Executive Director, Employer Education
FT - Full-Time
$60,678 - $75,848
Turn Market Insights Into Workforce Impact as a Market & Program Analyst at CWI!
Are you passionate about using data to shape programs that meet real workforce needs? The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is seeking a Market & Program Analyst to support the Professional and Custom Training (PACT) team by analyzing labor market trends, evaluating program effectiveness, and translating insights into actionable strategies.
In this role, you’ll combine data analysis, program evaluation, and operational support to help ensure workforce development programs remain responsive, impactful, and aligned with employer and student needs.
Why Join CWI?
CWI’s Workforce Development and PACT initiatives are designed to meet the evolving needs of Idaho’s employers and learners. As a Market & Program Analyst, you’ll play a key role in shaping program strategy—identifying emerging opportunities, improving outcomes, and helping scale innovative training solutions that drive economic and career growth.
This position is grant‑funded, and continued employment is contingent upon ongoing grant funding.
Benefits:
CWI offers one of the most affordable and comprehensive benefits packages in higher education, including:
Premium healthcare plans
11%+ employer retirement contributions
Tuition discounts
Generous personal leave
Professional development opportunities
Market Analysis & Strategic Insight:
Conduct labor market and industry research to identify workforce trends, skill gaps, and emerging opportunities
Analyze economic and industry data to inform employer education and workforce development strategies
Forecast training needs and provide recommendations to refine, expand, or pivot program offerings
Share insights that support data‑informed decision‑making for current and future learning investments
Program Evaluation & Continuous Improvement:
Evaluate effectiveness of workforce training programs using performance data, learner feedback, and outcomes analysis
Identify areas for improvement and recommend enhancements to increase program impact and scalability
Connect survey data, market insights, and operational outcomes to support strategic planning and prioritization
Support continuous improvement efforts across employer‑focused learning initiatives
Data Systems, Reporting & Operations:
Manage and optimize CRM workflows and reporting processes to support program delivery and tracking
Develop and maintain systems for collecting program feedback from students, employers, and stakeholders
Partner with data and analytics teams to build dashboards and reporting tools that communicate program performance
Ensure data accuracy and consistency across systems used for workforce development programs
Reporting & Cross‑Functional Collaboration:
Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations that translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
Collaborate with internal teams, employers, and community partners to align programming with workforce needs
Support grant reporting and compliance by maintaining accurate data and documenting program outcomes
Communicate findings effectively to both technical and non‑technical audiences
What We’re Looking For:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Data Science, or a related field
Five (5) years of relevant experience in market analysis, program evaluation, workforce development, or a related field
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets
Experience using data tools such as Excel, Power BI, SQL, or Tableau
Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to translate data into actionable insights
Experience supporting strategic decision‑making through analysis and recommendations
Most positions at CWI are in-person and based on campus. While some roles may allow up to two remote workdays per week, eligibility for remote work is determined on a case-by-case basis at the hiring manager's discretion. All candidates must reside within, or be willing to relocate to, a reasonable commuting distance from CWI. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.