Outreach Coordinator

Hays Electrical Services • Houston, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Workforce Outreach Coordinator supports the organization's apprenticeship and workforce development initiatives by developing and maintaining relationships with educational institutions, workforce organizations, community partners, and industry associations to strengthen the electrical talent pipeline. Reporting to the Director of 5K Training & Development, this position serves as a key representative of Hays Electrical Services by coordinating outreach activities, attending recruitment events, managing partner relationships, and promoting apprenticeship opportunities. The Workforce Outreach Coordinator plays a critical role in expanding community engagement, increasing program awareness, and supporting recruitment efforts that contribute to the long-term success of the company's registered apprenticeship program.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of two (2) to four (4) years of experience in community outreach, workforce development, recruiting, marketing, education, public relations, event coordination, or a related field.
• Experience planning and coordinating meetings, events, presentations, or community engagement activities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with schools, educators, workforce organizations, community partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational, project coordination, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel locally to schools, career fairs, community events, and partner meetings; occasional evening or weekend work may be required.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, Human Resources, Workforce Development, Education, Public Relations, or a related field preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Workforce Development, Education, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience supporting apprenticeship programs, workforce development initiatives, skilled trades recruitment, or educational outreach.
• Experience working with K-12 school districts, technical colleges, workforce boards, IEC, CEF, or similar educational and workforce organizations.
• Experience presenting to students, educators, community organizations, or professional groups.
• Familiarity with apprenticeship programs, career and technical education (CTE), or skilled trades career pathways.
• Experience using CRM, event management, or marketing platforms to track outreach activities and engagement.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent Hays Electrical Services at career fairs, trade days, apprenticeship expos, workforce development events, high school career days, technical college events, industry conferences, and community outreach activities to promote apprenticeship opportunities and strengthen the company's presence within the community.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with school districts, high schools, technical colleges, universities, workforce boards, IEC, CEF, community organizations, military transition programs, and other strategic partners to support workforce development initiatives.
• Coordinate and schedule outreach activities, presentations, campus visits, partner meetings, facility tours, classroom presentations, and apprenticeship information sessions while maintaining an annual outreach and recruitment calendar.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain outreach materials including presentations, brochures, flyers, promotional items, event displays, recruitment packets, branded merchandise, and digital marketing resources tailored to various audiences.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective apprentices, educators, counselors, workforce partners, and community organizations by providing information regarding apprenticeship opportunities, career pathways, and program requirements.
• Assist the Director of 5K Training & Development with recruitment initiatives by identifying new partnership opportunities, supporting recruitment strategies, and expanding community engagement efforts that increase applicant interest and program enrollment.
• Coordinate facility tours and on-site visits for students, educators, workforce organizations, and community partners while ensuring a professional and engaging visitor experience.
• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, partner engagement, event participation, recruitment metrics, prospective applicant inquiries, and community partnerships to support reporting and continuous improvement efforts.
• Monitor outreach trends, workforce development initiatives, and labor market opportunities while recommending strategies that improve community engagement, recruitment effectiveness, and partnership growth.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to develop outreach campaigns, social media content, promotional materials, and branding initiatives that effectively communicate apprenticeship opportunities and workforce development programs.
• Support workforce development events, apprenticeship graduations, signing ceremonies, recognition programs, and other special events by coordinating logistics, materials, registration, and event execution.
• Provide administrative support to the 5K Training & Development department, including scheduling meetings, maintaining partner databases, preparing reports, tracking outreach activities, and assisting with special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive, fast-paced environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED