Director of Talent Ladder

Job no : 494616

Work type : Administrative (Full Time)

Location : Indianapolis, IN

Categories : Administrative / Professional

Job Title : Director of Talent Ladder

Reporting Relationship : VP of Enterprises & Partnerships

Unit : National & Global

Department : Enterprises & Partnerships

Campus Location : Indianapolis Ed Center North, Marion, IN

Summary of Position : The Director of Talent Ladder will lead IWU's workforce and B2B-focused credentialing enterprise, driving strategic growth through innovative product development, sales execution, and partnership cultivation. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on leadership to deliver contextualized, skill-based training programs that serve both individual learners and corporate clients.

The Director will oversee dual revenue streams : individual training programs aligned with state and federal workforce funding (including Indiana's Next Level Jobs and federal workforce Pell frameworks), and customized B2B training solutions that deliver measurable ROI for business partners. Working closely with the Customer and Partner Success Manager and Director of Resource Development, this position will leverage our new AI-driven LMS to create agile, personalized training solutions that meet market demands while achieving strong enrollment, completion rates, and job placement outcomes. The role requires a strategic leader who can balance academic excellence with business agility to position Talent Ladder as the premier workforce and employee development partner.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Product Strategy and Development

Develop and execute comprehensive product roadmap for Talent Ladder's certificate and training offerings

Drive B2B sales strategy and execution for customized corporate training solutions

Build and maintain strategic partnerships with state workforce agencies, federal funding entities, and employer networks

Monitor and optimize key performance metrics including enrollment, completion rates, and job placement outcomes

Collaborate with Customer and Partner Success Manager to optimize client experience and retention

Qualifications : According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

Experience

Required Skills

Deep understanding of workforce development landscape, including state and federal funding mechanisms

Proven track record in B2B sales and business development within education or training sectors

Strategic thinking with ability to develop and execute comprehensive business plans

Exceptional relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholder groups

Experience with educational technology and learning management systems

Strong commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Indiana Wesleyan University

Willingness to travel as needed for business development and partnership activities (up to 30%)

IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement

IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Advertised : 19 Aug 2025 US Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close : 26 Oct 2025 US Eastern Daylight Time

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