Rural Regional Healthcare Workforce Strategist

Overview This position is a collaborative effort among Bladen Community College, Sampson Community College, and Southeast Community College and is funded through the Health Educators and Employers Aligned Local Strategies (HE2ALS) initiative. The selected candidate will be employed by one of the participating institutions and will serve the healthcare workforce development needs of the entire Sandhills Regional Partnership. Qualifications Minimum Requirements Associatedegree from a regionally accredited institution in education, healthcare, workforce development, or a related field. Minimum of five (5) years of experience in workforce development, education partnerships, healthcare systems, community colleges, or career recruitment services. Demonstrated experience leading complex, multi-institutional collaborations, and partnerships without direct supervisory authority. Strong skills in relationship management, data analysis, and strategic planning. Ability to travel extensively throughout the service region, including day, evening, and occasional weekend events. Preferred Requirements Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, healthcare, workforce development, or a related field. Familiarity with the Sandhills region and/or North Carolina's community college and healthcare landscape. Application Procedures A completed online application, resume, cover letter addressing the qualifications of the position, and unofficial transcripts must be submitted through the College's online employment system to be considered for this position. Official transcripts will be required prior to employment. This position is a collaborative effort among Bladen Community College, Sampson Community College, and Southeast Community College through the Health Educators and Employers Aligned Local Strategies (HE2ALS) initiative. Applications submitted through any participating institution may be shared with and reviewed by the HE2ALS Executive Committee as part of a collaborative regional selection process. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and screened for candidates who meet the qualifications of the position. The College reserves the right to extend, reopen, or close the posting based on applicant pool and hiring needs. Position Type Contract-based Timeline Opened June 15, 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and screened for candidates who meet the qualifications of the position. Salary Range Compensation is commensurate with grant funding provided by the HE2ALS initiative. Prefer hard copy? Application, resume and transcripts should be submitted to the Director of Personnel, Frankie Sutter. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sampson Co