Harvard Ed Portal Workforce Pathways Manager

12-Apr-2024

University Administration

65584BR

Job Summary

The Harvard Ed Portal is a collaborative partnership between Harvard University, the City of Boston, the Harvard Allston Task Force, and the Allston-Brighton community. The Ed Portal is the Allston-Brighton community’s front door to Harvard’s educational resources (virtual and in person) in arts, wellness, and workforce and economic development.

The Harvard Ed Portal’s Workforce Development Program focuses on supporting unemployed and underemployed Allston Brighton and Cambridge community members in their career explorations and searches.   

The Harvard Ed Portal STEM Career and Green Jobs Pathways Program focuses on assisting individuals in Allston Brighton and Cambridge in entering STEM Careers.  Cambridge is already a focal point for life science companies and Allston Brighton area is an emerging center of life science development.  

Position Description

Program Development and Delivery

• Support the development of and manage the delivery of career training internship/apprenticeship programs in bio/life sciences, building trades, IT, green/sustainable jobs 
• Develop and deliver hard and soft skills trainings for diverse cohorts of participants 
• Create and deliver information sessions on career pathways in bio/life sciences, building trades, IT, green/sustainable jobs 
• Provide direct case management to individual cohort participants (interns/apprentices) to mitigate barriers to persistence and success, and to facilitate cohort participant retention  
• Maintain consistent communication with internship/apprenticeship hosts and supervisors throughout participants’ placements to provide support and proactive troubleshooting 

• Communicate with local high school and adult ed partners to increase awareness of training program opportunities and requirements for participation 
• Plan and publicize a clear schedule for internship programs, including application cycles, due dates for requests for financial assistance, etc. 
• Develop referral process and share with CBO and employer partners to recruit diverse participants from Allston Brighton & Cambridge 
• Steward strong relationships with existing local anchor employers and develop relationships with new employer partners. 
• Develop and steward strong relationship with internal Harvard partners working in the sciences (FAS/SEAS/HMS/SPH) for potential apprenticeship placements  

• In collaboration with HPAC marketing team, create an advertising and marketing campaign for new and updated career pathways programs 
• Create a list of program partners and supporters for outreach, referrals, recruitment, and info sessions 
• Represent the Workforce and Economic Development team at relevant events, meetings, and on committees related to career pathways programs, bio/life sciences, building trades, IT, green/sustainable jobs 

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3 years’ minimum experience in training design, delivery, and evaluation. 
• Presentation, facilitation, and written communication.
• Career coaching.
• Project planning and program management.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and written communication skills.
• Bi-lingual a plus.
• Small business development initiatives and community outreach experience.
• Strong research and analytical skills; ability to effectively organize and display data.
• Proven track record for developing professional relationships in a community setting.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Outlook.
• Position requires some evening and weekend hours.

Work Format Details

This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Benefits

We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards ) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Job Function

General Administration

Department Office Location

USA - MA - Allston

Job Code

359056 Admin Dept/Program Admin

Work Format

Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Union

55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

Pre-Employment Screening

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Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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