Coordinator, Work-Based Learning

RiseMe; Tool (TX); On-site; USD 715,000 - 856,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarrant County College (TCC) is seeking a Coordinator, Work-Based Learning to oversee the daily operations of our work-based learning initiatives within Academic Affairs. The role includes budgeting, directing outreach to employers and partners, and guiding program direction.

The position reports to campus leadership and requires a Master's degree with at least three years of related experience, plus strong customer service and collaboration skills. On-site role with regular hours.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and three (3) years' working experience related to the Essential Performance Requirements; or any equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Experience coordinating work-based learning, internships, or partnerships preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of work-based learning efforts
• Monitor budgets and lead outreach to institutions and employers
• Develop training for businesses, faculty and students on best practices in work-based learning
• Track student applications, placements and outcomes to meet program criteria
• Lead process improvements in work-based learning in collaboration with faculty and staff

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Technology proficiency

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Title: Coordinator, Work-Based Learning

Department: TR Academic Affairs

Campus Location: Trinity River Campus

Employee Classification: APT - Administrative

Position Type: FT - Regular

Grant Funded: No

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Compensation Details: Starting Pay - $70,400; Commensurate with education and experience

Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Summer hours, Monday-Thursday, 7:30 am- 6:00 pm

Remote Eligible: This position is not eligible for remote work

Job Summary

This role is responsible for providing managerial level work, overseeing daily operations of their department, program, or major process focused on academic affairs' work-based learning efforts, potentially including some non-credit instructional responsibilities. This position is also responsible for assisting in determining the direction of the department or program, monitoring program budgets, and leading institutional and community outreach.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Performance Requirements*

• Performs complex administrative and technical functions for the colleges work-based learning efforts
• Oversees daily operations, working efficiently and effectively with students, faculty, and employers
• Makes technical decisions by applying policies, regulations, and protocol
• Manages community outreach and knowledge of associated organizations as a resource
• Develops and facilitates training to educate businesses, faculty, and students in work-based learning benefits and best practices
• Tracks students (application, placement, success, failures, coaching, skills, etc.) to meet program criteria and provides other data related to the work-based learning program
• Facilitates marketing of work-based learning opportunities through advertising, presentations, and event collaborations, such as experiential learning fairs, educational events
• Monitors and updates content on the website to maintain accuracy
• Evaluates work-based learning programs, creates reports, and completes forms needed for work-based learning for students, businesses, and faculty; collaborates to make improvements as needed
• Leads work based learning processes and procedure improvements by partnering with faculty, deans, and other colleagues

Service Excellence

• Participates on behalf of the College in external community organizations and associations as assigned to support the essential performance requirements
• Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
• Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
• Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College

Supervision

• Works under the general supervision of the the assigned campus leader

*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree and three (3) years' working experience related to the Essential Performance Requirements; or any equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one (1) year's working experience in a college or university setting related to the Essential Performance Requirements
• At least one (1) year's working experience managing internships and apprenticeships
• At least one (1) year’s working experience coordinating agreements to support work-based learning, apprenticeships, internships, or employer partnerships

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of student learning outcomes (such as marketable skills achieved), and how to document
• Knowledge of best practices and guidelines for work-based learning program to meet standards
• Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonal relationships
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
• Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast-paced environment where the demands for work are varied, and unpredictable in scope and volume
• Ability to use computer applications and enterprise systems, including proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands

Physical Demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Accommodation/EEO Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.