Work-Based Learning & Career Development Coordinator

SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION: 

Coordinates the Advanced Career Training (ACT), Work Based Learning (WBL) and Off-Center Training (OCT) Programs.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Recruits qualified students for entry into the on- and off-center training programs by visiting the center trade classes.
• Meets with a screening committee to identify students to be recommended for entry in the ACT/OCT program.
• Visits off-center training programs to monitor student’s progress and attendance.
• Coordinates with Records Department for student accountability during participation in off-site activities.
• Coordinates admissions and financial aid activities for students by visiting the off-center training sites.
• Coordinates activities with testing coordinators at off-center sites.
• Coordinates with Scheduler to ensure proper student schedules for student accountability.
• Conducts group sessions with program participants to pass on necessary information.
• Manages work-based learning activities, including coordination of student transportation to off-center work sites, documentation of work-based competency achievement, and evaluations related to student/employee training.
• Ensures all testing and vocational criteria have been met prior to student’s entry into work-based learning.
• Identifies barriers to student admissions/training/placement and formulates action plans.
• Participates in employer-sponsored community activities.
• Works with Center staff, employers, organized labor and the community to establish positive off-center work-based learning sites to meet Center need.
• Plans and coordinates activities to bring together employers, educators, students, and center staff to ensure the success of the Work Based Learning program.
• Develops slots in coordination with department heads for on-Center WBL training.
• Generates work site opportunities that best match the training capabilities and needs of trainees with employers’ requirements.
• Works with the Career Services Department to monitor the coordination of center academic and vocational training, and work site learning.
• Maintains contacts with work-based learning sites to assist student adjustment to the work site.
• Assists the center in every effort necessary to achieve its OMS goals, as well as ensuring that the Zero Tolerance Policy is strictly adhered to.
• Promotes a positive work environment demonstrating career success standards and core values. 

Note:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.  Employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.  

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with management staff,  co-workers, students and community organizations 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent organization and time management skills, including program development, promotion, implementation, evaluation, recordkeeping and budget management
• Capacity to direct the work of others, set and enforce accountability
• Ability to be flexible, creative and unique with programming and program promotion
• Proficient in the use of computer software such as MSWord, Excel and Outlook, etc.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma. Associates/Bachelors degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Two years related experience

OTHER:

• Must possess valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

ADA REQUIREMENTS:

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals.  However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose an undue hardship on the company.  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

• Reading, writing and communicating fluently in English
• Hearing and speaking to express ideas and/or exchange information in person or over the telephone
• Seeing to read labels, posters, documents, PC screens, etc.
• Sitting, standing, moving about or walking for occasional or frequent periods of time
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment
• Kneeling, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching overhead
• Retrieving and storing files and supplies; occasionally carrying and/or lifting light objects 

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Campus and general office setting
• Indoor and outdoor environment
• May be required to work a flex schedule to include evenings and/or weekends