Part-Time Program & Workforce Readiness Specialist

Goodwill-Industries-of-South-Mississipp; Ocean Springs (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of South Mississippi is seeking a Part Time Program Support Specialist - Pre ETS Instructor in Ocean Springs, MS. The role delivers structured employment readiness training to adults and diverse learners, coordinating with program managers to ensure successful outcomes.

The Specialist maintains participant records, completes progress reports, and supports curriculum development while traveling to partner sites to engage youth and adults in workforce programs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent required; 3–5 years related experience preferred.
• Experience in educational practice, workforce development, or adult training is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Delivers workforce development, retail skills, digital literacy, customer service, and employment readiness training.
• Oversees daily participant activities and tracks progress against individualized plans.
• Completes bi-weekly progress reports and maintains participant records with compliance.
• Travels to retail stores, schools, and community locations to deliver services and recruit participants.
• Represents Goodwill Industries of South Mississippi at community events and partnerships.

Skills

Communication proficiency

Drive results

Initiative

Customer focus

Technical knowledge

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Train/supervise

Education

Associate degree or equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Goodwill Industries of South Mississippi is seeking a Part Time Program Support Specialist - Pre ETS Instructor in Ocean Springs, MS. The role delivers structured employment readiness training to adults and diverse learners, coordinating with program managers to ensure successful outcomes.

The Specialist maintains participant records, completes progress reports, and supports curriculum development while traveling to partner sites to engage youth and adults in workforce programs.