Sr. Workforce Development Specialist

82684BR

Human Resources

Job Posting Description

Who We Are

At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.

About Workforce Development & Training

The Workforce Development & Training department is part of Human Resources and is focused on creating and advancing career pathways for community members, youth, and incumbent workers. We believe in building equitable access to healthcare careers and supporting individuals in achieving long-term success.

The Opportunity

This is a grant-funded position secured for a two-year period. The Sr. Workforce Development Specialist will play a key role in supporting programming that advances career pathways for diverse populations. This role is ideal for someone passionate about workforce equity, coaching, and program coordination.

This is a hybrid position that requires flexibility for both in-office and field visits. Our office is located at the Landmark Center in Boston, with field visits occurring both on and off campus.

What You'll Do

As a Sr. Workforce Development Specialist, you will:

• Recruit program participants: Follow established processes to recruit and onboard participants into workforce development programs
• Facilitate onboarding & orientation: Provide 1:1 and group support to ensure timely onboarding and deliver engaging program orientations
• Coach and support trainees: Build strong relationships with trainees, offering regular coaching to promote development, retention, successful program completion, and post-program placement
• Engage supervisors and managers: Conduct regular check-ins with trainees' supervisors to monitor progress and provide additional support as needed
• Partner communication: Maintain communication with community, educational, and internal partners, providing updates and closed-loop feedback on trainee progress. Collaborate with employer partner organizations that host trainees as part of our programming.
• Track program data: Ensure accurate and timely data collection and entry into assigned databases to support program evaluation and reporting.
• Roll your sleeves up: Take on additional assignments/projects, as needed

Who You Are

• Passionate about workforce development and committed to equity in healthcare career access
• Collaborative and team-oriented, with an appreciation for diverse perspectives
• Skilled in program coordination, logistics, and managing timelines across multiple programs
• Experienced in recruiting and engaging diverse audiences; familiarity with BrassRing ATS is a plus
• A strong coach and mentor who supports performance, development, and retention
• An effective communicator with clear, audience-tailored written and verbal skills

What You'll Gain

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals' career journeys and the healthcare workforce
• Experience working in a nationally ranked pediatric institution with a strong commitment to equity and community engagement
• A collaborative team environment that values innovation, compassion, and continuous learning

Status

Full-Time

Regular, Temporary, Per Diem

Temporary

Standard Hours per Week

40

Pay Range

$62,213.00-$99,528.00 Annual

Office/Site Location

Boston

Job Posting Category

Human Resources

Remote Eligibility

Part Remote/Hybrid