THE TPM MODEL VTPM uses a sector strategy to communicate demand-side hiring information to regional training providers. Vermont employers identify the number of job openings for each industry-critical role, both new and replacement jobs, with competencies, skills and credential requirements for each. The collective impact of collaboration signals the hiring demand for labor force engagement. The TPM process involves the following six strategies. Click on each icon for a short video. STRATEGY 1: ORGANIZE EMPLOYER COLLABORATIVES STRATEGY 2: ENGAGE IN DEMAND PLANNING STRATEGY 3: COMMUNICATE COMPETENCY & CREDENTIALING REQUIREMENTS STRATEGY 4: ANALYZE TALENT FLOWS STRATEGY 5: BUILD TALENT SUPPLY CHAIN STRATEGY 6: CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

News and Media VBR Expands its Research and Education Foundation // 2.8.21 - Read Here ] Insights for Funding Career Pathways // 1.31.21 - Read Here ] McClure Foundation Awards Grants to College and Career Education Program [VTPM is recipient // 6.12.19 - Read Here ] Talent Forward Features Vermont's Statewide Commitment to a Strong Talent Pipeline [ featuring VTPM // April 2019 - Visit Website ] "SVHC and Southern Vermont College Affiliate" [Vermont Business Magazine article featuring VTPM // 8.28.18 - Read Here ] "VT Rosie's Girls Build Grit, Skills" [Burlington Free Press article featuring VTPM // 8.13.18 - Read Here ] Ventriss Op-Ed: Employers Leading the Way to Close the Skills Gap [Vermont Business Magazine exclusive // 6.22.18 - Read Here ] Vermont Talent Pipeline Management (VTPM) Project Launches Manufacturing Industry Collaborative [Press Release // 5.4.18 - Read Here ] Tom Clavelle and Gina Cantanzarita of Engelberth Construction and VTPM Executive Director Mary Anne Sheahan Discuss Collaborating to Benefit Construction Workforce Development with WDEV's Bill Sayre [Radio Interview // 3.31.18 - Listen Here ] Craft Beer, Workforce Development Bills Move to Fore [Waterbury Record // 3.22.18 - Read Here ] Vermont Business Roundtable Hires Executive Director to Support Vermont Talent Pipeline Project [Press Release // 12.21.17 - Read Here ] Building Alliances and Career Pathways [Brattleboro Reformer // 8.30.17 - Read Here ] Roundtable Receives Grant from the J. Warren & Lois McClure Foundation to Support Vermont Talent Pipeline Management Project [Press Release // 2.9.17 - Read Here ] U.S. Chamber Foundation, USA Funds Announce Second Talent Pipeline Management Academy Cohort [Press Release // 2.9.17 - Read Here ]

Construction Industry Collaborative Read our Workforce Forecast Report Edit 2017-2019 Construction Needs Assessment Critical Jobs in Vermont Construction Carpenter / Craft Professional Site Supervisor 3. Crew Leader 4. Project Engineer 5. Estimator 6. Project Manager CAREER LADDER IN VERMONT CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY Watch video about Career Opportunities in Vermont Construction Watch the video about gaining NCCER Industry Recognized Credentials Explore Hands On Training RESOURCE PARTNERS: Associated Builders and Contractors ReSOURCE VT Agency of Education CTEs Vermont Works for Women If your company is interested in joining the VTPM's Construction Collaborative, please contact maryanne (at) vtroundtable (dot) org for more information.

Our Progress in Healthcare CASE FOR SUPPORT A Skilled Nursing Shortage The healthcare industry currently comprises 13% of Vermont’s jobs. According to Vermont Labor Market Information, healthcare employed approximately 37,625 people in the first half of 2021, up approximately 1% from calendar year 2020, yet 4% lower than the pre-pandemic levels of 2019. Vermont has recently joined the interstate nurse licensure compact, therefore any nurse licensed in a participating state is eligible to work in Vermont. This recent legislation will allow for an increased hiring pool for Vermont healthcare facilities. Since the pandemic, emergency rule flexibility has been provided by the Legislature to waive exams and fees for Vermont license and re-licensure, to expand the number of nurses who can practice in our state. Organizing the Healthcare Collaborative The Vermont Talent Pipeline’s Healthcare Collaborative is comprised of 43 Vermont hospitals, residential care, and home health organizations, which are diverse in size and geography. They initially convened in 2018 to address the shared needs for skilled talent, primarily in the field of nursing. All levels of nurses were found to be in short supply. The collaborative convened again in 2021 conducting a new needs assessment to understand the changing needs in Vermont’s healthcare industry. Traveling nurses are currently hired by even the smallest employers to meet daily care requirements. And with an aging population, we see an exponential demand for nurses with more retirements and more care needed. Participating Healthcare Collaborative employers identified seven critical jobs categories representing their greatest need for new and replacement hiring between 2021-23. VTPM forecast a demand for 6244 nursing FTEs, with related credentials, using a needs assessment survey for these critical jobs: Registered Nurses Licensed Nurse Assistants (LNA) Psychiatric Technicians Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Medical Assistants Nurse Practitioners Clinical Nurse Educators VTPM produced a report in 2018 and 2021 for Vermont’s nurse education providers, relating to the industry’s hiring demands. The reports provide both a qualitative and quantitative summary, the competencies required for short-term training in “stackable” high demand skills within education pathways. On the supply side, Vermont’s Higher Education Nursing programs identified clinical educators as the top barrier to growth. With an estimated $115M in 2021 budgeted for hospitals and residential care facilities traveling nurses (VAHHS and VHCA), tapping investments in Education for those most likely to stay and work in Vermont could produce the best return on investment. In August 2018 we learned that Vermont Technical College produces approximately 65% of all licensed skilled nurses in Vermont, and they have the best retention rates for nurses of any Vermont training provider. Not surprisingly VTC licensure candidates are mainly non-traditional students, many who benefit from VTCs 1+1+2 program (LPN, ADN, and BSN) and work while gaining their education. The barrier to educational expansion was identified as the need for clinical education instruction and placements. Next steps will rely on the healthcare community to provide clinical experiences using trained practicing nurses. Other improvements involve workplace shift supports, hiring efficiencies, career awareness and preparation activities with on-ramps for middle, high school and adult candidates. In 2021 we forecast a need for 1300 Registered Nurses in Vermont per year, while in 2019 only 293 completed RN licensing programs. In an effort to double the number of students licensed in the next several years, we’re planning for larger and more skilled nursing applicant preparation. A series of four prerequisites (available at CCV and Vermont’s Career and Technical Center with dual enrollment options), we’re improving the number and quality of applicants, and those with an additional LNA credential, too. But there’s more work to be done! Though we’re building a training pipeline with stackable credentials, only a given % of licensed nurses will remain in Vermont without a thoughtful implementation of best employment practices. Employer goals for 2021 include investing in clinical educator training and coordination with Vermont nurse educators. Additionally, we hope to layer federal apprenticeship funding to assist employers in growing their own people. Working together, we will double the number of enrolled applicants who are better prepared to attain licensure and specialty experience, thereby reducing the costs for traveling nurses and the mounting costs associated with turnover. Stackable nursing credentials provide a low-barrier on-ramp to the nursing profession, that progress with experience and education levels. Studies show a 94% retention rate for four years following apprenticeship completion. Apprenticeships invite all ages to enter a career path with training and pay within the safe, productive, high-paying field of nursing. Download Case for Support for Print

HOW VERMONT TPM WORKS VTPM invites EMPLOYERS within the same industry to form a "Collaborative." A Collaborative gains consensus on their most critical jobs - and aggregate hiring forecasts, competency and credential requirements. VTPM translates those competency and credential needs for TRAINING PROVIDERS and creates hiring incentives for attainment of credentials - like internships, guaranteed interviews, higher wagers, and scholarships for career advancement. VTPM partners with FUNDERS like Vermont Student Assistance Corporation, Department of Labor, Vermont Training Program, and Community Foundations to knit financial support for individuals, businesses and training programs that fill financial gaps for these demonstrably high-demand credentials. Employers hire work-ready EMPLOYEES for the critical positions they need, direct from the training sources - saving time and money on posting, screening, interviewing, on boarding, training and retaining for jobs.

Find Jobs and Careers Exploring Careers in Construction with P.C. Construction Company Contact: Watch Video | Apply Here Exploring Careers in Construction with Breadloaf Construction Contact: Watch Video | Apply Here Exploring Careers in Construction with DEW Construction Contact: Watch Video | Apply Here Exploring Careers in Construction with Vermont Mechanical Contact: Watch Video | Apply Here Exploring Careers in Construction with New England Air Systems Company Contact: Eric Lafayette Watch Video | Apply Here Exploring Careers in Construction with VHV Company Company Contact: Rob Ward Watch Video | Apply Here MEMBERS OF COLLABORATIVE: Breadloaf Construction Casella Construction, Inc. DEW Construction Corp. Engelberth Construction JA Morrissey, Inc. Mackin Consultants Metro Walls Neagley & Chase Construction New England Air Systems PC Construction ReArch Company SD Ireland, Inc. Spates Construction Stewart Construction Trumbull-Nelson VHV Vermont Mechanical Wright Construction

Crew Leader Vermont's Construction Training Resources THE VALUE OF INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION INDUSTRY RECOGNIZED CREDENTIALS AND CERTIFICATIONS NCCER Core Construction Certification Nationally recognized, NCCER’s credentialed course is designed for the new construction hire or laborer, to provide essential craft skills, employability with OSHA 10 safety. This 73-hour curriculum which serves both Construction and the Trades, is taught by an NCCER certified instructor. NCCER is a national certification, which requires written and performance- based assessment for each of 8 modules. NCCER Core Construction Programs are offered in more than 20 locations in Vermont, listed below. NCCER Crew Leadership Certification An NCCER credential designed to upskill the Craft Professional to the job of Crew Leader, this course is taught by a certified NCCER instructor at VHV in Winooski (available by video conference also). Please contact Becky Loucks (becky@vhv.com ) at VHV for more information or to register. NCCER Project Supervisor Certification An NCCER national credential designed for advancement of Crew Leaders, Project Engineers or Estimators to the role of Site Supervisor. Developed in direct response to the Construction Employer Collaborative need to backfill retirees, this course delivers a national NCCER Credential. It is taught by Certified NCCER Instructors in 85 hours by the following providers: Association of Builders and Contractors, VT/NH it is delivered in Modules of varying lengths. Register using this ABC VT/NH Link VHV, Winooski/White River it is delivered in 3 parts by videoconference (25-30 hrs. each). Register for by emailing Becky Loucks (becky@vhv.com ) or call 802.861.6195. The Hard Soft Skills For new or emerging supervisory roles, this is a16 hr course for new leaders offered by Vermont Technical College. It is delivered in 4 sessions, four-hour blocks. Please contact Dianne Percy (dpercy@vtc.edu or 802.236.9161) for more information. See Learning Objectives and Online Registration . OTHER INDUSTRY RECOGNIZED CREDENTIALS TAUGHT IN VERMONT NCCER Pipefitting NCCER Plumbing NCCER Carpentry Critical Job Industry Recognized Credential Training Providers Craft Professional / Trade Apprentice NCCER Core Construction + Employability skills + OSHA10 Career and Technical Education Centers Vermont Works for Women VHV Company ReSource VT Franklin County Restorative Justice Crew Leader NCCER Crew Leadership + Field Experience VHV Company, Winooski Site Supervisor NCCER Project Supervision Or Construction Management degree equivalent + Field Experience VHV Company, Winooski Construction Management, Civil Engineering degrees Vermont Technical College Norwich University University of Vermont Estimator Math or STEM-related degree Community College of Vermont Vermont Technical College Norwich University University of Vermont St Michael’s College Middlebury College Project Manager Experience + STEM related degree (same as above) FIND A TRAINING PROGRAM NEAR YOU Vermont Career and Technical Education Centers (Construction, Building & Trades) Central Vermont Technical Center, Barre Cold Hollow Career Center, Enosburg Falls Center for Technology, Essex Green Mountain Technology and Career Center, Lamoille Hartford Career and Technology Center, White River Junction Lyndon Institute for Career and Technical Education, Lyndon North Country Career Center, Newport Northwest Technical Center, St Albans Randolph Technical Career Center, Randolph River Bend Career and Technical Center, Bradford River Valley Technical Center, Springfield St Johnsbury Career and Technical Education, St Johnsbury Stafford Technical Center, Rutland Southwest Vermont Career Development Center, Bennington Windham Regional Career Center, Brattleboro Vermont Works for Women (Trailblazers) ReSOURCE VT (YouthBuild & Construction 101) Yestermorrow Design/Build School Vermont Technical College (Construction Management) Norwich University (Construction Management, Civil Engineering) University of Vermont (Civil Engineering) Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Project Engineer

Advanced Manufacturing Collaborative View Manufacturing 2021 Needs Assessment Results View Manufacturing 2018 Needs Assessment Results TOP 5 CRITICAL JOBS IN VERMONT ADVANCED MANUFACTURING Production Assembler/Operator Equipment Maintenance Technician CNC Machinist Engineer Team Leader Click for Education Resources CAREER LADDER IN ADVANCED MANUFACTURING Download Full Sized Ladder Graphic If your company is interested in joining the VTPM's Advanced Manufacturing Collaborative, please contact maryanne (at) vtroundtable (dot) org for more information.

THE BUSINESS MODEL CURRENT FUNDING VTPM’s goals involve developing and refining statewide industry collaboratives in the following sectors: Construction, Healthcare, Advanced Manufacturing, Information Technology, Tourism, and Energy by 2020. VTPM is currently staffed by the Vermont Business Roundtable with grants and donations provided by philanthropic resources and employer donations to the VBR Research and Education Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit. FUTURE FUNDING These “collaboratives” or clusters elevate the employers shared vision to fill the most critical workforce needs. The deliverables of the Talent Pipeline support career awareness, exploration and training for new and existing jobs through industry marketing and training at the secondary and post-secondary levels, and for all populations, including dislocated or disabled workers, veterans, youth and career changers. Career pathways for industry critical roles will identify on-ramps for youth and adult audiences with varying levels of education and skill. The financial sustainability of the program will involve employer collaborative contributions using a demonstrated Return on Investment model. VTPM Deliverables include: Identification of Industry Critical Roles Forecast for each critical role Common Job descriptions for critical roles across the industry Career pathways diagrams with on ramps for all education levels Connections with educators for work-based learning Return on Investment analysis for hiring and retention measurements A pipeline of skilled employees The VBR Research and Education Foundation (VBRREF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in South Burlington, Vermont, which works to ensure a continuum of high quality educational experiences to prepare children and families to be productive citizens in a global economy. The VBRREF is focusing efforts in the key area of College and Career Readiness through a collaboration between businesses and educators to develop career awareness and exploration programs for youth and all ages - to help fill Vermont’s skills gap. The Vermont Talent Pipeline Management (VTPM) project is the major initiative for this work.

Our Progress in Construction CASE FOR SUPPORT A Construction Talent Shortage At the start of 2021, the Vermont construction industry employed approximately 11,300 workers - down 11% from 2019. With the average age in construction hovering around 45, a wave of boomer retirements has begun. Add the fact that fewer young people are entering the trades, and we face a substantial talent shortage within the next 5 years. Organizing the Construction Collaborative The Vermont Talent Pipeline’s Construction Collaborative is comprised of 17 Vermont employers, diverse in size and geography, who share the need for skilled talent. In 2017, General Contractors and Subcontractors began planning for their future talent needs. With employment representation of close to 1,500 employees, of the estimated 11,300 in Vermont, there is significant upside for participation, regardless of company size. Contractors cite the top two reasons for collaborating in the Talent Pipeline as: 1. Peer sharing opportunities and 2. Influencing skill development to provide work-ready direct hires. In 2017, the original 12 employers of the Construction Collaborative identified six critical jobs representing their greatest new and replacement hiring needs. The demand for 334 FTEs, related skill and credential requirements was forecast using VTPM’s needs assessment survey webtools for these critical jobs: Carpenter / Trade Professional Project Engineer Site Superintendent Estimator Crew Leader Project Manager VTPM produced a report for Vermont’s education providers highlighting the hiring and skill demands for the industry. The report provides both qualitative and quantitative demand summaries. Competencies and industry recognized credentials (IRCs) provide both short-term training opportunities for high demand skills, and longer-term education for higher-level roles. National Transferable credentials such as NCCER’s Construction Core Essentials; and Crew Leadership; were cited as IRCs employers would recognize with guaranteed interviews, wage increases, and career advancement opportunities. IRCs save employers significant time and money, hiring direct from a training source, and reducing or eliminating the need for posting, screening, interviewing, onboarding and training. Construction employers provided feedback on existing talent sources and training providers from whom they hired their best people. The conclusions highlighted Vermont’s Career and Technical Education Centers (CTEs), Building and Trades programs, which deliver a large % of entry-level workers to the industry, and recognition of an industry standard through a consistent credential. The VTPM Collaborative worked with the Agency of Education and other non-profit training providers to develop hiring incentives for students who complete the NCCER Core Curriculum credential (National Center for Construction Education and Research), a national, transferable credential - by guaranteeing an interview and if hired, a wage above standard. Workers now enter the Construction Industry Pipeline, and advance within it, gaining knowledge from many different resources. In the 2019 school year, 145 NCCER Core Construction completers were hired into entry-level positions by Vermont employers. Of these, 30 were hired directly by members of the Construction Collaborative, the remainder, hired by other sources including home builders and trades. By partnering with the Career and Technical Education Centers and other non-profit training providers to provide work-based learning opportunities and speakers from industry, the collaborative has helped significantly increase the number of NCCER-certified hires. The promotion of current employees is also an important part of filling the skills gap left by retiring construction leaders. According to NCCER the National Center for Construction Education and Research, 30% of construction leaders will be retiring within the next 3 years. To provide succession planning, VTPM is helping to streamline costs and unpredictability of available leadership training, through shared training in cohorts. Over 70 construction employees completed construction leadership training in 2019, and 52 earned credentials in NCCER’s Crew Leadership or Project Supervision. In 2021, shared training for Construction Managers has been 50% funded by the Vermont Training Program; and virtual training modules in specialized Management operations is provided by Association of Builders and Contractors of NH/VT. But there’s more work to be done! Though we’ve built a training pipeline, only 25% of IRC completers were hired directly by collaborative members. Employer goals for 2021 include improving the direct hire rate from 25% to 50% by building stronger relationships between IRC providers and businesses, through a Exploring Construction Career Series of virtual open houses for students and work-based learning activity. In January 2020, the Collaborative produced an industry marketing video called “Exploring Careers in Vermont Construction”. The video features successful young women and men from a variety of Vermont’s construction companies. Each feature describes a training on-ramp, and the best parts of working in the industry, busting myths of the Construction past and inviting all ages to join the industry in a safe, productive, high-paying field. Download Case for Support for Print