Classification: Exempt
Reporting Relationship: Reports to the Executive Director
Position Purpose: The Healthcare Sector Manager plays a critical role in supporting and coordinating workforce development efforts within the healthcare sector driven by area employers and population need. The position is responsible for identifying workforce needs, developing strategic initiatives, and supporting area employers in retaining and recruiting diverse staff necessary to meet area needs in Willamette Workforce Partnership’s four county region – Linn, Marion, Polk, and Yamhill. The Sector Manager thinks strategically and has a deep understanding of both the healthcare & behavioral health industry, workforce development principles, and partnership-building strategies.
Scope and Limits of Authority: Works closely with healthcare & behavioral health practitioners, employers, educational institutions, government agencies, and other stakeholders to expand healthcare business outreach. This is a non-supervisory position.
WWP is searching for a Healthcare Sector Manager who:
- Enthusiastically embraces WWP’s vision, mission and strategies
- Understands the region in which we work, and the population health needs of the area
- Thrives in a dynamic, creative and collaborative team environment
- Is resilient and adapts well to change
- Is a self-starter who takes initiative
- Works independently and takes direction when needed
- Manages and prioritizes time wisely
- Pays attention to detail and accuracy
- Is an excellent communicator
- Excels at presenting to large groups
