E2G Work Based Learning Coordinator

Louisiana Community and Technical College System • Thibodaux, LA

3d • $40,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The E2G Work Based Learning Coordinator at Fletcher Technical Community College, within the Academic Affairs & Initiatives department and the Energy & Advanced Technologies sub-department, is a grant-funded administrative/staff position. This role is crucial for connecting employers with skilled workers and managing the data and partnerships that drive program growth and economic impact in Louisiana's shipbuilding corridor. The coordinator will lead outreach to small manufacturers, manage partner referral networks, administer participant data collection, and coordinate the placement of trained workers.

Requirements

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in business, workforce development, social sciences, communications, or a related field; or equivalent relevant experience.
• 2+ years of experience in workforce development, case management, business services, community outreach, or a related role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust with business owners, workers, and community partners.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; experience maintaining records and collecting data accurately.
• Proficiency with standard office and data-tracking software.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and meet reporting deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with small businesses, manufacturers, or the marine/shipbuilding sector.
• Familiarity with SBA programs, federal contracting, or HUBZone and other small business certifications.
• Knowledge of the southeast Louisiana business community.
• Bilingual ability (e.g., English/Spanish or English/Vietnamese) to serve the region’s limited-English-proficiency business population.

Responsibilities

• Lead outreach and intake for E2G-eligible small manufacturers, including pop-up eligibility screenings at port facilities, chamber meetings, and industry events.
• Verify each business’s E2G eligibility at intake (self-certification, SBA HUBZone map, Dynamic Small Business Search) and maintain eligibility documentation.
• Operate the day-to-day partner referral network with economic development agencies, SBDC, trade associations, chambers of commerce, and prime contractors’ procurement offices to identify and refer eligible firms.
• Administer participant data collection: business profiles at intake and six- and twelve-month follow-up surveys capturing required NOFO Section 5.2.3 data elements.
• Maintain the participant tracking system and prepare data summaries for quarterly performance reports.
• Coordinate placement of trained, credentialed workers with participating E2G-eligible employers.
• Collect and summarize participant feedback after bootcamp cohorts, accelerated certification sessions, and Admin Prep Academy modules to inform program improvement.
• Support recruitment of bootcamp trainees through college programs, alumni networks, the workforce board, and participating businesses.
• Coordinate WorkReadyU English-language and basic-skills wrap-around services for participants with limited English proficiency.
• Participate in program and college events, meetings, professional development, and committee service as needed.
• Uphold a respectful, inclusive, and professional environment for participants, employers, and partners.

Benefits

• Retirement
• Multiple medical insurance options
• Supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.)
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses)
• Holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas)
• Generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree