Workforce Specialist (Part Time)

Primary Purpose

Support Manor ISD's mission to prepare scholars for life and careers by coordinating workforce-related programs, employer engagement, and career pathways across CTE programs. Operates collaboratively with campuses, community partners, and the Career Certification Center.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning (Before School/Planning Time)

• Assist in developing and aligning Career & Technical Education (CTE) pathways with in-demand, high-wage occupations.
• Coordinate outreach with local employers, community colleges (e.g., ACC), and workforce partners to strengthen student access to internships and certifications.
• Plan and schedule career fairs, guest speakers, site visits, and job shadowing opportunities.
• One-on-one career advising sessions for students who can only meet early.
• Coordinate job shadowing, internships, or dual enrollment schedules with local employers or colleges.
• Prep work for guest speakers, employer site visits, or career events.
• Collaborate with teachers to align career exploration activities with curriculum goals.
• Meet with counselors or admin to discuss student progress or career-readiness strategies.

Direct Student Engagement (During School Hours)

• Host classroom workshops on job readiness topics like resume writing, interview skills, and career exploration.
• Facilitate career panels or virtual guest speakers representing various industries.
• Oversee student internships, job shadowing, or work-based learning programs that occur during school hours.
• Partner with CTE (Career and Technical Education) teachers to support pathway programs with employer connections.
• Support special education transition planning by helping students with IEPs explore post-secondary work options.
• Facilitate workshops and classroom sessions on career readiness: resume writing, interview skills, industry certifications.
• Collaborate with CTE instructors to supplement programs like Health Science, IT, Automotive, and more.
• Assist students in navigating certification opportunities.

Out-of-School Programming (After School/Evenings)

• Run after-school career clubs or mentorship programs.
• Host job fairs, resume clinics, or interview prep workshops in partnership with local businesses.
• Meet with parents/families to discuss career options and pathways.
• Coordinate part-time job opportunities for students, including connections with youth employment programs.
• Develop student career portfolios or help with applications to apprenticeships, jobs, or college.
• Host drop-in career clubs, industry meetups, or resume clinics.
• Convene employer networking events or mock interviews in the evenings.
• Support families and multilingual households by sharing career pathways and opportunities.

Coordination & Data Management

• Establish partnerships with local employers, workforce boards, and community colleges.
• Secure guest speakers, mentorship programs, and experiential learning opportunities.
• Collect and track data on student placement, internships, and employment for reporting and improvement.
• Track and report on student participation, certification completion, and workforce outcomes.
• Support the Workforce Director with data for program improvement and accountability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (preferably in Education, Workforce Development, or related field).
• Experience in career advising, workforce development, or CTE coordination.
• Strong organizational skills and capacity to manage part-time workload across varied hours.
• Proficient in data tracking and community/industry collaboration.
• Familiarity with Manor ISD, and local labor market context, is a plus.