In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Experience in customer service, focused on sales and marketing, public communication to groups of 10 or more, and research (report writing, data collection, analysis of information from different sources, planning and scheduling, and critical thinking/analysis).
Basic principles of sales and marketing to “sell” California employers on the concept of apprenticeship. Aware of the importance of strategic thinking and the willingness to learn departmental strengths, opportunities, and objectives for short- and long-term business plans.
Exceptional writing skills to prepare high-profile communications, comprehensive reports, and summaries. Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, Adobe Acrobat, and basic office equipment, including photocopiers, staplers, and paper shredders. Takes ownership and accountability of personal work contributions and self-development. Anticipates future challenges and opportunities and acts to either mitigate or capitalize on them. Establishes priorities when goals or due dates conflict. Ensures assignments align with organizational metrics.
Demonstrates commitment to the organization's vision, mission, and values by maintaining regular and consistent organizational messaging. Excellent communication (presentation skills) to promote outreach to potential partners. Translates objectives into specific measurable metrics and articulates the approach necessary to achieve outcomes. Encourages the process of change and transition while helping others manage with their effects.
Ability to interpret and use the California Labor Code, California Code of Regulations, and current, past, and proposed legislation. Willingness to learn all aspects of apprenticeship, including national trends, employer-driven needs, and the current apprenticeship climate in California. Makes timely, informed decisions that consider the facts, objectives, and risks associated with the issue at hand. Able to discern broader implications that may affect the unit and how contributions affect their environment. Ability to communicate a clear picture of the short- and long-term vision and can relate current efforts to that vision.
Ability to recognize complex environments and situations to discern the broader implications that affect the unit and how their contributions can impact the environment. Ability to create an environment that promotes teamwork, respect, and collaboration to resolve issues.
