CAREER NAVIGATOR:  Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager.  Develop and coordinate Integrated Education Training (IET) projects in collaboration with training providers, employers, and workforce development programs. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in the social sciences field of study and one (1) years’ experience in workforce development and/or a combination of education and/or experience equal to five (5) years.

A demonstrated ability to establish an effective working relationship with staff, post- secondary institutions, businesses, and other agencies.

Plan and implement effective program procedures and recognize and assure a high degree of quality and efficiency in program service delivery.

Ability to exercise judgement and discretion in interpreting department policy.

Must have good written and oral communication skills.

Must be able to use discretion in all facets of work-related situations.

Ability to perform all work rapidly and accurately, meeting all deadlines when applicable.

 JOB CHARACTERISTICS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This is a professional position, which requires organizational and communication skills, as well as judgment, tact, and diplomacy in contacts with YDI employees, community residents, parents, and local government agencies.  Strict adherence is required to all regulations concerning confidentiality. 

Good general health.  Background investigation to include fingerprinting will be required.  Physical is required upon hire and may be required intermittently. 

Frequent travel is required.  Must have valid driver’s license and proof of satisfactory car insurance.

Youth Development, Inc. is an at-will employer.  Employment is by mutual consent of the company and employee, and either may terminate the relationship at any time with or without cause or advance notice.  This job is contingent upon funding; however, availability of funding is not a guarantee of continued employment, nor does it imply any specific term of employment.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES  & RESPONSIBILITIES   (Not Inclusive):

·        Develop and coordinate Integrated Education Training (IET) projects in collaboration with training providers, employers, and workforce development programs.

·       Research local labor market information for demand and emerging occupations to guide and inform appropriate IET projects.

·       Initiate Memorandum of Understandings (MOUs) with project partners to identify roles and agreements.

·       Identify students for IET projects and complete enrollment/registration paperwork.

·       Monitor student progress while participating in the IET project and attend to any needs.

·       Generate monthly reports of participant engagement, progress, and outcomes.

·       Partner with the WIOA Youth and Adult programs and the local workforce center for employment opportunities and employer engagement.

·       Prepare a job board or resource book of available employment opportunities for participants.

·       Assist students with applying for available jobs by completing applications and/or updating resumes.

·       Attending job fairs to gather employment opportunities for students and develop partnerships with employers.

·       Counsels’ students, parents, and guardians for the purpose of enhancing student success in school.

·       Develops a variety of special programs (e.g., career day, financial aid workshops, etc.) for the purpose of providing information to assist students in the successful transition from high school to career, training and/or continuing education.

·       Monitors students' progress for the purpose of identifying issues and taking appropriate action for increasing student success.

·       Prepares applications for students (e.g., scholarships, college, financial aid, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring completion of application processes within designated time frames.

·       Research program eligibility requirements (e.g., financial aid, college eligibility, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date, accurate counsel to students.

·       Other job-related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT:

I have read, understand, and can comply with the listed requirements.