Employer Outreach Coordinator (FT), CFRE60058PHED

College of DuPage

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About The Position

The Employer Outreach Coordinator facilitates the integration of current employers into the Department of Labor registered apprenticeship program and engages new employers across industries. The coordinator guides employers through onboarding, builds and sustains relationships, and works with external partners and College departments to identify and secure apprenticeship opportunities with area employers. The role represents Work Based Learning and College of DuPage at events and networking opportunities, promotes apprenticeship programs, assesses in-district businesses’ industry-specific needs, and maintains the employer database. It serves as the primary point of contact for apprenticeship inquiries and coordinates communication and required documentation with employer partners for Department of Labor compliance and College records. The coordinator works with apprentice case managers, apprenticeship specialists, faculty, community partners, government agencies, industry associations, local LWIA, and other entities. Responsibilities also include supporting apprenticeship-related grant applications and implementation, participating in planning, and carrying out additional duties and events as assigned. This is a 25-hour-per-week position. The work is generally in an office, with work at employer sites that may be manufacturing environments. Frequent local travel in the employee’s own vehicle is required. A combination of day, evening, and occasional weekend hours may be needed to meet with employers. A background check, motor vehicle report, and drug screen are required. Visa sponsorship is not offered; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three to five years of experience in sales, workforce development, operations management, recruitment, or a related field.
Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail.
Excellent relationship-building and client-facing skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence at multiple levels.
Demonstrable public-speaking and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience working collaboratively with diverse constituencies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Valid driver’s license and ability to use own vehicle for frequent local travel.
Ability to meet with employers during a combination of day, evening, and occasional weekend hours.
Must complete a background check, motor vehicle report, and drug screen.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with industry sectors such as manufacturing, Information Technology, or Healthcare.
Experience working with community organizations to support recruitment efforts.
Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Integrate current employers into the Department of Labor registered apprenticeship program and engage new employers across industries.
Guide employers through onboarding and nurture ongoing relationships to support program growth and success.
Meet with external partners and College departments to identify, develop, and secure apprenticeship opportunities with area employers.
Represent Work Based Learning and College of DuPage at events and networking opportunities to share apprenticeship information and promote opportunities and upcoming events.
Connect with in-district businesses to assess industry-specific needs for apprenticeship participation.
Maintain and update the employer database.
Communicate regularly with current employer partners to ensure required paperwork is maintained accurately and on time for Department of Labor compliance and College records.
Serve as the primary Work Based Learning contact for apprenticeship inquiries; respond to inquiries and organize and conduct employer meetings explaining the process and program details.
Participate in and assist with strategic, annual, and monthly planning as appropriate.
Identify opportunities to collaborate with community partners, government agencies, industry associations, local LWIA, and other entities on initiatives promoting apprenticeships.
Work with the apprentice case manager to exchange information about employer requirements and apprentice progress and align employer expectations with apprentice development plans.
Collaborate with the apprenticeship specialist to share information about employer needs and preferences.
For new industries or occupations, help identify College of DuPage certificates or degrees and Department of Labor occupations aligned with employer needs, and coordinate with faculty about curriculum and courses.
Support apprenticeship grant applications and carry out grants with Work Based Learning and the College of DuPage Development and Grants Office.
Carry out additional duties, events, and programs as assigned.