SGA/Leadership Coordinator

MTC Corrections•Joliet, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

MTC operates the Joliet Job Corps Center in Joliet, IL, providing quality services to local youth. The company values professional and caring employees dedicated to improving people's lives. This role is responsible for the supervision of student government, the student union snack bar, the student welfare fund, and voting services, ensuring compliance with government and management directives.

Requirements

Associate's degree and one year related experience
Directly related experience may be considered in lieu of education
Excellent written, verbal communications skills and computer proficiency required

Responsibilities

Responsible for supervision of student government, student union snack bar, welfare fund and voting services, in compliance with government and management directives
Supervise student government association (SGA), which includes maintaining communication with administration; scheduling and supervising meetings and guiding development of skills in student government
Supervise student union snack bar operators and overall operation of student union snack bar
Ensure student union snack bar meets all state and local health regulations and safety requirements
Coordinate all SGA functions, including administration of the student welfare fund, prepare and distribute meeting minutes
Plan and coordinate bi-weekly business meetings
Chaperone student government functions
Coordinate voting activities
Ensure all pertinent student records and data are kept in detail, are accurate and up-to-date
Conduct group sessions in accordance with the schedule
As assigned, participate in and conduct orientation activities and student leadership training
Conduct training for all newly elected officers
Conduct advanced leadership training
Transport students to and from off-center events and activities
Maintain a safe and clean work area that models high standards for a work environment
Provide positive, quality customer services to students, staff and other center customers
Complete 100% of all required training as this impacts performance evaluation
Participate in student employability programs and activities
Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps’ Zero Tolerance Policy
Promote the development of Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students where necessary and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions
Maintain accountability of students and property; adhere to safety practices
Cultivate and maintain a climate on center which is free of harassment, intimidation and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn