Part-Time Administrative Assistant (Workforce Connectors)

Kentucky Community and Technical College System; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) is seeking a Part-Time Recruitment Assistant to support the Workforce Connectors program within Workforce Solutions. Working approximately 20–24 hours per week, the role focuses on recruiting and engaging young adults ages 18–24 and connecting them with education, training, credentialing, work-based learning, and employment opportunities.

The Recruitment Assistant will spend significant time in the community building relationships and

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to engage with young adults and partners in various settings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to travel within service area.

Responsibilities

• Actively recruit eligible young adults ages 18–24 into Workforce Connectors.
• Represent WKCTC Workforce Solutions at career fairs and events.
• Build relationships with community organizations, employers, schools, libraries.
• Develop creative strategies to engage disconnected youth.
• Follow up with prospective participants and assist enrollment.
• Support participant orientations, workshops, and program activities.
• Track recruitment activities and enrollment outcomes.
• Assist with documentation, scheduling, and reporting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Follow-up skills

Travel readiness

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Part-Time Administrative Assistant (Workforce Connectors)

Salary Range: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour, based on experience

Contract Term Length:Not Applicable

Standard Hours:up to 24 hours per week

Work Location:On-Site

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

College: West Kentucky Community & Technical College

Campus Location:West Kentucky Community & Technical College

Department: Workforce Solutions

Job Summary

West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) is seeking a motivated and community-focused Part-Time Recruitment Assistant to support the Workforce Connectors program within Workforce Solutions.

Working approximately 20–24 hours per week, this position will focus on recruiting and engaging young adults ages 18–24 and connecting them with education, training, credentialing, work-based learning, and employment opportunities. The Recruitment Assistant will spend significant time in the community building relationships, developing referral networks, participating in outreach events, and connecting prospective participants with Workforce Connectors services.

Job Duties

• Actively recruit eligible young adults ages 18–24 into Workforce Connectors.
• Conduct community outreach and represent WKCTC Workforce Solutions at career fairs, community events, resource fairs, and other recruitment opportunities.
• Build relationships with community organizations, employers, career centers, schools, libraries, and other referral partners.
• Develop creative strategies for reaching young adults who may not be connected to traditional education or workforce resources.
• Follow up with prospective participants and assist them in moving from initial interest to program enrollment.
• Support participant orientations, workshops, and other program activities.
• Track recruitment activities, referrals, participant interest, and enrollment outcomes.
• Assist with program documentation, scheduling, reporting, and other administrative needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to comfortably engage with young adults, community partners, employers, and groups in a variety of settings.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of the Workforce Solutions team.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout the program service area and participate in occasional evening or community events.
• Experience in recruitment, community outreach, workforce development, education, or working with young adults is preferred.

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Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.