Qualifications:Required:10+ years of leadership experience in workforce development, economic development, regional planning, or higher education innovationDemonstrated success in launching complex multi-stakeholder initiativesExperience building cross-sector partnerships Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skillsExceptional program management and development abilitiesStrong communication and stakeholder engagement skillsPreferred:Experience in talent attraction, regional workforce systems, or community economic development Background working with higher education institutions Experience building digital platforms or workforce data systems Knowledge of Midwest economic and demographic trendsKey Competencies:Successful candidates will demonstrate:Systems thinking Coalition building Entrepreneurial leadership Strategic marketing and communications Workforce ecosystem design Community engagement Results-oriented program managementApply Online About CarthageLocated on the shore of Lake Michigan in the thriving Chicago-Milwaukee corridor, Carthage College blends the best liberal arts traditions with desirable degree programs, transformative learning opportunities, and personal attention from dedicated faculty and staff. Working closely with regional partners, including employers, economic development organizations, municipalities, educational institutions, and community organizations, the Executive Director will start to impact the initiative by building and managing:Workforce Systems: Create a regional employment and career navigation system connecting young adults to increase social mobility across various levels of education and life experiences Data Systems: Collect comprehensive data in a developed ecosystem for both individuals who would benefit from the established system, as well as the existing opportunities in Southeastern Wisconsin, in a sophisticated and longitudinal way.