Kellogg Empower Grant Community Recruitment Specialist

This position will be responsible for direct and authentic community engagement/outreach, providing
program support, coordination, and recruitment for GRCC’s programs and partners as defined by the
W.K. Kellogg Equitable Empowerment Through Career Pathways project. This position is responsible
for ensuring potential students understand the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for their
career choices.

Requisition ID: 822
Department: Training Solutions
Employee Group: Professional, Management, and Administration
Schedule: Full Time, Non-Exempt
Compensation: OP2 - $22.04 per hour
Benefits: Full Time
Reports to: Kellogg EMPOWER Program Manager
Posting Opens: 02/10/2025
Posting Closes: 02/24/2025

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Outreach and Recruitment

• Serve as a liaison between the selected neighborhoods of focus and the GRCC M-TEC to ensure opportunities and requirements are communicated effectively.
• Attend community events and meetings representing the grant and GRCC programs in the focus neighborhoods.
• Establish, maintain and deepen relationships with community-based and/or faith-based organizations, schools, and businesses in West Michigan to meet grant outcomes.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with grassroots leaders in the neighborhood, significantly increasing pipeline of grant participants.
• Make presentations to community groups to share information on GRCC programs and services.

Participant Connections

• Provide educational information and opportunities to Kellogg Grant participants and GRCC students.
• Provide formal learning opportunities, which includes but is not limited to:
  • A determination of participant’s career guidance and job readiness suitability for the type of training needed
  • Assist with enrolling participants in GRCC or vocational/occupational training/education.
  • Collaborate with partners to help identify and address learning barriers.
  • Provide exit assessments for the purpose of referral to appropriate agencies or departments.
  • Document and maintain individual participant and grant files.
  • Monitor overall participant performance in education and training programs.
  • Monitor/coordinate follow-up with education and training retention participants on at least a monthly basis.
  • Attend meetings as required.
  • Use and enter information into AirTable designed to track grant participants’ progress.
  • Process new referrals.
• Regular attendance during normal scheduled hours is required. Being present and active in the community is essential for serving customers and performing the foundational functions of this position.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Preferred degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Community Relations, Outreach, Counseling or Social Work.

Work Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working with community organizations, non-profits or neighborhood organizations preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ proven work experience serving adults with diverse backgrounds and/or barriers.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Relationship building
• Flexibility
• Preferred bilingual language skills.

Physical Demands

• Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and be able to provide their own transportation to meetings in the State of Michigan.
• Candidates must be able to lift 10 lbs. to transport materials to off-site meetings and events.

Working Conditions

• GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Compliance information is available on our policies website.
• Position requires some evening and weekend work to attend and participate in community activities and meetings.

BENEFITS

• Health Coverage: Six health insurance plan options, including one with no health insurance premiums.
• Time off: Enjoy substantial vacation time.
• Wellness Program: Access resources for physical and mental wellbeing, and an onsite gym membership
• Continuous Learning: Career development and educational opportunities.
• Retirement Plans: Secure your future with our retirement options, including the state retirement plan or a 401A with a 12% employer contribution.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
GRCC is only accepting online applications for this position at https://www.grcc.edu/jobs. Submit a cover letter and resume. The opportunity to apply for this position will close at the end of the day on the close date
referenced at the top of this job posting. Individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Grand Rapids Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Visa sponsorship is not available.

HIRING PROCESS

GRCC uses an Evidence Based Selection Process, where we make data driven hiring decisions to help mitigate bias throughout the hiring process. As part of this process, candidates will participate in assessments (cognitive and behavioral), reference checks and interviews.

Predictive Index Assessment (behavioral & cognitive) REQUIRED: In order to have your application considered, you must complete the assessments:

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
Grand Rapids Community College creates an inclusive learning and working environment that recognizes the
value and dignity of each person. It is the policy and practice of GRCC to provide equal educational and
employment opportunities regardless of age, race, color, religion, marital status, sex/gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, national origin, disability, political affiliation, familial status, veteran status or genetics in all programs, activities, services, employment and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment as required by state and federal law. GRCC is committed to reviewing all aspects of GRCC programs, activities, services and employment, including recruitment, selection, retention and promotion to identify and eliminate barriers in order to prevent discrimination on the basis of the listed protected characteristics. The college will not tolerate any form of retaliation against any person for bringing charges of discrimination or participating in an investigation. Further information may be obtained from the EEO Office or the Office of General Counsel, 143 Bostwick Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3295.