Hiring: Partner Engagement Specialist - PA area Company: Dwyer Workforce Development Location: Chester, PA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 14:25:07 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : Program Management, Salesforce About the job Experience: •3+ years of experience in community engagement, outreach, workforce development, or related field. Required Skills: •The Partner Engagement Specialist (PES) is responsible for executing community and partner engagement strategies that generate Scholar pipelines, connect individuals to critical support services, and advance DWD’s mission at the local level. •Serving as a key connector between Scholars, partners, and internal teams, this role plays a critical part in ensuring engagement efforts result in meaningful participation, support, and outcomes for Dwyer Scholars. •Community Partnership Development & Engagement •Identify, vet and cultivate and manage relationships with communitybased organizations, nonprofits, referral partners, faith communities, senior care and other healthcare providers. •Identify opportunities and represent DWD at community events, meetings, conferences, and resource fairs (virtual and inperson). •Build and maintain a strong network of partners that support Scholar success and program growth. •Serve as a visible and engaged representative of DWD within the community. •Scholar Pipeline Development & Outreach Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Public Affairs, Communications, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience). •Minimum of 3+ years of experience in community engagement, outreach, workforce development, or related field. •Demonstrated ability to build and manage partnerships and community relationships. •Strong communication and presentation skills, including public speaking. •Strong organizational, problemsolving, and timemanagement skills. •Demonstrated capacity to work independently in a remote or hybrid environment. •High degree of judgment, discretion, and accountability. •Demonstrated capacity to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends. •Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with diverse populations. •Willingness and ability to travel within the current and future DWD footprint as needed. Compensation: •$70,000 - $85,000 / year •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) •Health, dental, and vision insurance Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!