DOL TAP Facilitator (Part-time) - Fort Benning, GA

Join our team to assist and prepare ~200,000 service members who separate annually from the United States Military begin a new life chapter as a civilian. The Department of Labor (DOL) Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) program requires contractor services to support these transitioning Servicemembers through its highly successful Transition Assistance Program (TAP) that is offered world-wide to conduct job assistance workshops, employment counseling, as well as connection to approved government and non-government partners. Our team ensures servicemembers and their families have the necessary career tools and information to seamlessly transition into the civilian workforce.

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Facilitator with prior experience teaching and/or instructing military personnel transitioning to civilian professional and vocational occupations.

• Guide transitioning military service members in identifying goals along with recognizing any employment or education gaps.
• Provide transitioning service members (Active, Reserve, National Guard), family members, and veterans a comprehensive understanding of preparing for civilian employment, job searching, job application processes, networking, technical training opportunities, and credentialing.
• Assist in preparing for civilian employment and participation in technical programs and schools.
• Conduct small and large group instruction on the job search process.
• Deliver standardized curriculum via in-person or virtual classrooms.
• Complete administrative tasks in a timely manner to include travel expense and classroom reports.

Facilitators will be assigned to a location within a hub that has designated satellite locations. Travel will be reimbursed for any facilitation assignment greater than 50 miles from the facilitator’s assigned location. 80 hours of paid comprehensive initial training is provided and expected to be completed within the first month of employment. Part-time facilitators’ schedules can vary weekly, generally working 2–3 days consecutively.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma and 3 years of experience as a professional trainer, facilitator, and/or classroom instructor OR an Associate’s degree.
• Experience as a classroom instructor.
• Understanding of private and public sector employment processes.
• Knowledge of the workplace, jobs, and requirements for entry into those jobs.
• Ability to provide standardized training to groups with up to 50 participants.
• Familiarity with MS Windows and Office.
• Excellent communication skills with Military clients and Government representatives.
• Comfortable instructing and speaking in front of a group, observant of others, and able to professionally engage with a diverse audience.
• May require extended hours, including weekdays, weekends, and some holidays.
• Excellent time management skills, able to work independently and follow directions.
• Must respond to emergent facilitation assignments.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.
• Must meet country-specific employment requirements.

Military Veterans and Spouses are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract.
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Employee Assistance Plan.

Pay

Salary range: The range for this position is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.