Job Description:
Salary: $48,000-50,000/year
Work-Based Learning Coordinator
Do you have a passion for making a difference in someone’s life? Are you looking for an opportunity to use your skills, experience, and empathetic nature to work for a progressive, forward-thinking, and family-owned company where creativity is encouraged? Are you goal-driven? Then the Work-Based Learning Coordinator position is for you! We are seeking a dynamic and team-oriented individual to join our spirited team.
As a Work-Based Learning Coordinator, you will support business relationships for training opportunities with local area employers aligned with industry sectors, particularly as they pertain to On-the-Job Training (OJT)and Paid Work Experience (PWE) and coordinating activities that promote career pathways for participants.
Successful Elements
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Introduce employers to American Job Center (AJC) services and available training programs during initial employer visits, promote OJT and PWE opportunities and incentives
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Develop career opportunities for participants in partnership with the Career Advisors
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Develop a network for potential business leads and reconnect employers who no longer utilize services
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Act as an ambassador and concierge to the business community, developing and maintaining relationships with Chambers of Commerce, Economic Development, and other business-oriented groups
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Coordinate OJT/PWE contracts and conduct follow-up and ongoing check-ins with participants
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Close out participant records upon successful employment placement
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Work with employers and conduct reverse referrals
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Develop and distribute outreach materials in collaboration with AJC partners
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Support the AJC with hiring events
Education and Experience Requirements
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High school diploma required; associate degree or some college preferred
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Strong presentation, sales, and marketing skills, including the ability to present to large groups
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Demonstrated telephone, computer, written, and verbal communication skills
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Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
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Ability to work effectively in a team environment while maintaining flexibility to meet contract and operational needs
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Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
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Regional travel required
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Able to work fully onsite, fully virtual, or in a hybrid environment
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Clean driving record, valid Driver’s License, and reliable vehicle required
Bring your expertise to EDSI where you will be able to live our values every day: Show Up, Smile and Support!
EDSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
