Program Coordinator

Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation, an excellent benefit package and career growth opportunities? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you. Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment.

The Program Coordinator will oversee the administration and expansion of the DOD SkillBridge Internship Program within Lake County government departments. The coordinator will collaborate with transitioning active-duty service members to secure meaningful civilian work experiences within Lake County departments. This includes ensuring smooth integration, developing training plans, and guiding program completion. Additionally, the coordinator will help service members connect with employment opportunities, job search assistance, and supportive services to enhance their post-internship success.Key Responsibilities:

Program Administration:

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the DOD SkillBridge Internship Program in collaboration with Lake County departments.
• Ensure compliance with DOD guidelines and manage timely communication.
• Track program applications, placements, and outcomes.
• Maintain proper documentation of all program activities.
• Regularly communicate progress with service members, departments, and other stakeholders.

Service Member Support:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for active-duty service members interested in the program, throughout their internship, and post-internship.
• Assist service members through the application, placement, and onboarding processes.
• Provide guidance on career development, job search strategies, networking resources, and access to training and employment services.
• Facilitate mentorship opportunities for service members.
• Connect service members with employment opportunities and local businesses after internships.

Department Coordination and Internship Training Plans:

• Collaborate with Lake County departments to identify internship opportunities.
• Ensure departments provide meaningful and structured internships.
• Develop and tailor training plans that align with the skills and leadership experience of service members.
• Work with departments to create comprehensive training plans that maximize the contributions of service members.

Outreach and Recruitment:

• Build and maintain relationships with military bases and military transition programs.
• Recruit service members by creating program marketing materials and highlighting success stories, ensuring alignment with DOD guidelines.

• Occasional travel within the county to meet with departments, interns, and stakeholders.

• Direct experience working with veterans and active-duty service members.
• Familiarity with military transition programs or veterans’ services.
• Strong project management experience, particularly in designing, coordinating, and managing internships or training programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of workforce development and training services.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including program participants, department heads, military officials, service members, and other personnel.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program.  Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County!   

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, drug testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.

Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). 

Salary : $70,400