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Work-Based Learning and Special Program… at Alabama… · Montgomery
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Job Description
Reports directly to the Associate Dean of Career and Technical Education and performs such duties as necessary to manage and coordinate the daily operations of all work-based learning activities (Co-Op, Apprenticeships, Internships, AOA/DOL, etc.) at the College. This employee acts as a liaison among faculty, students, other employees, and employers, coordinating and facilitating work-based learning programs and serving as the central point of contact for their execution. The Coordinator will assist with special programs such as the Line Worker program and oversee the College’s Federation of Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) Program. This employee is also responsible for teaching non-credit coursework as needed. Salary Schedule: C3
Develops and implements partnerships with business and industry to provide supportive training solutions that assist with work-based learning opportunities for students.
Serves as the coordinator for the development and execution of all the college’s Work-Based Learning programs:
Develops and submits for approval work-based learning applications.
Oversees the coordination of meetings with consortium companies and apprentices.
Ensures secure filing of all required apprentice and consortium company documents.
Oversees/assists consortium companies in adhering to work-based learning required recruitment and hiring procedures.
Communicates and collects eligibility documentation with students via phone, email, and text to coordinate work-based learning activities/requirements.
Coordinate all work-based learning activities with Program Coordinators and/or Faculty.
Develops and maintains student and employer databases, tracks program participation, and complies placement reports.
Assists with marketing and promotional strategies to increase awareness of work-based learning programs.
Serve as the College’s FAME Coordinator.
Provides leadership in the implementation and coordination of the FAME Program.
Coordinates and oversees the application, acceptance, and orientation of new students, and the mentoring program within the FAME Program.
Initiates and builds partnerships with employers to develop students' opportunities for experiential endeavors.
Performs tracking and reporting of FAME activities.
Delivers presentations on the FAME program and work-based learning as needed.
Serves as the College’s apprenticeship liaison with industry and the FAME Chapter/Board, ensuring effective communication and strong, productive relationships.
Recruits new employers as apprenticeship sponsors.
Attends FAME-related training and conferences.
Assists with gathering data and preparing various reports as directed.
Assists with gathering information and grant writing as it relates to work-based learning opportunities.
Provides non-credit training in a CTE discipline and other applicable classes in coordination with Workforce Development as needed. Coordinates Line Worker and FAME activities under the leadership of the Associate Dean of Career and Technical Education.
Communicates with prospective students via phone, email, and text.
Secures applications and other documents.
Schedules and coordinates various related events, including orientation, meetings, and graduation.
Coordinates and participates in recruitment events.
Works with industry partners to facilitate involvement and assistance.
Works with public relations/marketing to advertise programs and distribute information regarding scheduled events/activities.
Works with IT web developer and program coordinators to maintain webpages for work-based learning programs, FAME, and Line Worker programs.
Works with the Associate Dean of CTE to execute Signing Day events for work-based learning programs.
Works a flexible schedule that may involve travel with some evening and weekend work as required.
Attends conferences and workshops to stay current with industry trends and best practices in work-based learning.
Serves on various college and community committees as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean of Career and Technical Education, Vice President of Instructional Services, Executive Vice President, and/or the President.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate degree or equivalent
- A minimum of three (3) years of full-time related work experience
- Credentials to teach in a CTE program at Trenholm State Community College
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Proficiency in Microsoft Applications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and manage complicated tasks.
- Ability to utilize a PC and related hardware and software including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook