Coordinator of Workforce Development
CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB TITLE: COORDINATOR OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
CALENDAR: 12 MONTHS
SALARY: CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL
Job Goal
The Workforce Development Coordinator is responsible for leading the development and implementation of workforce development initiatives within Chandler United School District. The coordinator will collaborate with district leaders, site leaders, educators, college and career center specialists, and community partners to develop strategies, programs, and initiatives that prepare students for success in post-secondary education, the workforce, and lifelong learning. The Coordinator will work to identify industry needs and trends to inform curriculum development and coordinate with stakeholders to support student achievement and increase workforce readiness.
Minimum Qualifications
• Master's degree in education, business, or a related field
• Arizona CTE Teaching Certificate preferred
• At least five (5) years of experience in workforce development or a related field
• Experience leading workforce development programs or initiatives
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with a demonstrated ability to build relationships and work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong analytical and data-informed decision-making skills
• Knowledge of trends and best practices in workforce development and education
• Ability to plan and present information/training for adult and student learners
Relevant experience may be substituted for formal education at a 2:1 ratio. Therefore for every one year of college lacking, two years of directly relevant experience may be substituted
Core Job Functions
• Develop and implement workforce development initiatives that align with district goals and support student achievement
• Collaborate with the district's Directors of CTE and Counseling, as well as other district leaders, site leaders, educators, college and career center specialists, and community partners to identify workforce needs and develop programs that prepare students for success in the workforce.
• Provide support to the High School College & Career Center Specialists and ElevateEdAZ College & Career Coaches.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and labor market data to inform curriculum development and career pathways
• Work with educators to integrate career readiness, exploration, and planning into the curriculum, ensuring that students have the skills and knowledge necessary for success in the workforce.
• Collaborate with the City of Chandler Workforce Development and the Chandler Chamber of Commerce.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with community partners, including local businesses and organizations, to provide opportunities for students to explore careers and engage in work-based learning opportunities and hands-on experience in various industries through career fairs and panels, guest speakers, industry related field trips, internships, mentorships, and job shadowing.
• Promote post-secondary pathways into local community college and university programs, maintaining a strong understanding of the options available within priority industry programs.
• In collaboration with district, school, and department leaders, develop and deliver professional development for educators and staff to ensure that they have the skills and knowledge necessary to support student success in the workforce.
• Collaborate with other CUSD departments to analyze data and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of workforce development and program initiatives and implement improvements as needed.
• Serve as a liaison to state and national organizations focused on workforce development, staying current on trends and best practices in the field.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local and regional post-secondary institutions to promote access and success for students.
• Create and facilitate opportunities for industry partners to engage with CUSD and assist in the development and implementation of industry partner programs in support of student learning excellence.
• Collect and analyze data to monitor and report on workforce development program outcomes to district leaders and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with district, school, and department leaders to provide equity and access to ensure underrepresented students have knowledge of pathways and programs in high demand fields which lead to occupations with family-sustaining wages.
• Collaborate with district grant writer to identify and secure grants or partner with other agencies to secure grants to promote Youth Workforce Development opportunities across all high schools.
• Assist in the implementation and interpretation of policies, procedures, and other mandated requirements from the District, Arizona Department of Education, Career and Technical Education, and other agencies as applicable
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements - Office
• Adequate manual dexterity to write legibly and perform required duties on the computer; must have adequate visual acuity to read, interpret and transcribe written material and other required duties
• Normal range of hearing and clear speaking abilities to interact appropriately with others in person and on the telephone
• Stooping, bending, stretching and occasional lifting not to exceed 25 pounds
• Sitting for prolonged periods of time
• May periodically require work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, under sometimes stressful conditions in order to meet business needs and strict deadlines.
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