Workforce & Talent Development Manager, Wilson Works
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Workforce & Talent Development Manager, Wilson Works
Joint Economic & Community Development Board of Wilson County, Tennessee
Lebanon, Tennessee (Greater Nashville Area)
Date:
December 12, 2025
A program of the Joint Economic & Community Development Board (JECDB) of Wilson County, Wilson Works plays a vital role in business retention and expansion efforts as Wilson County, Tennessee’s county-wide talent and workforce development program, serving Lebanon, Mt. Juliet, Watertown and all of Wilson County.
The Workforce & Talent Development Manager will lead initiatives that connect area talent to employers, educators, and workforce agencies to strengthen the county’s talent pipeline. This individual will build partnerships; develop and implement strategic workforce programs; initiate and maintain interactions with local employers, education and workforce training partners; identify and secure resources to advance Wilson County’s workforce landscape in alignment with the needs of local employers;
leverage available technology resources and platforms to optimize program efficiency and impact; and serve as a key member of the JECDB Team and a meaningful contributor to the organization’s mission to enhance the community’s economic well-being & overall quality of life. The JECDB is seeking a self-starting, team-oriented, natural collaborator and strategic doer that is passionate about serving our community by developing and advancing career pathways and connecting available talent to local employers.
Functions
- Develop and implement workforce program policies
, ensuring alignment with employer, educator and community needs. - Collaborate with employers, educational institutions, and community leaders to identify workforce needs and implement strategic solutions.
- Assess and communicate program effectiveness by collecting data, tracking program impacts, engaging stakeholders, and optimizing initiatives to improve outcomes.
- Lead grant identification, development and administration
, including planning, securing, monitoring, and program resource generation through sponsor ships and grant funding. - Foster public-private partnerships by developing and maintaining strong relationships with local employers and workforce program investors.
- Plan, promote, convene and facilitate regular meetings of Wilson Works Employer Council and sector-specific Employer Resource Groups.
- Guide workforce development strategies tailored to high-growth, high-demand or high-wage occupations in Wilson County.
- Support rapid response efforts for workforce transitions and economic shifts.
- Serve as a liaison between local employers, Wilson County Schools, Lebanon Special School District, Chambers of Commerce, economic development agencies, workforce training partners and local elected officials.
- Lead or support the development of media and marketing collateral in collaboration with colleagues and partners.
- Assist with workforce and employer services
, including potential for supervision and oversight, as needed and requested. - Safeguard sensitive information and maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the role.
- Leverage modern technology to advance institutional knowledge and information, and to enhance program impact sand efficiency
- Knowledge of Wilson County’s economic, workforce, and civic landscape or the ability to quickly develop such expertise.
- Strong leadership skills with experience in strategic planning, partnership development, program implementation, program management, and program sustainability.
- Exceptional communication skills, including written, electronic, public speaking, meeting facilitation, and stakeholder engagement.
- Relevant experience in workforce development, economic development, education, human resources, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, iOS-compatible environments, and web-based applications.
- Ability to establish and maintain data collection systems, analyze workforce trends, and prepare technical reports.
- Ability and willingness to pursue and secure program investment from relevant partners and funding sources.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively,…
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