The Work-Based Learning Program Developer facilitates work-based learning opportunities that connect students with employers in in-demand fields of study while supporting LCCC’s earn-and-learn programs. This position coordinates employer engagement activities, collaborates with faculty and college personnel, supports student outreach and recruitment, monitors curriculum updates, and tracks work-based learning activities.
The Program Developer builds relationships with employers whose workforce needs align with the college’s degree programs and coordinates employer visits with faculty. Responsibilities also include assisting with recruitment of high school and adult students, presenting program updates to LCCC advisors, organizing program information sessions, and working directly with students.
This role supports student success by helping identify work-based learning and employment opportunities and by connecting students with resources such as resume preparation, interview training, and employability skill development. The Program Developer also assists faculty in helping students understand work-based learning program requirements and tracks employer and student engagement activities.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Project Management, Organizational Development, Manufacturing or related fields. Minimum three years’ experience within human resources, project management, organizational management or related fields with a focus on industry engagement, communications including stakeholder engagement, report development, and presentation of findings and recommendations. Must have excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, ability to work independently, be well organized and detail oriented, have good problem-solving skills, and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Must have experience with Microsoft office.
Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Human Resources, Project Management, Organizational Development, Manufacturing or related fields. Minimum five years’ experience within human resources, project management, organizational management or related fields. Demonstrated strong project management and presentation/facilitation skills.
The application file should include: cover letter, current resume, Professional Statement (if applicable); unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon employment) and contact information for 3-4 professional references. Incomplete files will not be considered. Candidate selected will be subject to appropriate background checks before hire.
About LCCC:
Established in 1963, Lorain County Community College is the first community college in Ohio with a permanent campus. For six decades, LCCC has served the diverse needs of greater Lorain County region by providing affordable access to higher education and now serves approximately 13,000 students each year in certificate, associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.
Since 1963, one in four Lorain County residents have taken classes at LCCC and more than 43,000 have earned a degree. LCCC was recently ranked in the top 10% of most affordable colleges in the nation and more than 90% of LCCC graduates live and work in Northeast Ohio. 45% of Lorain County’s high school graduates earn college credits through LCCC’s high school dual enrollment programs. LCCC also partners with more than 700 employers and offers 170 industry-recognized credentials to better prepare the workforce for the future.
LCCC is a dynamic, student-centered college intentionally designed to support individuals with balancing multiple roles on their path to college completion. 85% of LCCC students work while attending college, with majority working at least half-time. The average age of LCCC’s students is 24, and many bring life experiences that include caring for dependents, serving in the military, or completing some prior college. Over 80% of LCCC students received financial assistance through grants and scholarships, and LCCC has been nationally recognized for holistic, fully integrated services and commitment to student success.
Lorain County Community College seeks to hire and employ locally whenever possible. Employees should reside in Ohio, where they can be responsive to on-campus work requirements, and within a reasonable commuting distance of their work location.