Apprenticeship Specialist

Marshall University; South Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall University in South Charleston, WV, seeks an Apprenticeship Specialist to support clients in pursuing training, certifications, apprenticeships, and academic degrees aligned with their career goals.

As part of the MAMC Workforce Development Team, you will help plan, customize, and implement skills programs for individuals, schools, and businesses, with occasional travel to engage partners and deliver outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience in a high-performance, collaborative environment; strong program management and complex project handling.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; travel required.

Responsibilities

• Support program clients in obtaining training, certifications, and apprenticeships that align with career goals.
• Plan, customize, and implement skills programs, apprenticeships, and pre-apprenticeships with the Workforce Development Team.
• Travel as needed and collaborate with schools and businesses to deliver in-demand training.

Skills

Program management

Teamwork

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

AV equipment

Job description

The Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center (MAMC), formerly called RCBI, is accepting resumes for an Apprenticeship Specialist. The MAMC Apprenticeship Specialist is responsible for supporting program clients in obtaining training, industry-recognized certifications, apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship opportunities, and academic degrees that best align with their career goals.

The position is part of MAMC's Workforce Development Team and reports directly to the Apprenticeship Unit Director. The position will work primarily out of the South Charleston facilities with some travel required. As part of the MAMC Workforce Development Team, the team member will work closely with the team to plan, customize, and implement skills programs, apprenticeships, and pre-apprenticeships for individuals, schools, and businesses for in-demand training opportunities.

Required Education: Bachelor's degree is required.

Required Experience: Success and experience working in a high-performance, collaborative peer group environment; strong program management skills and the ability to manage complex, multifaceted projects. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook and use of audiovisual equipment required. Ability to travel required.

Preferred: Past experience with apprenticeship or pre-apprenticeship programs. Experience with federal grants, Salesforce, or database systems is a plus. 3 years of experience in a team management role is preferred.

Salary Range: $60,000-$70,000, commensurate with education and experience.