Worker Retraining Coordinator

South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) seeks a highly motivated and qualified individual for the Worker Retraining Coordinator position to support the Workforce Education department.  

South Puget Sound Community College is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its professional staff. A firm understanding of anti racist policy development coupled with the skills to eliminate barriers that harm underrepresented people is a college requirement. The students that we serve come from a variety of backgrounds. On average, 43% of SPSCC students are people of color. We strongly encourage members of the underrepresented groups, veterans, and bi- or multi-lingual individuals to apply for this position to help meet the needs of our diverse students and service district. 

And if that isn't enough?  We also offer:

• A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs
• Fine dining in the Percival Room, offering vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices as part of our Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts programs
• The Clipper Coffee Corner serving Batdorf & Bronson coffee and a selection of delicious food items from our baking/culinary students
• A brand new Health & Wellness Center
• FREE Bus service every 15 minutes to downtown Olympia and beyond
• FREE parking on our campuses – permits are not required
• On-campus child care
• Percival Creek which runs beneath our campus footbridge, provides year-round beauty and views of Chinook, Coho, and chum salmon pass through each fall
• Many walking paths that are marked and on nicely paved sidewalks
• SPSCC promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events on campus
• Lots of activities with our Artist & Lecture series, which are FREE for staff and faculty
• Many community events in the Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)that offer an opportunity for SPSCC employees to gather and connect around issues that define them personally, and which affect their work at the College and their professional development. Current Employee Resource Groups include:
  • Staff and Faculty of Color (SFOC) ERG - an employee network that strives to create an intentional and relational foundation for community and trust building across different groups through shared values.
  • The LGBTQIA ERG creates a space for LGBTQIA staff and faculty at the college to share resources, build support and community, and work towards greater equity and accessibility. 

This position reports directly to the Associate Dean for Workforce Education.

Tasks include: 

• Function as point-of-contact for Worker Retraining by resolving problems, responding to routine inquiries, and addressing student needs.
• Maintain regular contact with WorkSource and related agencies regarding Worker Retraining-eligible students.
• Collaborate with Student Services and other offices on campus to identify potential Worker Retraining students and determine their eligibility.
• Provide outreach to inform students about Worker Retraining, in collaboration with Student Services. Outreach will include visiting classes (day, evening, and weekend), and tabling at both college and community events.
• Advise and support students in completing worker retraining or general workforce funding applications and acquiring necessary documentation.
• Provide academic advising to Worker Retraining students in their first quarter at SPSCC and provide a soft handoff to program educational planner after the first quarter.
• Send eligible student information to Financial Aid for appropriate coding and connect students with Financial Aid if support is needed.
• Collect, file, and maintain applications and necessary documentation from eligible students.
• Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating application and intake procedures.
• Monitor progress of eligible Worker Retraining students throughout their educational experience at SPSCC and notify students of any changes to their eligibility status.
• Assist workforce administrator in ensuring adherence to state guidelines for Worker Retraining.
• Train college staff on Worker Retraining process and requirements as needed.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Essential knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position

• Approach all work with an equity lens, seeking opportunities to remove barriers and create an inclusive, welcoming environment for all students.
• Commitment to the mission of SPSCC.
• Manage projects and collaborative relationships.
• Provide excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to speak in front of a group.
• Possess experience and intermediate skills with MS Office applications.
• Have strong organizational skills, including maintaining organized records and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration, prioritize multiple tasks, and maintain student confidentiality.
• Able to work occasional evenings and weekends and able to travel locally.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree plus one year of experience in advising, educating, or assisting adults from diverse backgrounds in career exploration or similar activities.

Applications must be completed online and include the following attachments:

1. Cover letter addressed to the Screening Committee highlighting your ability to perform the responsibilities and competencies described in the job posting.
2. Current resume/CV showing all educational and professional experience which demonstrates how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications.
3.  Unofficial transcripts 

South Puget Sound Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator

South Puget Sound Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). SPSCC provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, Samantha Dotson, Executive Human Resource Officer /Title IX Coordinator, 360-596-5361,ssoto@spscc.edu, Building 25, Room 220, 2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia, WA 98512;  South Puget Sound Community College is a smoke-free/drug free environment.

Salary : $65,000 - $70,000