Workforce Development and Outreach Specialist

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ASTM provides an excellent compensation and benefits package including:    

        • Undergraduate and Graduate Tuition Reimbursement

        • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance

        • Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave

        • 403(b) plan with company match

        • 100% company-funded defined benefits pension plan

Summary of Position

The U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has awarded $15 million to establish a Standardization Center of Excellence (SCoE) supporting U.S. engagement in international standardization for Critical and Emerging Technologies (CETs). Led by ASTM International, the SCoE will drive collaboration between industry, government, and academia to accelerate CET standardization, aligning with the U.S. Government National Standards Strategy for Critical and Emerging Technologies (USG NSSCET) and broader U.S. standardization goals. Learn more from here.

The Workforce Development and Outreach Specialist will lead initiatives focused on building a pipeline of professionals engaged in standardization. This role is responsible for leveraging or developing training programs, establishing partnerships with educational institutions, and increasing participation in standardization efforts, particularly among underrepresented groups such as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The ideal candidate will have experience in workforce training, outreach, and program development within technical or engineering fields.

Key Responsibilities:

Workforce Development Initiatives:

• Develop and implement workforce training programs focused on standardization and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with universities, technical colleges, and industry partners to integrate standardization into STEM education.
• Design certification programs to provide credentials in standardization and regulatory practices.
• Track workforce trends and identify skills gaps to ensure training programs remain relevant.

Industry and Community Outreach:

• Build strategic partnerships with industry groups, government agencies, and workforce organizations to promote participation in standardization.
• Develop outreach initiatives to encourage engagement from SMEs and emerging technology sectors.
• Organize workshops, webinars, and networking events to promote awareness of standardization opportunities.
• Represent the SCoE at industry conferences and public forums.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:

• Serve as a liaison between industry, academia, and government agencies to support workforce development efforts.
• Communicate the benefits of standardization to new audiences, including students, professionals, and corporate partners.
• Develop outreach materials, including brochures, presentations, and online content, to promote workforce initiatives.

Program Coordination & Evaluation:

        •    Oversee workforce development program implementation, tracking progress and measuring impact.

        •    Conduct needs assessments and analyze data to enhance workforce training programs.

        •    Ensure compliance with grant requirements and reporting obligations.

        •    Maintain detailed program documentation and reporting for internal and external stakeholders.

Please note some travel will be required for this position (approximately 15-20%).

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, Workforce Development, Business, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in workforce development, training, or outreach program management.
• Experience working with industry stakeholders, government programs, or educational institutions.
• Familiarity with standardization processes and regulatory frameworks is a plus.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to develop educational materials and training programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience in public speaking and stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and digital learning platforms.
• Ability to analyze workforce trends and develop data-driven strategies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with workforce funding initiatives, grants, or public-private partnerships.
• Knowledge of technical education and training programs.
• Familiarity with standardization processes, including ASTM, ISO, IEC, and other standard bodies.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities.
• Experience working with CETs and related ecosystems.

This job description is not intended to provide an all-inclusive listing of related job activities.  Associates may be requested by management to perform other related activities in place of or in addition to those representative activities noted in this job description.

ASTM International is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Disable/Veteran