Specialist, Workforce Development (Grant funded) (Reposted)

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College; Mission (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community college is seeking a Workforce Development Specialist to oversee high school pre-apprentices and liaise with educational and business partners. The role involves coordinating efforts to place students in internships and apprenticeships while facilitating meetings between stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree, relevant leadership experience, and skills in career development. The position offers a full-time schedule in Mission, KS with a commitment to workforce diversity.

Qualifications

• One year of educational administrative or leadership experience.
• Experience working in a school system.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and coordinate meetings with business/industry/education stakeholders.
• Develop relationships with students and families.
• Coordinate and oversee support services.

Skills

Career development experience

Experience working with high school students

Proficiency in Spanish

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Specialist, Workforce Development (Grant funded) (Reposted)

The primary purpose of this position is to oversee Asheville‑Buncombe‑Madison (ABM) Works high school pre‑apprentices and act as the liaison between educational, economic, and business/industry partners for ABM Works. The Workforce Development Specialist (WDS) will work with business and industry to determine employment needs and coordinate efforts to place student pre‑apprentices in internships and apprenticeships.

Position Summary

Full‑time, regular position. Annual schedule: 12 months. Expected work schedule: standard, Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Anticipated hours per week: 40. Work location: Asheville, NC.

Duties

• Facilitate and coordinate business/industry/education meetings, overseeing recruitment and retention of students and business partners.
• Develop relationships with students and families to guide students to success.
• Coordinate and oversee support services.
• Contribute to the College Vision, Mission, Values, and RISE statement.
• Support workforce diversity in all its aspects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree.
• One year of full‑time or equivalent educational administrative or other relevant leadership experience.
• Experience working in a school system.

Preferred Qualifications

• Career development or related experience.
• Experience working with high school students.
• Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Upload the relevant transcript that correlates to the degree requirement outlined in the minimum requirement or preferred qualifications. The transcript must show the courses taken and the degree conferred.
• If selected for hire, official sealed transcripts from an accredited institution must be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work. Transcripts outside of the United States must be accompanied by an evaluation completed by a NACES‑recognized agency and received by Human Resources at least two weeks prior to the first day of work.
• Failure to comply may result in the withdrawal of the job offer.

EEO Statement

A‑B Tech is committed to an inclusive culture that respects, supports, and values everyone. The College prohibits discrimination based on race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, medical history, age, veteran/military status, or any characteristic or condition protected by law.

Contact

For questions, email [e-mail] or visit the Human Resources department at the Sunnicrest House (340 Victoria Road, Asheville, NC 28801). Office hours: Monday‑Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.