Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction and general supervision of the Director, the outh Apprenticeship Coordinator will play a crucial role in supporting the District, and performing various program support duties to ensure that smooth operations of the Youth Apprenticeship Program.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This job has supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS           

• Supervise the district’s six Work-Based Learning coordinators.

• Coordinate activities for professional development for WBL coordinators.

• Monitor WBL coordinators’ required student paperwork and electronic data to ensure they

  are in compliance with GADOE requirements.

• Coordinate activities of the employer, high school, post-secondary institutions, and program

  planners to implement the program according to the standards and guidelines published by

  GADOE and assure compliance with State Board Rule 160-4-3-.13 Youth Apprenticeship

  Programs.

• Coordinate YAP efforts with administrators and guidance counselors

• Establish school facilitators where appropriate to assist in coordination of YAP efforts.

• Plan, coordinate and implement connecting activities between the school and the business

  community.

• Access and recommend students for employer interview (in cooperation with counselor and

  CTAE instructors if appropriate)

• Seek out opportunities to speak to CTAE classes and at community events.

• Evaluate business partnerships and establish job placements that serve the goals and

  objectives of the YAP.

• Maintain signed documents and record student data electronically according to GADOE

  guidelines.

• Track apprentices during the post-secondary training component and document completers

  of the program at the appropriate time.

• Monitor and evaluate the program for improvement.

• Work with education and labor agencies.

• Develop linkages to other programs in the community where appropriate.

• Visit job sites on a regular basis, assess student progress with input from employers and keep

  program records up to date.

• Analyze community resources and coordinate job placements and rotations.

• Assure that placement sites are in compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and

  maintain program insurance, liability, and industry regulations and standards.

• Ensure completion of signed training agreements and training plans between all parties.

• Ensure that youth apprenticeship-related instruction meets requirements for high school

  graduation.

• Participate in matching apprentices with work-based mentors and provide orientation and

  training for all program partners.

• Conduct public relations and program promotion activities with students, school

  administrators, and the local business community.

• Attend all GADOE training sessions designed for YAP coordinators.

• Conduct an annual assessment of the program and develop an on-going program

  improvement plan as required by GADOE.

• Serve as district non-traditional enrollment coordinator which involves educating students

  about non-traditional career opportunities and organizing non-traditional career camps for students by coordinating community and school resources.

• Serve as CTAE Student of the Year coordinator and plan annual recognition event.

• Other duties as assigned by CTAE Director.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 

1. Minimum of two years of work experience in business or industry is required.

2. Experience in employment counseling and/or placement is desired.

3. Any alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and Board may find appropriate

    and acceptable.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

Under limited supervision, the Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator must work in a professional manner with administrators, faculty, parents and students as well as members of business and industry. The ability to match students with employee mentors in their selected career pathways is essential in this position. Other requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary

CERTIFICATION, LICENSE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 

Must possess a current and valid Georgia Driver;s License

Salary/Terms/Benefits:

1. 205 day work year. Grade: 143G
2. Salary based on certification and experience; placement on the Adopted Salary Schedule and position supplement(s).
3. Excellent benefits package (including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; employee assistance program); personal and sick leave; membership in Teachers’ Retirement System.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

1. Complete an online application.
2. Submit professional certificates, transcripts, and three (3) professional evaluations and/or reference letters respective to this position.
3. Submit a resume and cover letter.
4. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

  BIBB COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Bibb County School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to allow them to perform the essential functions of the job when such individuals request an accommodation so long as the accommodation does not create an undue financial hardship for the district. A complete list of  physical demands associated with the position can be obtained from HR.

Salary : $37 - $40