CTE Outreach Specialist (Grant Funded)

Employee Classification: Clerical & Secretarial | Institution: TCAT-Jackson | Department: Grants & Institutional Advancement | Campus Location: TCAT Jackson

About the Role

Conduct outreach and relationship-building with counselors, CTE directors, principals, superintendents, and other K-12 leadership to strengthen awareness of CTE programs and pathway opportunities. Support secondary-to-postsecondary transition planning by coordinating communication, resources, and alignment efforts among K-12 partners, postsecondary staff, and workforce stakeholders. The CTE Specialist's Perkins V Reserve-funded activities will be limited to Career and Technical Education programs that have approved Early Postsecondary Opportunities (EPSOs) and are included in the approved Perkins V Reserve project. The position will not provide Perkins-funded services to programs that are not Perkins-eligible under the scope of this project.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with school and district leaders to identify opportunities for improved alignment between student interests, program offerings, dual enrollment pathways, and career preparation options.
• Coordinate and support work-based learning partnerships, including internships, job shadowing, cooperative education, and other employer-connected experiences that align with CTE pathways.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen the connection between secondary CTE dual enrollment and postsecondary programs of study.
• Assist in identifying emerging labor market trends, workforce needs, and program alignment opportunities through Perkins-related research, outreach, and collaboration.
• Support outreach activities, campus visits, tours, workshops, and information sessions for school personnel and partners to promote career and technical education pathways.
• Collaborate with campus leadership and community partners to expand access, improve recruitment, and support the development of sustainable secondary-to-postsecondary CTE pipelines.
• Maintain records, contacts, and coordination efforts related to outreach, pathway development, and work-based learning activities.

Requirements

• Requires a technical diploma.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree preferred.
• Three years of experience working in a post-secondary institution preferred.

Skills

• Evidence of excellent communication and computer skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Possess organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Exceptional customer service skills.