Apprenticeship & Work-Based Learning Coordinator

Title: Apprenticeship & Work-Based Learning Coordinator

Agency: Paul D. Camp Community College

Location: Franklin (City) - 620

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range: 65000-70000

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

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Job Description:

Paul D. Camp Community College is a small 2-year college in Southeast Virginia. Campuses are located in Franklin and Suffolk. There also is a center in Smithfield. The college offers associate degrees, certificates, and career studies certificates In transfer and career/technical programs; credit and non-credit workforce services and training for businesses and industries; special interest classes for the community; and summer classes for youth through the Regional Workforce Development Center. A dual enrollment program for high school students, online courses, and developmental studies classes are available at the college as well.

The Apprenticeship Coordinator plays a vital role in apprenticeship program support and growth in the region. This position involves promoting and expanding apprenticeship initiatives by collaborating with employers, academic Deans, and Workforce Development Directors. Key responsibilities include:

• Employer Engagement: Act as the main contact for employers, supporting them in program development and registration processes.
• Outreach: Conduct targeted outreach to both potential apprentices and employers to connect them with educational services related to apprenticeship-related instruction (ARI).
• Program Support: Provide technical and administrative support across all areas of ARI, ensuring smooth communication and record-keeping.
• Collaboration: Work closely with college faculty and staff to coordinate ARI scheduling and delivery.
• Research and Evaluation: Conduct research on best practices and regional workforce needs to inform program expansion and improvement.
• Customer Service: Ensure exceptional service to employer partners, facilitating institutional processes with minimal hassle.

By actively engaging with both candidates and employers, the Coordinator contributes significantly to the growth and success of apprenticeship opportunities in the region.

• Ability to effectively manage projects from concept development through program implementation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, anticipate and meet deadlines, and respond to changing priorities.
• Ability to conduct research, draw sound conclusions, and report findings.
• Proven ability to work as a team player appropriately exhibiting a positive attitude.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a diverse public including ability to draft reports and correspondence.
• Ability to provide effective customer service to diverse constituents including students, college faculty and staff, employer partners, and external organizations.
• Ability to demonstrate attention to detail.
• Knowledge of and ability to use a variety of PC-based software including advanced features of word processing, presentation, spread sheet, data base, and communication packages.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship program best practices and current topics.
• Knowledge of college training and education programs and associated processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and customer service orientation.

• Coursework and or experience in the educational field.
• Prior experience developing or supporting apprenticeship programs.
• Apprenticeship certificate/Journeyperson, preferred.
• Prior experience working in a community college or postsecondary institution.