Requirements :

    Specifications :

    Minimum Education : A bachelor's degree in business, Human Resources, workforce development, organizational development, or a related field is required.

    Prior Experience : 6-8 years of experience in talent acquisition, workforce development, or organization development. Previous work in higher education or healthcare preferred.

    Preferred Field of Study : Business Administration, Human Resources, Human Services, or related field

    Why MCW?

  • Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
  • 403B Retirement Package
  • Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Pet Insurance
  • On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
  • Additional discounted rates on items such as : Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.
  • For a full list of positions see : www.mcw.edu / careers

    For a brief overview of our benefits see :

    Eastern Wisconsin is a vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. MCW is intent on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce and faculty body that reflects the community we serve. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, thought, and perspectives to advance excellence in science and medicine. MCW is a welcoming campus community with a strong culture of collaboration, partnership, and engagement with our surrounding community . For more information, please visit our institutional website at .

    MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination

    The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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