Business Liaison

To advance the college's mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

The Business Liaison serves as a college advocate that connects area businesses and industries to Kirkwood's employer-related services and programs, including, but not limited to, contracted training and services, funding, workforce development and advisory groups. This position will lead to the identification of prospective clients, facilitation of needs assessments, development of proposals, and growth of client relationships.

The typical work schedule for this position will be Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence.

• Call on business, industry and agencies to promote Kirkwood Training Services.
• Conduct needs analysis, write proposals, and serve as an access point for employer-related services and programs.
• Partner with subject matter experts to create customized contracted training programs and services.
• Utilize department tools, formulas, benchmarks to evaluate and meet or exceed department and division goals.
• Become familiar with other industry service providers, professional organizations and local development groups to create cooperative partnerships.
• Perform other related work duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and logically, both orally and in writing.
• Represent the college in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve.
• Demonstrate proactive communication and coordination across teams to ensure project goals and deadlines are met.
• Work collaboratively and independently to make decisions, manage multiple priorities and identify solutions.
• Maintain strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant %) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing.

• Completion of Bachelor's degree in Sales, Education or Business Management and minimum 3 years related experience, OR Pursuit of Bachelor's degree in Sales, Education or Business Management and minimum 5 years related experience.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

• Driver's license required

EEO/AA STATEMENT:

It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, ,, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO , Telephone: FAX: , TDD

WHY KIRKWOOD:

Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.