Workforce Development Coordinator

Metropolitan Council
$73,569.60 - $119,412.80 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement plan, pension
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
Dec 13, 2024
WHO WE ARE We will NOT review resumes or cover letters for this position, so please do not attach them to your application. You may still attach DD214 forms, however, if a veteran and applicable. This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. Candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin. We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website. We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Human Resources works with all divisions of the Metropolitan Council to provide proactive solutions for the Council's workforce needs in the areas of recruitment, labor relations, benefits, training, organizational development, occupational health, and wellness. How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region: The Workforce Development Coordinator supports Workforce Development programs which contribute to addressing the Council's current and projected workforce needs. These programs include registered Apprenticeship and custom training programs. Tasks include but are not limited to planning, outreach and recruitment, data collection, program execution, and reporting. What you would do in this job Assist and lead the delivery of program curriculum to participants. Ensure the project timeline and milestones are being met and/or adjusted as necessary in order to deliver program outcomes. Create training schedules, assist in developing program curriculum, and identify needed resources so the program can reach intended outcomes. Develop and implement evaluation, data collection, and performance measurement tools to communicate efficacy and meet contractual requirements. Perform ongoing outreach to targeted communities in order to ensure that Council workforce reflects the communities we serve. Transport participants to off campus testing centers. Contribute to understanding the Council's workforce needs, critiquing and evaluating existing strengths and deficits to develop programming that addresses needs and can be implemented if proven successful. Ensure external and internal program partners are fully engaged and fulfilling obligations including scheduled production of deliverables to ensure program success. Serve as a primary point of contact for external program partners. Other related duties as assigned. What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications) Any of the following combinations of completed education (in human services, communication, training, education, or related field) and experience performing the following in a workforce development organization: outreach to targeted communities, delivering curriculum, data collection, and participant support: Bachelor's degree with two years of experience Associate degree with four years of experience High school diploma/GED with six years of experience License Requirement: Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications): Experience working with twin cities area workforce development organizations. Experience working with, or knowledge of, a wide range of service and technical professions. Experience working with adult learners. Experience working with English language learners. Experience working with underrepresented populations. What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job: Knowledge of job or career requirement standards and progression. Knowledge of external workforce development trends, practices, and approaches. Skilled in Microsoft Office suite. Skilled in developing and working with data tracking and reports. Ability to communicate ideas, concepts, action steps, and objectives. Ability to understand and utilize multiple career/industry terms, vernacular, and mindset. Ability to adapt a client-based approach to all programming and consultation. Ability to quickly adjust and respond to program changes. What you can expect from us: We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area. We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement. We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance. More about why you should join us! Additional information Union/Grade: AFSCME/Grade F FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Safety Sensitive: No Work Environment: This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. Candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin. Work also includes periods of non-traditional work hours. What steps the recruitment process involves: We review your minimum qualifications. We rate your education and experience. We conduct a structured panel interview. We conduct a selection interview. Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then: If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation. If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position. IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration. The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us .