Career Connect Growth and Impact Leader
Quick answer
Year Up United is hiring a senior executive to lead the Career Connect Growth and Impact Leader role, focusing on building and scaling a new business unit to expand workforce solutions. The position is based in Connecticut, Indiana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, South Carolina, or Virginia, with a competitive salary range of $270,000 - $300,000.
- Role
- Career Connect Growth and Impact Leader
- Organization
- Year Up United
- Location
- Connecticut, Indiana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, South Carolina, Virginia, or an approved proximate state
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $270,000 - $300,000
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Career Connect Growth and Impact Leader will serve as the executive leader responsible for building, launching, and scaling Year Up United's Career Connect business. Reporting directly to the CEO, this leader will have full accountability for creating a sustainable workforce solution that expands Year Up United's impact into new high-growth industries and employment pathways.
What you'll do
- Serve as the executive leader of Career Connect with full accountability for strategy, execution, revenue generation, and operational outcomes
- Build and scale Career Connect as a distinct business unit focused on delivering employer-funded workforce solutions
- Lead all employer growth and revenue generation efforts for Career Connect
- Lead dedicated teams focused on solution design and delivery
- Partner closely with Learning Experience (LEX) leaders to design and test student experiences, skill development pathways, assessments, and career readiness models
- Partner with Enrollment, Placement Success, Revenue Operations, Central Program Delivery, and other teams to leverage organizational capabilities while maintaining clear accountability for Career Connect outcomes
What it takes
- 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in business development, workforce development, talent solutions, staffing, consulting, operations, or related fields
- Proven success building and scaling new business lines, products, workforce solutions, or venture-stage initiatives
- Strong employer partnership development and consultative sales experience
- Experience designing and implementing innovative workforce, talent, education, or employment solutions
- Demonstrated ability to operate successfully in ambiguous, fast-changing environments requiring rapid iteration and learning
- Strong financial and operational management capabilities
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive healthcare options and dental coverage; 401(k) match for eligible participants; Earn three weeks paid vacation in first year of employment; four weeks after initial year
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Connecticut, Indiana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, South Carolina, or Virginia, or an approved proximate state.
What is the compensation range?
The salary range is $270,000 - $300,000.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 15+ years of progressive leadership experience, proven success in building and scaling new business lines, strong employer partnership development experience, and financial and operational management capabilities.
How do I apply?
Please submit a thoughtful cover letter and resume through the organization's website. No phone calls are accepted.
Is the role remote?
The role is hybrid, with employees expected to work on-site at least two days per week.
How to apply
Apply directly on Year Up United's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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