High school diploma plus six (6) years of experience working in an educational institution and/or the business community; or any combination of education and experience equal to six (6) years.
WIOA BUSINESS PRACTITIONER: Under the direction supervision of the Program Manager, performs technical and administrative duties pertaining to the operation and function of the WIOA Program.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Demonstrated ability to establish an effective working relationship with staff, postsecondary 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 judgement, tact and diplomacy in contacts with YDI employees, community residents, parents and local government agencies. Strict adherence is required to all regulations concerning confidentiality.
A background investigation to include fingerprinting will be required.
Physical is required upon hire, and may be required intermittently.
Frequent travel is required by employee. Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and proof of satisfactory car insurance is required.
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.
Through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act's youth elements of Mentoring and Work Experience, Employer Recruitment is a critical feature of the WIOA youth program. As such, businesses function as worksites supporting the mentoring and work experience elements. This position offers a direct continuous transition from education to employment and identifies advanced certifications required by an emerging generational workforce.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Not Inclusive):
Inform all business contacts about the NMWC business services and encourage utilization of the network for all hiring needs.
Search data base to job match youth exiting program with employment opportunities.
aware of services provided by the workforce system.