Work Based Learning Coordinator

Equus•Tahlequah, OK

3d•$21 - $24

About The Position

The Work Based Learning Coordinator coordinates and oversees activities and services for the Work Experience Program (WEX), evaluates compliance with policies, procedures, and contract requirements, and works jointly with Career Navigators and the Business Services Team to coordinate services for WEX participants and employers. The role supports Green Country, Oklahoma, and reports to the Business Engagement Team Lead. The coordinator manages program operations, reviews timesheets and performance data, supports regional scheduling and participant recruitment, coordinates employer agreements and communications, and tracks outcomes and contractual goals. The role also identifies compliance or performance concerns, provides programmatic guidance, and recommends improvements to procedures and processes. This is a non-exempt position; other reasonable related duties may be assigned, and work schedules may be changed as required, including overtime.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or equivalent experience.
At least one year of experience building business relationships or at least one year of related workforce development experience.
Strong computer skills, including experience with word-processing and spreadsheet software.
Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
Ability to communicate effectively orally, in writing, and electronically.
Ability to make effective speeches and presentations to public groups and/or staff.
Ability to read and understand performance reports.
Valid driver's license and adequate vehicle insurance coverage.

Nice To Haves

Experience in implementation or interpretation of policies and procedures and/or workforce development is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate a quality work experience program for participants.
Manage and analyze work experience activities to ensure policies and procedures are implemented.
Review, enter, and complete WEX timesheets in the DWFS Timesheet Management system.
Communicate with DWFS Corporate staff to follow the corporate WEX review process and resolve paycheck and timesheet issues.
Coordinate regional timesheet pickup and paycheck distribution.
Obtain Worksite Agreements from employers and secure the appropriate DWFS staff approval signatures.
Coordinate regional scheduling of New Hire Orientations for WEX participants.
Coordinate regional participant recruitment when needed.
Track outcomes and manage contractual goals related to the Work Experience Program.
Obtain and review employer-provided performance evaluations and take appropriate action when needed.
Ensure accurate and complete data entry and case notes in accordance with local policy.
Review timesheets and data for trends and provide programmatic guidance regarding non-compliance or low performance.
Review operational procedures and processes, provide programmatic assistance, and recommend improvements to quality, performance, and compliance.