Community Relations & Workforce Development Manager - Texas

Contribute. Grow. Lead...with OxyChem. Looking for a challenge? Desire to achieve your true potential? OxyChem is a growing, action‑oriented, safety‑driven chemical manufacturing company continually striving to be the best in the business while staying focused on environmental protection. The secret to our success has and will continue to be our people. OxyChem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading producer of essential chemistry with operations in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. OxyChem’s products play an essential role in everyday life, supporting critical applications in water treatment, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, personal hygiene, and residential and commercial construction. OxyChem actively participates in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program, underscoring our commitment to safety. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, OxyChem is a top three U.S. manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride, chlor‑alkali and chlorinated organic chemicals, and calcium chloride. In a fast‑paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well‑being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities. Community Relations and Workforce Development Manager Responsibilities Develop and implement a comprehensive community relations strategy that supports OxyChem’s community engagement and sector‑based workforce development goals. Build and maintain strong partnerships with community organizations, educational institutions, workforce boards, and local government agencies. Lead workforce development strategy for Texas to attract and retain top, diverse talent in the region for both exempt and non‑exempt positions. Coordinate community engagement activities such as informational sessions, career awareness events, plant tours, and participation in local initiatives. Serve as a primary liaison between OxyChem and community stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication and alignment on shared objectives. Support philanthropic initiatives by identifying community investment opportunities that advance workforce development, STEM education, and economic mobility. Gather, analyze, and report community feedback to inform continuous improvement of workforce development programs. Track and communicate the impact of community engagement and workforce initiatives to internal leadership and external partners. Collaborate with OxyChem Texas facilities to ensure community engagement efforts align with company values, operational needs, and long‑term talent pipeline goals. Promote and coordinate employee volunteerism to strengthen OxyChem’s presence and relationships within local communities. Represent OxyChem at community meetings, conferences, and public events to enhance visibility and reinforce the company’s commitment to local development. Monitor community trends, workforce needs, and local economic conditions to inform strategic planning and partnership development. Ensure all community relations activities reflect OxyChem’s commitment to safety, inclusion, and responsible corporate citizenship. Building Local Partnerships: Cultivate strong relationships with community‑based organizations, educational institutions, workforce boards, and civic leaders to align local needs with OxyChem’s workforce initiatives. Community Engagement & Visibility: Develop and execute engagement plans—such as community forums, informational sessions, plant tours, and participation in local events—to increase awareness of career pathways in chemical manufacturing and highlight OxyChem’s commitment to community prosperity. Stakeholder Communication: Serve as a liaison between OxyChem and community stakeholders by maintaining open, transparent communication channels that support collaboration, address concerns, and reinforce shared goals. Philanthropic Alignment: Coordinate community investment efforts to ensure philanthropic contributions support workforce development, STEM education, and economic mobility initiatives that directly benefit local residents. Feedback & Impact Measurement: Establish mechanisms to gather community feedback, assess program effectiveness, and report on outcomes to internal and external partners, ensuring continuous improvement and accountability. Employee Volunteerism & Engagement: Encourage and organize employee participation in community programs that reinforce OxyChem’s values and strengthen our presence as a committed community partner. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field. At least 7 years of professional experience. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for diverse audiences. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams at both manufacturing sites and in our corporate office, including executive leadership. Ability to travel up to 25% within the first year of employment and as needed thereafter. Fraud Statement It has come to our attention that various individuals and/or organizations are contacting people falsely pretending to recruit on behalf of OxyChem. Please be aware that these recruiting scams and communications do not originate, nor are they associated with our recruitment process. All OxyChem job postings and offers will require a completed application through our company website. OxyChem does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruiting process. We will never: Ask you to pay for applications, interviews, meetings, processing, training, or any other fees. 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