Career Readiness Coordinator

Position Summary

The Career Readiness Coordinator is a vital member of the Skills for Success and Innovation Center team at the Alabama Community College System Office, reporting directly to the Career Readiness Manager. This statewide role is dedicated to supporting and organizing high school offerings of the Skills for Success training programs across Alabama, focusing on both training and career exploration. The coordinator will work closely with community colleges and secondary schools to ensure effective implementation and integration of these programs into the secondary school setting. This position is located at the ACCS Innovation Center in Decatur, Alabama.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES:

High School Program Management:

1.Assist with the integration of the ACCS Innovation Center Skills for Success training programs and career exploration initiatives into the secondary school setting across Alabama.

2.Collaborate with community colleges and secondary schools to implement training and career exploration programs.

Recruitment and Outreach:

3.Support recruiting and outreach efforts to promote ACCS Innovation Center Skills for Success training and career exploration programs among high school students.

4.Collaborate to create strategies to generate interest in short-term training and career exploration programs tailored for high school students.

5.Schedule and attend related school events, career fairs, and related outreach programs.

Program Quality and Support:

6.Assist in ensuring the availability of necessary resources for high school training and career exploration courses.

7.Regularly monitor class progress and maintain quality standards.

Relationship Building:

8.Establish and maintain relationships with high schools, community organizations, and businesses to promote training and career exploration programs.

9.Engage in community and corporate outreach to enhance program visibility and relevance.

Data Management and Reporting:

10. Collect, organize, and maintain data related to high school training and career exploration programs.

11. Prepare and submit accurate reports to the Career Readiness Manager/Workforce Director and state database as required.

Instructor Management:

12. Coordinate onboarding and training for instructors specific to high school programs, focusing on training and career exploration.

13. Provide regular guidance and feedback to instructors.

SECONDARY DUTIES:

Representation and Leadership:

1.Represent the ACCS Innovation Center in task forces, committees, and regional meetings related to high school education, training, and career exploration.

2.Support engagement with community colleges for content creation and program development in training and career exploration.

Professional Conduct and Development:

3.Maintain professionalism and provide excellent customer service.

4.Participate in professional development and training activities.

Travel and Flexibility:

5.Ability to travel and work during evenings or weekends as required.

6.Perform other duties as assigned by Career Readiness Manager or Workforce Director.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in management, education, or a related field from a regionally accredited institution plus experience, OR an associate degree PLUS two (2) years of experience.

• Experience in an environment focused on educational or workforce development, school or community outreach, or management.

• Documented strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage multiple projects.

• Documented willingness and ability to travel as needed.

PREFERRED:

1.Experience with educational software and systems such as Elevate, Benner, and Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Application Procedures/Additional Information

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Applications must be filed online at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/accs

A complete application packet must be submitted by the posted deadline in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. A complete application packet consists of:

• Online application

• Cover letter

• Current resume

• Separate list of four (4) professional references (not letters) with complete contact information

• Unofficial or official transcripts showing degree(s) conferred and conferral dates

• All application materials must be scanned. It is recommended that you have digital (preferably .pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, list of references, and transcripts showing degree(s) and conferral dates, ready to upload before you begin the application process.

• WE DO NOT ACCEPT E-MAILED APPLICATIONS.

• When you finish the online application procedure, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this does not mean that your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they have submitted all necessary application materials in accordance with the vacancy announcement.

Please direct any questions regarding the application process to Charlene Finkelstein at (334) 293-4628 or charlene.finkelstein@accs.edu, or Nikita Payne at (334) 293-4603 ornikita.payne@accs.edu.

If you need technical assistance after reviewing the instructions, please contact:

NEOGOV Customer Service

Monday-Friday

8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST

(855) 524-5627

AGENCY INFORMATION:

The Alabama Community College System is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. This employer participates in E-Verify.

The Alabama Community College System reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.