Workforce Development Specialist - Apprenticeship Pathways

Mortenson Construction; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription plans with no

Job summary

Mortenson Construction is seeking a Workforce Development Specialist II to coordinate outreach and establish partnerships with schools and technical programs. This role builds a pipeline connecting pre-apprentices to Mortenson's Apprenticeship Program and serves as a liaison to ensure curriculum alignment and smooth entry for candidates into Mortenson and the Apprenticeship Program.

The role also represents Mortenson at conferences and events, contributing to strategy and engagement to advance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience in workforce development or similar role.
• Previous construction industry experience or knowledge preferred.
• Exposure to NCCER curriculum preferred.
• Classroom training facilitation experience preferred.
• Current driver''s license required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate outreach to pre-apprenticeship programs and assist in qualifying external partner organizations.
• Build and maintain relationships with high schools, trade schools, and technical organizations, providing basic technical and program support.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Hiring Managers, and Operating Group Leadership to understand future hiring needs for project sites.
• Assist in gathering and organizing market information related to hiring trends and workforce needs across states and regions.
• Represent the company at conferences, career fairs, and outreach events to promote the Apprenticeship Program.

Skills

3+ years of relevant experience

Construction industry knowledge

Training facilitation

Driver's license

NCCER curriculum exposure

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Industrial Relations, Public Administration, Education, or related field

Job description

Mortenson Construction is seeking a Workforce Development Specialist II to coordinate outreach and establish partnerships with schools and technical programs. This role builds a pipeline connecting pre-apprentices to Mortenson's Apprenticeship Program and serves as a liaison to ensure curriculum alignment and smooth entry for candidates into Mortenson and the Apprenticeship Program.

The role also represents Mortenson at conferences and events, contributing to strategy and engagement to advance