What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vocational Training Coordinator position at Goodwill Industries of the Olympic and Rainier...?
Our vision is that every person has the opportunity to learn, work, and thrive in all aspects of life.
To achieve our vision, we are committed to dismantling racism and advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion so we can help people reach their fullest potential through our education, job placement, and career pathway services. We do our work with great gratitude for the community donations, purchases, and partnerships that make our mission possible.
Position Summary: The Vocational Training Coordinator will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining relationships with area businesses and associations to facilitate career pathways for program participants. They will case-manage, teach elements of the established curriculum, and focus on fostering connections to enable job placements, post-secondary education, or apprenticeship opportunities
Hourly Rate: $26.54 - $28.85 per hour
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The Vocational Training Coordinator responsibilities Includes the following and other duties as assigned:
Industry and Employer Partnerships:
- Establish and nurture Employer Advisor relationships with local employers, industries, and workforce development agencies to create training and job placement opportunities.
- Collaborate with partners to understand the specific skill requirements and job opportunities within the community to assist students entering the workforce.
Program Training and Coordination:
- Provide job readiness training and support for students, including resume building, interview preparation, and job search guidance.
- Ensure training and classroom management are consistent with the policies and procedures of the Vocational School.
- Collaborate with trainers and instructors to maintain an effective curriculum that aligns with industry standards and market demands.
- Monitor student progress, attendance, and performance, and implement interventions as necessary to ensure successful program completion.
Student Outreach and Enrollment:
- Conduct outreach efforts to identify and recruit potential students with a priority for low-income communities of color.
- Assist students in the enrollment process, providing guidance and support to ensure a smooth transition into training programs.
Student Support and Navigation:
- Develop and maintain relationships with students to provide support and navigation to coaching and support services.
- Identify and address barriers that may hinder student success, offering solutions and resources to overcome obstacles.
Job Placement and Program Recordkeeping:
- Match graduates with appropriate job opportunities to ensure successful job placements.
- Track student progress and enter data into program specific database to monitor progress and success of students and program.
Mission Advancement:
- Oversee the opportunity to provide internships, job shadows and volunteer engagement.
- Contribute to the organization's strategic mission and goals.
- Evaluate and ensure continued improvement toward mission/program success.
Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements:
- Associates Degree or 2 – 4 years' equivalent experience required.
- Experience working with low-income communities and communities of color.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Understanding of vocational training programs and education systems.
- Ability to identify and address barriers to education and employment.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- Experience in partnership development and networking.
- Knowledge of local labor market trends and employment opportunities.
- Familiarity with educational support services and resources.
- Demonstrate cultural competence; specifically, awareness, attitude, knowledge, willingness and skills to work effectively with a culturally and demographically diverse population
- Exceptional analytical, judgment, decision-making and communications skills
- Superior coaching, leadership and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build understanding and consensus
We Have You Covered! Benefits Offered:
- Medical, Vision, and Dental (M/V/D) insurance coverage for employees.
- We provide coverage for you, with a portion of the employee premium paid by Goodwill.
- Dependent coverage is available, with the cost being the responsibility of the employee
- Accident & Life insurance options to ensure financial protection.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Vacation (1-4 Years: 80 hours annually)
- 10 paid Holidays annually
- 8 days prorated sick leave annually
- Access to Childcare Benefits through Upwards
- Parental leave covered by sick/vacation hours
- All employees receive merchandise discounts
- We strongly believe in promoting from within, and have multiple avenues for career growth
Supervisory Responsibilities: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Cultural Competency: Ability to work in a diverse organization. Ability to work on a team and willingness to roll up one's sleeves to get the job done.
Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret hard data and metrics. Ability to write creatively and articulately with an emphasis on tact and diplomacy. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and average. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra when working on spreadsheets. Ability to create and manage departmental budget.
Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office products, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Other Skills and Abilities: Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of Vocational Training Coordinator III
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Washington State Driver's License required
Other Qualifications: Self-motivated; resourceful, creative; high integrity; problem solver; looks to resolve issues; positive can-do approach; and ability to build effective working relationships.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear and type. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Goodwill gladly considers requests for accommodation and, if the requested accommodation is reasonable, will make such reasonable accommodations as will enable an otherwise qualified person with a disability to perform the essential functions of this position.
At Goodwill, we welcome people with diverse backgrounds, including persons with disabilities or other disadvantages. In fact, a substantial portion of our employees have a disability and/or economic disadvantage, and we strongly encourage such persons to apply.
This organization participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a service that verifies authorization to work in the U.S. through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Department of Social Security (SSA). For further information on E-Verify contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.
Salary : $27 - $29
