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# Director, Talent Solutions at Per Scholas

- **Company:** Per Scholas
- **Location:** Detroit, MI
- **Posted:** 2026-10-22
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-25
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/perscholashires/jobs/4723966006

## Job description

## ABOUT PER SCHOLAS:

For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting [PerScholas.org](http://perscholas.org/) and follow us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/school/perscholas/), [X](https://twitter.com/PerScholas), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/PerScholas/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/perscholas/), and [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/c/perscholas).

Per Scholas candidates must reside in one of the following states, provided the position does not carry a specific office location requirement: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA, WI.

POSITION TITLE:  Director, Talent Solutions

LOCATION: Detroit, Michigan

REPORTS TO: Managing Director

## WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Per Scholas seeks a Director of Talent Solutions to secure a pipeline of employers that will hire multiple Per Scholas graduates for relevant IT jobs and/or be willing to pay Per Scholas for each job placement in the Detroit market.  The role is a unique opportunity to raise awareness in the business and employer community about Per Scholas and to build sustainable talent pipelines between employers and our graduates.

The successful candidate will have strong experience in sales, marketing, relationship management, and business development, preferably in technology and/or staffing. Success in this role will be measured by achieving employment opportunities from 5-10 accounts, meeting the team’s monthly and yearly job attainment (80%) and revenue goals.

## WHAT YOU’LL DO :

Employer Outreach

- Develop and execute an employer business development strategy in partnership with internal and external stakeholders, connecting directly to decision-makers at the C-level, HR, and other influencers. This will include sector and occupational analysis, as well as informational interviews with existing employer partners, Per Scholas colleagues, and members of the advisory board
- Build relationships with prospective employers to identify and uncover their technology hiring needs and challenges.
- Following a solutions-based selling approach, present Per Scholas Talent Solutions products to address hiring challenges and connect our graduates to job opportunities.
- In partnership with Enterprise Talent Solutions team, support the negotiation and closing of revenue-generating opportunities that create employment pathways for PS graduates.
- Analyze new trends and opportunities within the industry that will help you develop and maintain a strong understanding of the market and our competitors
- Implement a local, enterprise-level strategy with the goal of sustainably securing 5-10 employer accounts that will each commit to 7 or more hires annually across multiple business lines, with a focus on job placements in Cybersecurity, IT Support and Healthcare IT, and other relevant employment tech career paths in the Detroit job market. This will include a full client cycle from networking and prospecting, through initial-stage relationship management, to successfully landing and fulfilling a volume job order with high employer satisfaction.
- Build professional, working, and consultative relationships with clients by developing a nuanced understanding of unique client/business needs within the industry.
- Conduct job readiness assessments on learners as a prerequisite for their graduation.
- In partnership with Per Scholas  Instructors and Professional Development Coaches, select graduates to match to employers to ensure graduates and employers have the highest success in their relationship.
- Manage accounts to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction.
- Secure job placements for 60% of Per Scholas graduates within 4 months of successful completion of technical training course.
- Secure job placements for 80% of Per Scholas graduates within 12 months of successful completion of technical training course.

People Management:

- Lead and manage a team of professional(s) within the Talent Solutions department
- Mentor and develop team member(s) to achieve their full potential.
- Ensure effective communication, collaboration, and coordination within the team.
- Provide guidance and support for career growth and professional development of team member(s).
- Foster a positive and productive team culture that aligns with Per Scholas' mission and values.

Career Advisement:

- Provide personalized guidance and support to Per Scholas learners and alumni regarding job attainment and career progression.
- Assist Per Scholas learners in identifying and planning their career paths and aligning their skills and aspirations with available opportunities.
- Offer advice on professional development opportunities, training programs, and skill enhancement to aid in career advancement.
- Collaborate with the Talent Solutions team to recommend graduates for specific job requisitions, leveraging insights into individual skills and talents.
- Conduct one-on-one sessions to address career concerns, strategize career goals, and provide ongoing support throughout their professional journey within the organization.
- Facilitate connections with relevant stakeholders, mentors, and departments to broaden career prospects and opportunities.
- In collaboration with the Manager of Professional Development, maintain accurate records of career advisement sessions and contribute to reports evaluating the success of career development initiatives.

Data Management

- Maintain real-time records in CRM (Salesforce) and active communication with clients.
- Provide feedback from employers to the Per Scholas product development team to strengthen our curriculum and services.

## WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO US:

Professional Qualifications

- 5+ years relevant experience in sales, business development, staffing, and/or recruiting industry with a proven track record of closing multiple deals leading to repeat clients,
- Experience building a pipeline of senior executives (C-Level) and operational managers with decision-making authority on hiring
- Success in leading and executing the business development process
- Strong organizational, business and professional skills
- Consultative relationship management skills to drive results with clients
- Expert business knowledge to understand the business needs that drive clients to hire Per Scholas graduates
- A deep understanding of the IT industry’s talent/workforce needs, current staffing, and future growth trends, as well as connections within the Detroit employer landscape.
- Demonstrated creativity in the development of solutions to diverse customer needs, including requirements documents, statements of work and contracts
- Track record of excellent relationships with partners and executives
- Demonstrated experience in people management, including leading and developing teams, mentoring, or supervising staff.

Personal Characteristics

- You thrive in a creative, inventive, fast-paced startup environment with people who are passionate about their work and mission
- You are data-driven, result-oriented, and a forward-looking catalyst for social change.
- You have a collaborative and flexible work style. You’re excited to work cross-functionally with other departments. Independently.
- You are an effective communicator with excellent written presentation and public speaking skills.
- You are highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with consistent follow-through.
- You are self-directed, analytical, and comfortable making decisions to adapt strategy and processes based on current conditions.
- You are tech-savvy and enjoy keeping current on trends
- You stand behind the Per Scholas mission, believing that individuals from any community should have access to well-paying career positions, and that talent should be recognized and recruited from many diverse sources.

LI#Onsite

For this role specifically, we are targeting a salary range between $70,000-$75,000

## Benefits & Perks

Per Scholas offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and overall quality of life!

Holidays & PTO: Full-Time Per Scholas team members enjoy over 40 days of paid time off each year through a mix of holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time! All employees are eligible for Holiday pay upon hire (a total of 22 holidays annually, including a week off for Independence day and a week before the New Year). Full-Time Benefits Eligible employees also receive 80 Wellness Hours to use for Sick, Safe, or Personal reasons and accrue Vacation at a rate of 8 hours at the beginning of every month, supporting rest, recharge, and work-life balance. Vacation accruals increase with tenure. Part-time employees are afforded time off on a prorated basis and in accordance with local requirements.

Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Benefit eligible employees can choose from multiple medical plans through Cigna or Kaiser Permanente (where available), with options to fit your needs. Eligible employees also have access to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that reimburses eligible out-of-pocket expenses, up to $4,000 for individuals and $8,000 for families.

Dental and Vision Insurance: Eligible employees can select from two dental plan options and a vision plan. Employees who waive medical coverage receive employer paid dental and vision premiums.

Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a current 100% employer match on contributions up to 6%, eligible employees are offered entry and full vesting after 90 days with the company.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential, 24/7 access to counseling, legal support, and financial resources for employees and their household members

Parental Leave: Eligible employees are offered up to 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave to support employees as they welcome a new child and bond with their family.

Additional Benefits & Perks: Eligible employees have access to employer-paid life and AD&D Insurance, as well as employer-paid short-term disability coverage, with the option to elect additional life coverage and long-term disability insurance. Flexible Spending accounts are available for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses. Per Scholas also offers a range of voluntary benefits, including: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services, and Pet Insurance. Additional resources include healthcare concierge support, financial wellness tools, and employee discount programs.

QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at jobs@perscholas.org. We look forward to viewing your application!

## Equal Employment Opportunity

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

[PII Policies](https://perscholas.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/PIIComments_11.9.pdf)

[Non-Discrimination Policy](https://perscholas.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/NON-DISCRIMINATIONPOLICY-10212020.pdf)

## About Per Scholas

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Per Scholas is a national nonprofit that provides tuition-free, AI-enabled technology training and career development to unlock economic mobility for individuals across the United States.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Nonprofit)
- **Headquarters**: New York City, New York, United States
- **Founded**: 1995
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Workforce development, technical education, talent solutions
- **Target customers**: Learners (individuals seeking no-cost tech training) and employers (companies hiring skilled technical talent)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: To advance economic equity through rigorous training for tech careers and connect skilled talent to leading businesses.

## Products & Services
- **No-Cost Technical Training Bootcamps**: Tuition-free, boot camp-style courses in high-demand IT roles such as AWS DevOps, AWS Machine Learning, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and infrastructure technology. Courses include hands-on instruction, professional skills development, and industry certifications. [perscholas.org](https://perscholas.org/)
- **Curriculum Solutions**: Development of technical curricula for advanced manufacturing, ERP/CRM, semiconductors, and other emerging fields. [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/perscholashires)
- **Enterprise Talent Solutions**: A service that connects employers with trained, certified graduates for entry- to mid-level tech roles, including upskilling and reskilling for current teams. [perscholas.org](https://perscholas.org/about-per-scholas/)
- **Career Accelerator & Alumni Relations (CAAR)**: Ongoing professional development, upskilling, and job placement support for alumni up to two years post-graduation. [perscholas.org](https://perscholas.org/about-per-scholas/)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (nonprofit)
- **Key Metric**: Over 35,000 graduates launched tech careers; 80%+ of graduates find full-time employment within one year; 85% graduation rate. [perscholas.org](https://perscholas.org/about-per-scholas/)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Supported by a network of funders, partners, and individual donors; more than 1,000 employers hire Per Scholas graduates. [perscholas.org](https://perscholas.org/about-per-scholas/)
- **Growth Signals**: Expanded to 25+ locations nationwide; typical alumni pre-training income $20,085 → post-training income $54,606; now celebrating 30 years of operation. [perscholas.org](https://perscholas.org/about-per-scholas/)

## Competitive Advantages
- **No-cost model**: Training is completely free for learners, removing financial barriers to tech careers.
- **Proven outcomes**: High graduation rate (85%) and strong employment placement (80%+ within one year) with significant income uplift.
- **National scale**: 25+ campuses across the U.S., enabling regional economic development and partnerships with hundreds of employers.
- **AI-embedded curriculum**: Courses are designed to include AI skills, keeping training relevant to current industry demands.

## Strategic Focus
- **Expansion**: Opening new locations (e.g., Buffalo, Newark, North Carolina, Orlando, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, San Francisco Bay, Seattle, St. Louis) to reach more learners. [perscholas.org](https://perscholas.org/)
- **Industry alignment**: Developing training programs for high-growth sectors such as semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, critical infrastructure, and data centers. [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/perscholashires)
- **Talent solutions growth**: Deepening partnerships with employers to fill technical roles and offer upskilling/reskilling services.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Mission-driven, collaborative, and supportive environment; 81% of staff say they can be their authentic self at work; 24% of staff received promotions in the last 12 months. [perscholas.org](https://perscholas.org/meet-our-people/)
- **Work policy**: Roles are available onsite, hybrid, and remote across the U.S. Remote candidates must reside in the U.S.; no employment sponsorship provided. [perscholas.org](https://perscholas.org/meet-our-people/)
- **Benefits**: 40+ paid days off in the first year (37+ days according to FAQ), medical premiums starting below $40 per paycheck, $1-for-$1 401k matching up to 6%, and other wellness support. [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/perscholashires) and [perscholas.org](https://perscholas.org/meet-our-people/)
- **Growth**: Opportunities for advancement in a growing organization; staff members report a strong sense of belonging. [perscholas.org](https://perscholas.org/meet-our-people/)

## Sources
1. [perscholas.org](https://perscholas.org/)
2. [perscholas.org - About](https://perscholas.org/about-per-scholas/)
3. [perscholas.org - Board & Staff](https://perscholas.org/about-per-scholas/board-staff/)
4. [perscholas.org - Meet Our People](https://perscholas.org/meet-our-people/)
5. [greenhouse.io - Jobs at Per Scholas](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/perscholashires)

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