Part-Time Administrative Assistant Workforce Connectors

Kentucky Community and Technical College System • Paducah, KY

19h • $19 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time Administrative Assistant position supporting the Workforce Connectors program at West Kentucky Community & Technical College (WKCTC). The role involves actively recruiting eligible young adults aged 18-24 into the program, conducting community outreach, and building relationships with various community partners. The assistant will develop strategies to reach young adults, follow up with prospective participants, support program activities, and manage administrative tasks such as documentation, scheduling, and reporting.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to comfortably engage with young adults, community partners, employers, and groups in a variety of settings.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of the Workforce Solutions team.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout the program service area and participate in occasional evening or community events.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in recruitment, community outreach, workforce development, education, or working with young adults is preferred.
• Associates Degree and some experience in community outreach or education
• Community Connections
• Public Speaking
• Organization
• interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Actively recruit eligible young adults ages 18–24 into Workforce Connectors.
• Conduct community outreach and represent WKCTC Workforce Solutions at career fairs, community events, resource fairs, and other recruitment opportunities.
• Build relationships with community organizations, employers, career centers, schools, libraries, and other referral partners.
• Develop creative strategies for reaching young adults who may not be connected to traditional education or workforce resources.
• Follow up with prospective participants and assist them in moving from initial interest to program enrollment.
• Support participant orientations, workshops, and other program activities.
• Track recruitment activities, referrals, participant interest, and enrollment outcomes.
• Assist with program documentation, scheduling, reporting, and other administrative needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree