Strategic Work-Based Learning & Career Development Coordinator

Education & Training Resources LLC; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Education & Training Resources LLC in Montgomery, AL is seeking a Work-Based Learning & Career Development Coordinator to supervise the ACT, WBL and OCT programs, recruit students, and coordinate admissions and financial aid at off-site training sites.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and budget management, with the ability to work with center staff, employers, educators and students. A valid driver’s license and willingness to work some evenings or weekends are expected.

Qualifications

• Two years related experience.
• Must possess valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to coordinate with centers, employers and participants.

Responsibilities

• Recruits qualified students for entry into the on- and off-center training programs by visiting the center trade classes.
• Meets with a screening committee to identify students to be recommended for entry in the ACT/OCT program.
• Visits off-center training programs to monitor student’s progress and attendance.
• Coordinates with Records Department for student accountability during participation in off-site activities.
• Coordinates admissions and financial aid activities for students by visiting the off-center training sites.
• Coordinates activities with testing coordinators at off-center sites.
• Coordinates with Scheduler to ensure proper student schedules for student accountability.
• Conducts group sessions with program participants to pass on necessary information.
• Manages work-based learning activities, including coordination of student transportation to off-center work sites, documentation of work-based competency achievement, and evaluations related to student/employee training.
• Ensures all testing and vocational criteria have been met prior to student’s entry into work-based learning.
• Identifies barriers to student admissions/training/placement and formulates action plans.
• Participates in employer-sponsored community activities.
• Works with Center staff, employers, organized labor and the community to establish positive off-center work-based learning sites to meet Center need.
• Plans and coordinates activities to bring together employers, educators, students, and center staff to ensure the success of the Work Based Learning program.
• Develops slots in coordination with department heads for on-Center WBL training.
• Generates work site opportunities that best match the training capabilities and needs of trainees with employers’ requirements.
• Works with the Career Services Department to monitor the coordination of center academic and vocational training, and work site learning.
• Maintains contacts with work-based learning sites to assist student adjustment to the work site.
• Assists the center in every effort necessary to achieve its OMS goals, as well as ensuring that the Zero Tolerance Policy is strictly adhered to.
• Promotes a positive work environment demonstrating career success standards and core values.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication skills

Organization & time mgmt

Team leadership

Program promotion

MS Office

Job description

Education & Training Resources LLC in Montgomery, AL is seeking a Work-Based Learning & Career Development Coordinator to supervise the ACT, WBL and OCT programs, recruit students, and coordinate admissions and financial aid at off-site training sites.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and budget management, with the ability to work with center staff, employers, educators and students. A valid driver’s license and willingness to work some evenings or weekends are expected.