Henrico County Virginia is Hiring a Work Based Learning Coordinator/Event Manager for Adult Education (2024-25 SY) Near Henrico, VA
General Statement of Duties The Adult Education Work Based Learning Coordinator/Events Manager combines and coordinates efforts of various individuals, assuring that work based learning experiences effectively and efficiently help adult students develop knowledge, skills, attitudes, and work habits to move successfully into the world of work. The WBL Coordinator will collaborate with Industry Partners, Career Development, Career Advisors, CTE Instructors, GED and ESL instructors, post-secondary institutions, students, and administrators to facilitate opportunities to learn about career options including opportunities such as job/career fairs, internships, apprenticeships, job shadows, paid-work, volunteer service and business tours. They deliver instructional and leadership services to empower adult students with related academic critical thinking, workplace readiness, Career Ready Practices, and technical skills essential to pursuing career pathways.They will also oversee the utilization of space by business partners for educational purposes. This is a 12-Month or 260- Day assignment with a July 1, 2024,start date. Essential Duties The physical demands of this assignment include the ability to sit and stand for extended periods and the ability to lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds. Professional Expectations: