Wagner-Peyser Coordinator

Lamar State College-Port Arthur; Port Acres (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar State College-Port Arthur is looking for a Wagner-Peyser Coordinator responsible for assisting students in enrolling in training programs. This full-time grant-funded position focuses on student engagement, job interviews, and progress monitoring.

The ideal candidate must possess a high school diploma and general office experience, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• General office experience is preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Interview and assess students for participation in training.
• Monitor student progress and intervene as necessary.
• Collect data on admissions and student employment.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Customer service

Office management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ellucian Banner

Job description

Lamar State College Port Arthur is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including and as it pertains to pregnancy and wages), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, and/or retaliation.

If you have questions, please email [e-mail] or call 409-984-6560.

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Job Summary

The Wagner-Peyser Coordinator has responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, assisting students in enrolling in appropriate trainings programs. This position is also responsible for assisting with admissions processes, collecting student success data, collecting follow‑up employment, and assisting students in securing post‑graduation employment. This is a full‑time, two (2) year, grant‑funded position, that reports to the Executive Director of Workforce Development and Continuing Education Department.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Interview and assess students for participation in grant related training
• Refer potential students to the Texas Workforce Commission when interest fail to match the training program
• Refer students to other training programs as needed, including ESL, GED, and supplemental training skills training
• Monitor student performance and provide monthly updates to representing agencies
• Interact with students throughout training periods
• Familiarize graduating students with job opportunities in their respective training fields and assist with job interviews
• Work closely with partners and area employers to assess the need of skills for which students are trained
• Monitor student progress, retention, and outcomes; implement interventions to support student success
• Monitor student employment following graduation
• Collect data regarding admissions, completions, and employment and submit reports as required
• Comply with campus policies and procedures
• Other related duties, as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• General office experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Ellucian Banner
• Customer service experience
• Experience in project and office management
• Experience working at a two‑year college

Supplemental Information

Physical Requirements: This position requires employees to remain in a stationary position most of the time; move to various locations on campus; move about inside an office to access documents, office equipment, etc.; and operate a computer or other office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine.

Social Requirements: This position is student facing and requires extensive social contact. Employees must be prepared to work closely with students, work closely with employers (both in person and by phone), be active in job fairs and recruiting fairs, and to present program related materials in public venues.

Lamar State College Port Arthur is an E‑Verify Employer.

This position is security‑sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Click here for the Security Sensitive Release Form located at the bottom of the page.