Work-Based Learning & Business Comm. Liaison

Management & Training Corporation; Astoria (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional development

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation operates Tongue Point Job Corps Center in Astoria, OR, and seeks a Work-Based Learning (WBL) Specialist to connect education with employment and develop industry partnerships.

You will promote student placement, coordinate councils, and lead community outreach to support Job Corps' mission. A bachelor’s degree and related experience are preferred, with strong communications and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or education and one year related experience preferred.
• Directly related experience and/or training may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements.
• Experience with youth, excellent written and verbal communications skills and computer proficiency required.
• Valid driver’s license in state of residence with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with local employers for work-based learning and job placements.
• Lead the Workforce Council, Center Industry Council and Community Relations Council (CRC) to align training programs with labor market needs.
• CRC meetings are intended to educate and inform community members about the Job Corps program and Tongue Point Job Corps Center to increase community understanding of and support for the Center.
• Act as center spokesperson at public events, giving tours, and managing media/publicity to enhance community awareness.
• Help students secure internships, jobs, apprenticeships, or enrollment in higher education, and prepare them for post-center placement.
• Plan and manage student volunteer activities and community service projects to build a positive community presence.
• Maintain accurate records of community service hours, update social media, and submit progress reports to the Center Director and regional offices.

Skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Computer literacy

Youth experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services or education

Job description

Job Description

Wage - $23.76 per hour

Schedule – Full Time, 8hr shifts, Monday – Friday

Our Staff Also Enjoy These Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, prescription drug and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development assistance
• Career advancement opportunities

MTC is proud to operate the Tongue Point Job Corps Center in Astoria, OR where our staff provide quality services to our local youth. We value our professional and caring employees who are dedicated to improving people’s lives and we want YOU to join our team!

What you will be doing: You’ll be responsible for Work-Based Learning (WBL) connects education with employment and allows our students to explore career opportunities and develop important employability skills. A Business Community Liaison (BCL) for Job Corps serves as the primary link between the center, employers, and the community to foster partnerships, secure training/job placements, and enhance public image. Key duties include managing Industry Councils, organizing work-based learning, promoting student placement, and coordinating community outreach initiatives to support Job Corps' mission.

The WBL/BCL Specialist is a unique opportunity to network, establish and advocate for Job Corps community connectedness to benefit and enrich the lives of our student program participants. We’re looking for an individual to work closely with our Center in our shared goal to open the door for employment possibilities for young adults.

Key Responsibilities And Duties

• Industry & Business Partnership Development: Develop and maintain relationships with local employers, unions, and apprenticeship programs to create work-based learning and job placement opportunities for students.
• Council Coordination: Lead the Workforce Council, Center Industry Council and Community Relations Council (CRC) to align training programs with labor market needs.
• CRC meetings are intended to educate and inform community members about the Job Corps program and Tongue Point Job Corps Center to increase community understanding of and support for the Center. Tongue Point Job Corps Center holds quarterly CRC meetings.
• Community Outreach & Public Relations: Act as the center spokesperson, representing Job Corps at public events, giving tours, and managing media/publicity to enhance community awareness.
• Student Career Support: Leverage community partnerships to assist students in securing internships, jobs, apprenticeship programs, or enrollment in higher education, and prepare them for post-center placement.
• Community Service & Projects: Initiate, plan, and manage student volunteer activities and community service projects to build a positive community presence.
• Reporting & Administration: Maintain accurate records of community service hours, update social media, and submit progress reports to the Center Director and regional offices.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or education and one year related experience preferred.
• Directly related experience and/or training may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements.
• Experience with youth, excellent written and verbal communications skills and computer proficiency required.
• Valid driver’s license in state of residence with an acceptable driving record.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process.