Workforce Development Specialist - Coconut Creek, United States - Junior Achievement of South Florida

Junior Achievement of South Florida

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Coconut Creek, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Position Overview:

Workforce Development Specialist

Junior Achievement of South Florida_

Full-time: 8:30 - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday

Location:
Coconut Creek, FL 33066

Pay rate:
$45k - 50k Annual Salary, based on skills and experience.

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Junior Achievement of South Florida empowers our youth with the knowledge, ability, and confidence to navigate their futures, drive our economy and lead our community. We are looking for individuals who are passionate not only to our mission, but also about being part of the innovative and energetic culture at JA.

What is in it for you:

Professional development assistance
Medical insurance, Dental, Vision, HSA, Life, DDA
403(B) with matching
Paid time off, sick, and Paid Holidays
Flexible schedule
Bonus Pay

Summary:

The Workforce Development Specialist will assist in facilitating the Junior Achievement's workforce development programs for high school students.

This position reports to the Workforce Development Program Manager and is part of the Workforce Development team which manages multiple high school programs and events each year.

The Workforce Development Specialist is a salaried position and requires a flexible work schedule. The position may require early mornings and/or evenings and occasional weekends. This position requires very strong organizational skills.

You must be passionate about JA's mission and inspiring our students to reach their full potential.

As Manager you must build strong relationships with school administrators and guidance counselors, students, business leaders and volunteers, while also leading groups of high school students' monthly during the school year.

This position reports to the Director of Workforce Development

What you will do:

Work with the team to recruit, retain and ensure students' success in the program.
Assist in the implementation and presentation of curriculum and activities for students participating in JA's Workforce Development programs such as teaching the JA Career Bound Curriculum
Oversee and manage critical logistics for program days, communicating with host sites, organizing materials for the day, etc.
Manage student assignments and deliverables, such as providing feedback on student Resumes, Case Challenge projects, etc.
Communicate with students regarding participation and deliverables.
Help prepare and support students before, during and after their internship experience.
Assist with management of budgets and timelines.
Bring ideas, add value during brainstorming, planning, implementing projects and solving problems.
Identify potential program sponsors, help confirm donations and help ensure sponsors and partners receive proper recognition and benefits.
Work with the team in recruiting, training, and recognizing volunteers.
Support data collection and analysis to ensure the effectiveness of the program.
Other duties as assigned.

What you will need:

Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required.
High skill level in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook.
Must have a vehicle to travel to/from appointments, events, etc.
Highly organized, able to prioritize and maintain deadlines while managing multiple events.
Excellent oral/written communication skills.
Must be an effective team player who takes initiative.
Work well under pressure, solves challenges.
Excellent customer service skills.
Great attention to detail.

Who we are:

Junior Achievement of South Florida (JA) empowers our youth with the knowledge, ability, and confidence to navigate their futures, drive our economy and lead our community. We are looking for individuals who are passionate not only to our mission, but also about being part of the innovative and energetic culture at JA.

Pay Range:
USD $45, USD $50,000.00 /Yr.