Work Based Learning Coordinator

About the Role

Plans and conducts a community relations program designed to create and maintain favorable public relations for the Center and its students. Oversees the work-based learning program in accordance with DOL, PRH, corporate, and Center requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, and markets the work-based learning (WBL) program.
• Develops and implements policies for the WBL programs that meet DOL requirements.
• Recruits, enrolls, and monitors students in the WBL programs.
• Plans and assists in the development of the work-based learning handbook, guide, or brochure.
• Conducts orientation for students identified for the work-based learning program.
• Conducts sessions with career technical education and academic instructors on trends in the workforce and training needs identified by the work-based learning site.
• Trains work-based learning supervisors on procedures.
• Monitors work sites to ensure that quality training is taking place.
• Coordinates communication of work-based learning "success stories" with local businesses.
• Promotes a home-based WBL program and helps coordinate the program.
• Works with Center's Safety Officer to ensure all work-based learning sites are safe and in compliance with OSHA standards and site visits are conducted as required.
• Ensures that all work positions are documented with a site agreement and specific agreement and that necessary signatures have been acquired.
• Ensures all documentation reflective of work-based learning assignments have been completed including, but not limited to, Training Achievement Records (TAR), periodic evaluations, and time sheets.
• Ensures student WBL hours are updated in CIS.
• Coordinates transportation of students to work sites.
• Assists in the continued implementation of the Center's Career Success Standards program.
• Works towards meeting performance standard goals.
• Follows CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily.
• Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices.
• Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), Serrato policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates and abides by Serrato Corporation's core values and operating principles.
• Models, mentors, and monitors appropriate Career Success Standards.
• Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement.
• Participates in PRH mandated staff training. Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
• Ability to effectively assist students in career choices.
• High level of communication, interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills.
• High level of ability to motivate and inspire students effectively.
• Knowledge of local career and technical education opportunities.
• Two years' experience with job development and placement.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid State Driver's License.

Benefits

• Paid Short Term / Long Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance.
• Health care insurance available (medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, HSA, and FSA).
• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Time Off.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Counseling Service Programs.