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This is a startup-like function essential to Hadrian’s manufacturing platform and growth plan.\n\nCompensation / BenefitsMedical, dental, vision, and life insurance401kRelocation support may be providedFlexible vacation policy\nResponsibilitiesDevelop a framework to decide internal versus external training, and map partners by market, fit, and potentialManage a portfolio of institutional partnerships (colleges, universities, trade schools, veteran programs, etc.) and oversee high school internshipsEnsure partner programs meet Hadrian's technical and behavioral standards and integrate with internal onboardingDefine partner success metrics, run performance reviews, and use outcomes data to refine strategyOversee grant opportunities and external funding for partner programsBuild Hadrian’s reputation as a preferred partner in target communities and support long-term talent development\nKey requirements7+ years in workforce development, partner success, educational program management, or related fieldExperience managing relationships with educational institutions and negotiating durable agreementsBackground in instructional design, curriculum review, or training operations with ability to assess qualityProven track record of building or expanding a partnership functionStrong cross-functional communication between factory leadership and institutionsComfort in an evolving environment with a developing playbookBachelor’s degree in Education, Workforce Development, Business, Public Policy, or related field; advanced degree a plus; equivalent experience consideredcross-functional communicationstakeholder managementstrategic thinkinginstructional designcurriculum reviewtraining operations","company":"Hadrian","rawCompany":"hadrian","city":"Long Beach","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-09-15T03:47:14.789Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3131.00","title":"Training and Development Managers","slug":"training-and-development-managers"},{"code":"13-1151.00","title":"Training and Development Specialists","slug":"training-and-development-specialists"},{"code":"11-9151.00","title":"Social and Community Service Managers","slug":"social-and-community-service-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"611430","title":"Professional and Management Development Training","slug":"professional-and-management-development-training"},{"code":"611710","title":"Educational Support Services","slug":"educational-support-services"},{"code":"923110","title":"Administration of Education Programs","slug":"administration-of-education-programs"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Workforce Programs Manager","description":"Overview\nIn this role you design and lead Hadrian’s external training strategy, building a scalable talent pipeline through institutional partnerships. 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