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Apprenticeship Development Specialist

Kinexus Group · Paw Paw, MI · 1 mo ago
OTHRFull-time

About the role

The Apprenticeship Development Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting the development and implementation of apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs. This position is a key member of the Michigan Works! team, responsible for managing data, enrolling participants, and ensuring smooth relationships with local employers.

Responsibilities

  • Manages data in CRM systems for both internal and external as needed.
  • Enrolls participants in apprenticeship programs and manages their cases to achieve successful outcomes.
  • Works alongside the Business Solutions Management (BSM) team to support strategy and grow the apprenticeship service.
  • Serves as a point of contact for the internal referral process, working with the apprenticeship development coordinator and manager.
  • Collaborates with BSMs to ensure smooth relationship management with local employers.
  • Aids in developing a communication strategy for apprenticeships.
  • Participates in sector-level activities and events related to apprenticeships, such as Race to Talent.
  • Maintains accurate and timely data entry across all required systems; conducts monthly audits to ensure data integrity and compliance with program requirements.
  • Utilizes assessment tools to evaluate participant skills, interests, and abilities; assists with individualized career planning; and provides continuous monitoring and support throughout the career development process.
  • Develops and maintains a working knowledge of workforce development programs, including WIOA, Apprenticeship Building America (ABA), and other applicable funding sources as awarded.
  • Manages the full lifecycle of case management activities for participants enrolled in apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience in business, human services, workforce development, or a related field.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Passionate about serving others and the community.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to organize, prioritize, and maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to adapt to change and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Solid computer skills in Microsoft, Excel, PowerPoint, and virtual meeting platforms.

Preferred Experience

  • Two years of professional experience in business, social services, workforce development, or a related field.
  • Prior case management experience.
  • Experience applying case management principles within a project management framework.

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to lift to 25 pounds at times.
  • Willing and able to travel approximately 30% of the time between Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties.

What We Expect From You

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and analytical, with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to drive data-informed program success.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience in business, human services, workforce development, or a related field.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Passionate about serving others and the community.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to organize, prioritize, and maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to adapt to change and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Solid computer skills in Microsoft, Excel, PowerPoint, and virtual meeting platforms.

Benefits

  • A robust onboarding experience to integrate you into our team.
  • Team of Teams training in support of the organizational strategies.
  • Job training and development to ensure you are established and growing in your role.
  • Cross Operational Meetings with your peers.
  • Exceptional benefits.
  • Be a part of transformational change in Michigan.

Company Culture

We have a unique culture that requires individuals to be BOLD, INSPIRATIONAL, ENTREPRENEURIAL, and INCLUSIVE. We spend more waking hours with each other than we do with family or friends, so finding someone that adds to our culture is extremely important.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kinexus Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids, reasonable accommodations, and/or services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Michigan Relay Center: 711 Voice and TDD. Kinexus is a partner of American Job Centers.

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