Workforce Development Manager Jobs

Workforce Development Manager jobs are open across nonprofits, healthcare systems, government agencies, corporations, and community colleges, at every level from program coordinator to director, with specializations in training design, career pathways, and grant-funded workforce programs. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles260+
Top stateNew York
Top employerIntuit
Top cityBuffalo, NY
Work type48% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Mgr Case, Adult Workforce Academic Program Support
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Mgr Case, Adult Workforce Academic Program Support
School District of Palm Beach County, Florida
Palm Springs, Florida
Higher Education
Research & Academia
Teaching & Instruction
Military encouraged

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Program Specialist - Workforce Development: YAWL
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Program Specialist - Workforce Development: YAWL
Community Youth Center of San Francisco
San Francisco, California
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$26 - $30/hr
Bachelor's degree

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Training & Workforce Development Specialist
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Training & Workforce Development Specialist
The Well NE
Norfolk, Nebraska
Corporate Training
Learning & Development
Teaching & Instruction
Bachelor's degree in communications

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Director of Workforce Development
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Director of Workforce Development
Silverstone Memory Care
Appleton, Wisconsin
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
On-Site
Associate's degree

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Workforce Development Program Manager
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Workforce Development Program Manager
UMass Memorial Health
Worcester, Massachusetts
Account Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$77k.2 - $139k.41/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in health sciences
10,000+

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Workforce Development Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Intuit16
  • Harrisburg Area Community College16
  • D'Youville University5
  • COPE Health Solutions4
  • County College Of Morris4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in workforce development manager jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in education, human resources, public administration, or a related field
  • Experience designing and managing workforce training or career development programs
  • Knowledge of WIOA, workforce system funding streams, and labor market data
  • Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with employers, community organizations, and agencies
  • Strong data reporting skills and experience tracking program outcomes and performance metrics
  • Proficiency with applicant tracking systems, learning management systems, or case management software

Tips for Your Workforce Development Manager Job Search

Align your resume to funding sources

Many workforce development manager roles are tied to federal grants like WIOA or SNAP E&T. Call out any grant-funded programs you've managed, the funding sources by name, and the populations you served. Generic training experience won't stand out here.

Highlight measurable program outcomes

Employers want to see placement rates, credential attainment numbers, and employer partnership counts, not just program descriptions. Quantify every outcome you can. If you improved a placement rate or launched a new career pathway, put that front and center on your resume.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists workforce development manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by sector and funder

Workforce development manager roles in community colleges, American Job Centers, hospital systems, and corporate L&D teams have different day-to-day realities and hiring criteria. Search by industry and employer type, not just job title, so you're applying to environments that match your background.

Prepare a case study for your interview

Interviewers in this field almost always ask you to walk through a program you built or turned around. Have one detailed example ready: the problem, the population, the partners you engaged, and the outcome. Walk through it in under four minutes without notes.

Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary

Before accepting an offer, clarify whether the role controls its own budget, has authority to hire trainers, and reports to someone who understands workforce systems. A strong title with no budget authority or cross-agency partnerships limits your impact and your resume's next chapter.

Workforce Development Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most workforce development managers?

Intuit, Harrisburg Area Community College, and D'Youville University are hiring the most workforce development managers right now, with openings concentrated in New York, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially active at community colleges, healthcare networks, and regional workforce development boards.

How many workforce development manager jobs are remote?

About 52% of workforce development manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies significantly by employer type. Grant administration, curriculum development, and program coordination sub-functions tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles that require on-site employer engagement or direct participant services are more often in-person.

How do you become a workforce development manager?

Most workforce development managers start in direct service roles such as career counselor, job developer, or training coordinator, building familiarity with workforce systems, employer relationships, and program reporting. From there, moving into a program supervisor or coordinator role gives you budget and staff management experience. Earning familiarity with WIOA funding structures and gaining experience managing grants or partner contracts accelerates the path to manager-level roles.

Can you get hired as a workforce development manager with little experience?

Entry into workforce development management is realistic if you have direct service experience in adjacent roles like case management, adult education, or HR, even without a formal manager title. Employers in the nonprofit and public sectors often promote internally or hire candidates who demonstrate strong community knowledge, data reporting skills, and experience coordinating multi-partner programs over those with traditional management credentials alone.

What does the workforce development manager interview process look like?

Most hiring processes include an initial screening call with HR or a program director, followed by a panel interview with cross-functional stakeholders such as program staff, finance leads, or community partners. You'll typically be asked to walk through a program you've managed and present on a workforce challenge or strategy. Some employers include a written exercise or a case study presentation in a final round.

Where can I find and apply to workforce development manager jobs?

You can find and apply to workforce development manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search by location, sector, or experience level to find roles that match your background, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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