DOL TAP Travel Facilitator (Part-time) - Wainwright, Alaska
About The Position
JOIN OUR TEAM to assist and prepare ~200,000 service members who separate annually from the United States Military begin a new life chapter as a civilian. The Department of Labor (DOL) Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) program requires contractor services to support these transitioning Servicemembers through its highly successful Transition Assistance Program (TAP) that is offered world-wide to conduct job assistance workshops, employment counseling, as well as connection to approved government and non-government partners. Our team ensures servicemembers and their families have the necessary career tools and information to seamlessly transition into the civilian workforce. The DOL VETS TAP program is in need of a skilled and compassionate Facilitator who has prior experience teaching and/or instructing military personnel transitioning to civilian professional and vocational occupations . In this role, you will: Teach and/or instruct military personnel transitioning to civilian professional and vocational occupations. Guide transitioning military service members in identifying goals along with recognizing any employment or education gaps. Provide transitioning service members (Active, Reserve, National Guard), family members, and veterans a comprehensive understanding of preparing for civilian employment, job searching, job application processes, networking, technical training opportunities and credentialing. Assist in preparing for civilian employment and participation in technical programs and schools. Conduct small and large group instruction on the job search process. Deliver standardized curriculum via in-person or virtual classrooms. Complete administrative tasks in a timely manner to include travel expense and classroom reports. Additional information: Facilitator will be assigned to a location within a hub that has designated satellite locations. Any facilitation assignment that is greater than 50 miles from facilitator’s assigned location, then, travel will be reimbursed. 80 hours of paid comprehensive initial training is provided and expected to be completed within the first month of employment. Part-time facilitators’ schedules can vary weekly. Generally, facilitators work 2 – 3 days consecutively. Visit the following link for more information about how Serco supports our Veterans https://www.serco.com/na/careers/veterans-at-serco
Requirements
- A High School Diploma and 3 years of experience as a professional trainer, facilitator, and/or classroom instructor. OR an Associate’s degree
- Experience as a classroom instructor.
- Experience which demonstrates understanding of private and public sector employment processes.
- Must be knowledgeable of the workplace, jobs, and requirement for entry into those jobs.
- Must demonstrate the ability to provide standardized training to groups with up to 50 participants.
- Familiar with MS Windows and Office.
- Effectively communicate with Military clients and Government representatives.
- Comfortable instructing and speaking in front of a group, be observant of others, possess the ability to professionally engage with a diverse audience.
- May require extended hours, including weekdays, weekends, and some holidays.
- Must have excellent time management skills, able to work independently and follow directions.
- Meet country specific employment requirements.
- The ability to travel up to 75%.
Responsibilities
- Teach and/or instruct military personnel transitioning to civilian professional and vocational occupations.
- Guide transitioning military service members in identifying goals along with recognizing any employment or education gaps.
- Provide transitioning service members (Active, Reserve, National Guard), family members, and veterans a comprehensive understanding of preparing for civilian employment, job searching, job application processes, networking, technical training opportunities and credentialing.
- Assist in preparing for civilian employment and participation in technical programs and schools.
- Conduct small and large group instruction on the job search process.
- Deliver standardized curriculum via in-person or virtual classrooms.
- Complete administrative tasks in a timely manner to include travel expense and classroom reports.
- Respond to emergent facilitation assignments.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
- 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional coverages you can buy, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
- Employee Assistance Plan that includes counseling conditions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
