Senior Technical Assistance Consultant, Higher Education – Workforce Reentry
North Carolina, United States of America
Full Time
2 hours ago
$120,000 - $150,000 USD
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About this role
Role Overview
- Lead cross-sector technical assistance efforts that strengthen alignment between postsecondary education institutions, workforce systems, and reentry programs to expand access to career pathways and work-based learning opportunities for people impacted by the criminal legal system and other underserved populations.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on higher education in prison (HEP), including program design, implementation, and development of tools and resources to support effective delivery.
- Conduct policy and program analysis to inform improvements in postsecondary and workforce reentry systems, including evaluation of funding streams, field needs, service delivery models, and institutional practices.
- Translate research into actionable tools and guidance, producing briefs, toolkits, and training materials that help practitioners implement evidence-based strategies for career readiness and reentry success.
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and professional growth.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities with federal, state, and foundation clients.
Requirements
- Ph.D. with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree with a minimum of 7 years; or Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 9 years of experience in a related field.
- Experience delivering TA to public agencies, nonprofits, or community-based organizations.
- Prior experience in a mission-driven, nonprofit, philanthropic, or academic setting.
- Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects or federal/state technical assistance contracts and leading cross-functional teams.
- Established networks in the field and a willingness to cultivate relationships on behalf of AIR.
- Familiarity with federal funding streams and policy frameworks related to Pell reinstatement, WIOA, Perkins V, and Second Chance Pell.
Benefits
- AIR’s Total Rewards Program designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission.