Project Hire-Ed Apprenticeship Recruiter (P/T Grant Funded), CPRE60061PHED

To aid in the identification, cultivation, and recruitment of potential students for participation in the Project Hire-Ed™ Apprenticeship Program. Will serve as a liaison with WorkNet DuPage and support partnership opportunities and guidelines with students and employers.

• Support the development of a recruiting plan and strategies to maximize outreach with potential students.

• Meet with WorkNet DuPage partners to identify eligibility requirements and understand documentation requirements.

• Create a streamlined process for students and employers to apply for WorkNet DuPage assistance.

• In conjunction with the Manager of Project Hire-Ed, meet with external partners/advisors and College departments to identify and recruit potential student apprentices.

• Generate lead lists utilizing existing leads and available resources.

• Prepare marketing materials to reach potential students through text, phone, email, etc., for recruitment connection.

• Connect with in-district community organizations and agencies to build a network of partners to support outreach efforts.

• Maintain and update student lead lists on ongoing basis.

• Support student Information Sessions for Project Hire-Ed™ and other events as needed.

• Participate and assist, as appropriate, with strategic, annual and monthly planning.

• Represent Project Hire-Ed™ and College of DuPage as an attendee or presenter at special events and networking opportunities to disperse apprenticeship information, promote employment opportunities and upcoming events.

• Identify opportunities to work with government/business/service/private entities to enhance relationships with Project Hire-Ed™.

• Support the application of grants and carryout grants in conjunction with Project Hire-Ed™ and College of DuPage Development and Grants Office relevant to apprenticeships.

• Carry out additional duties, events, and programs as assigned.

REQUIRED:

EXPERIENCE:

• Three to five (3-5) years of experience in a student support area with direct contact with students, recruitment or related field.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail.
• Excellent relationship building and student-facing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively influence at multiple levels.
• Demonstrable skills in public speaking/delivering presentations.
• Must be self-directed and work well independently as well as part of a team.
• Experience working in a collaborative manner with diverse constituencies.

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combinations of education and experience.

PREFERRED:

EXPERIENCE:

• Direct interaction with college student population in a professional setting.
• Experience with WIOA funding.
• Experience with community organizations to support recruitment efforts.
• Experience with a high volume, fast paced environment.

EDUCATION:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

20 hours a week. A combination of day, evening, and occasional weekend hours maybe be required to meet with employers.

General office environment and at employers’ location which may be a manufacturing environment.

This position requires a background check, motor vehicle report and drug screen.

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