ASSISTANT COORDINATOR OF EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS

State of careers Rhode Island; United States; On-site; USD 76,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Labor and Training in Rhode Island seeks an Assistant Coordinator of Employment and Training Programs (Non-Union Executive Branch). You will assist in coordinating statewide employment and training initiatives and supervise program operations to ensure alignment with state and federal requirements.

Responsibilities include evaluating program effectiveness, liaising with federal and local offices, developing training materials, and guiding staff in data reporting, policy

Qualifications

• Knowledge of employment and training programs and staff development.
• Experience with program evaluation and data analysis.
• Ability to write management reports and procedural manuals.

Responsibilities

• Review federal guidance affecting local operations.
• Liaise with USDOL and local offices on data and reports.
• Develop staff training programs and materials.
• Assist in installation and operation of online systems.
• Monitor compliance with laws and policies.

Skills

Employment programs knowledge

Staff training

Data analysis

Policy implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration or related field

Tools

Word

Excel

MIS systems

Job description

Department

Department of Labor And Training

Division

Project/Program Management

Salary

$76,277.00 - $86,268.00

Job Profile

JC-02588500-99 - Assistant Coordinator of Employment and Training Programs (Non-Union Executive Branch)

Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours

Monday - Friday; 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM.

Position is within the DLT/Workforce Development Services.

Non-Standard 35.0 hours.

Restricted/Limited to the leave of the prior incumbent.

Job Requisition Number

JR104163 ASSISTANT COORDINATOR OF EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS (Open)

Pay Grade

C00129 A

Classification

Assistant Coordinator of Employment and Training Programs

Class Definition

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES : To assist in the coordination of statewide special purpose employment and training programs; to plan, develop, implement and evaluate specific employment service programs; and to do related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Works under general supervision with some latitude to exercise independent judgement; work is reviewed upon completion to ensure compliance with instructions and established policies and procedures.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED : As required, may plan, assign and review the work of technical and clerical support staff; exercises functional supervision of specified employment and training programs.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

• To review program letters and related information from the federal government to determine the effects of federal mandates on local operations.
• To assist in the dissemination of instructions, procedures and information pertinent to specific employment service programs such as: employer services; Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA) and counseling; services to the handicapped, veterans, minorities, economically disadvantaged, rural residents, migrant and seasonal farm workers, youth, and older workers; The National Job Bank; occupational analysis; industrial services or other programs designed to place people in jobs or training programs.
• To liaison between data processing and local employment service offices incorporating the use of computer systems in the day-to-day functions of local offices; to implement and supervise the installation and operation of on-line computer systems in local employment service offices.
• To liaison between United States Department of Labor (USDOL) field service representatives and local offices for the purpose of securing data, validating reports and making studies to be used by management for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of various employment service programs.
• To assist in the development and conduct of training programs to insure staff is knowledgeable of new methods and procedures applied to the provision of employment and training services.
• As assigned, to prepare informational and instructional manuals and other materials for use in the administration of special employment service programs statewide.
• To provide technical advice to staff engaged in the administration of special purpose programs in local offices and/or other locations.
• To review local employment service records with the intent to monitor and evaluate adherence to laws and policies.
• To do related work as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A working knowledge of the Department’s employment and training programs; a working knowledge of methods, procedures and techniques applied to the delivery of employment and training services such as employment testing and advising, occupational training, job analysis, farm and migrant worker placement, and special services to minorities, women, youth, veterans, older workers and other identified groups; a working knowledge of computer systems and applications; skill in writing management reports and procedural manuals; the ability to plan, develop and implement procedures to govern staff activity; ability to assess program effectiveness through the analysis of a variety of data; the ability to conduct brief training programs; the ability to assess and make recommendations for improvements of methods, procedures and techniques for effective utilization of personnel; and related capacities and abilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a college of recognized standing with a specialization in business, public or personnel management, or a closely related field; and

Experience: Such as may have been gained through: employment in a position which has provided specialized knowledge of employment and training programs, staff training, service program development, and office computer systems;

Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Supplemental Information

This position would assist in the administration and oversight of the state Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL) under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, ensuring that training provider applications are reviewed and processed in a timely manner, reviewing and collecting associated ETPL application and eligibility documentation, providing technical assistance to prospective and current training providers on state ETPL requirements, supporting collection and tracking of training provider quarterly performance submissions, assisting with Management Information System access and program review processes, facilitating provider updates and/or modifications so information remains accurate and current, and ensuring applicable provider and program requirements are consistently communicated and enforced.

Benefits

For information regarding thebenefits available to State of RhodeIsland employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits’ website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.

Also, be advised thata new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.