Upskill Midsouth Career Specialist

The University of Memphis, United States

Updated: 26 days ago

Location: Cape May, NEW JERSEY

Deadline: 31 Mar 2024

Posting Information

Posting Number	SAECC3770
Advertised Title	Upskill Midsouth Career Specialist
Campus Location	May vary by position
Position Number
Category	Staff (Hourly/Monthly)
Department	Sociology
Minimum Position Qualifications	Bachelor’s Degree in relevant area and two years of appropriate experience. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
Special Conditions	This is a grant-funded position. This appointment is contingent upon the continued availability of grant funds and may be terminated at any time without cause or prior written notice. There is no expectation of continued employment beyond the expiration date of the grant. This appointment is made subject to the laws of the State of Tennessee and the policies and requirements of the University of Memphis.
Work Schedule	Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. May need to work/travel beyond normal work schedule
Posting Date	03/25/2024
Closing Date	03/31/2024
Open Until Screening Begins	No
Hiring Range	$45,000 - $50,000 per year
Full-Time/Part-Time	Full-Time: Benefits Eligible
Working Conditions	While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Additional Working Conditions
Special Instructions to Applicants	All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu. Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full time hours. Part time work experience will be prorated as listed. Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
Is this posting for UofM employees only?	No
Positions Supervised
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Excellent understanding of the needs of communities within regional ecosystems and low-income families and awareness of barriers to accessing equitable training credentials and obtaining high-quality jobs.
Additional Position Information
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Job Duties

Duties & Responsibilities	Provide direct customer service to applicants by interviewing and collecting eligibility documents from interested customers for appropriate careers, individualized employment, training, and supportive services. Screen and assist students in registering for industry skills training and potential work-based learning opportunities. Work directly with Three Rivers and the local community colleges to connect students to skills training programs identified as accelerated.

Duties & Responsibilities

Provide direct customer service to applicants by interviewing and collecting eligibility documents from interested customers for appropriate careers, individualized employment, training, and supportive services. Screen and assist students in registering for industry skills training and potential work-based learning opportunities. Work directly with Three Rivers and the local community colleges to connect students to skills training programs identified as accelerated.

Duties & Responsibilities	Identify and recruit participants leveraging the business service unit at the American Job Centers. Actively recruit customers and collaborate with local training providers, schools, businesses, and agencies.

Duties & Responsibilities	Match participant skills and experience with employer requirements in advancement manufacturing, logistics technology, or construction. Supply information about approved training and training providers to potential students who qualify for this program.

Duties & Responsibilities	Document participants’ progress, needs, goals, and services provided to participants using MIS system software and build and maintain a participant paper file. Prepare reports on students and activities as required.

Duties & Responsibilities	Accurately monitor and track participant’s weekly activity progress for grant reporting.

Duties & Responsibilities	Develop and facilitate orientation/training for potential student candidates for industry skills training.

Duties & Responsibilities	Prepare monthly and quarterly update reports.

Duties & Responsibilities	Performs other related duties as assigned.

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