Regional Coordinator-Athens

State of Georgia; Georgia; On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Georgia's Technical College System of Georgia seeks a Regional Coordinator for Athens to support WorkSource Georgia initiatives and regional workforce development. You will develop talent pipelines, engage employers, and promote services to recruit and retain workers in high-demand industries.

You will build relationships with business and government partners, deliver presentations, and lead regional events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and two (2) years of related work experience.
• An Associate’s degree in a related field and four (4) years of related work experience.
• Must reside in the region or willing to relocate to the region at personal expense.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of WorkSource Georgia workforce recruitment programs and other services for businesses, state and regional labor market information, and external business and economic development resources available through state or local partners.
• Build and maintain meaningful and effective working relationships with local business and industry partners, economic development organizations, and state and local government partners.
• Serve as a lead point of contact for businesses in high-demand industries looking to recruit and hire Georgia workforce.
• Promote and market WorkSource Georgia services and attract new and retain existing business clients seeking recruitment services.
• Identify and attend local and regional events, conferences, trade shows (including exhibitor opportunities) to generate new business clients.
• Internally coordinate services and action plans across TCSG and OWD and collaborate with internal partners to ensure a comprehensive solution to business client needs.
• Develop and provide effective presentations and facilitate value-added workshops for specific audiences.
• Develop and implement regional promotional strategies to further WorkSource Georgia’s visibility and elevate brand awareness.
• Provide direction, support, and training to assigned Business Service Recruiter(s).
• Document activities in the internal CRM system and assist with individual and team performance reporting.
• Lead and support regional and team events for businesses, such as workshops, job fairs, and hiring events.
• Attend and participate in local and regional board meetings and activities.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Associate’s degree in related field

Job description

Job Title: Regional Coordinator-Athens

Agency: Technical College System of Georgia

Job Requisition ID: JR0000007628

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $60,000

Job Description

The position is open to all applicants that meet the minimum qualifications below. The Technical College System of Georgia’s (TCSG) Office of Workforce Development leads the State of Georgia’s workforce development system, WorkSource Georgia, and administers federal workforce development programs aimed at connecting talent to opportunity. The Regional Coordinator plays a crucial role in supporting local and regional businesses in high-demand industries by developing talent pipelines to recruit, hire, and retain Georgia’s workforce. The successful candidate will focus on assisting both existing and new Georgia businesses in expanding their workforce to promote job creation and economic growth within the region.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of WorkSource Georgia workforce recruitment programs and other services for businesses, state and regional labor market information, and external business and economic development resources available through state or local partners.
• Build and maintain meaningful and effective working relationships with local business and industry partners, economic development organizations, and state and local government partners.
• Serve as a lead point of contact for businesses in high-demand industries looking to recruit and hire Georgia workforce.
• Promote and market WorkSource Georgia services and attract new and retain existing business clients seeking recruitment services.
• Identify and attend local and regional events, conferences, trade shows (including exhibitor opportunities) to generate new business clients.
• Internally coordinate services and action plans across TCSG and OWD and collaborate with internal partners to ensure a comprehensive solution to business client needs.
• Develop and provide effective presentations and facilitate value-added workshops for specific audiences.
• Develop and implement regional promotional strategies to further WorkSource Georgia’s visibility and elevate brand awareness.
• Provide direction, support, and training to assigned Business Service Recruiter(s).
• Document activities in the internal CRM system and assist with individual and team performance reporting.
• Lead and support regional and team events for businesses, such as workshops, job fairs, and hiring events.
• Attend and participate in local and regional board meetings and activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and two (2) years of related work experience OR an Associate’s degree in a related field and four (4) years of related work experience.
• Must reside in the region or willing to relocate to the region at personal expense.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of the federal workforce development programs, such as Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA).
• Experience in state or local economic development and/or workforce development.
• Experience delivering presentations in groups.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations.
• Experience in sales, targeted outreach, or other similar areas.
• Recent experience or knowledge of local employment and training service delivery systems.
• Experience working with collaborative partners.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Time and task management skills
• Basic computer skills and ability to adapt to job‑related software programs
• Organizational skills
• Project management skills
• Superior oral and written communication skillsSkills in interpersonal relations and customer service
• Decision making and problem‑solving skills

The Technical College System of Georgia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).

All male U.S. citizens, and male aliens living in the U.S., who are ages 18 through 25, are required to register for the military draft and must present proof of Selective Service Registration upon employment.

Federal Law requires ID and eligibility verification prior to employment.

It shall be a condition of employment to submit to a background investigation. Offers of employment shall be conditional pending the result of the background investigation.

Applicants who need special assistance may request assistance by phoning [phone].

An Equal Opportunity Employer Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree *and* Two (2) years related work experience - -Note: Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.

Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.