Apprenticeship Program Associate - PT Flex

Posting Details

Posting Number S01592 Position Title Apprenticeship Program Associate - PT Flex Internal Position Title Department Career and Job Placement Cntr Position Type Part-Time Flex Job Family Part-Time Flex Job Summary
The College of Lake County ( CLC ) is seeking a part-time flex Apprenticeship Program Associate. The Apprenticeship Program Associate will assist the Executive Director and Apprenticeship Manager of the Career and Job Placement Center ( CJPC ) with students, faculty and employers’ engagement in the Apprenticeship Programs.

This position will assist with marketing, apprentice, faculty engagement, orientations, etc. This includes collaborating with internal stakeholders to project manage grant activities, assist with connecting with external stakeholders to interpret and implement grant requirements, evaluate the effectiveness of activities, create and submit grant reports.

CLC is a comprehensive community college located in northeastern Illinois committed to being an innovative educational institution providing life-changing paths for our students by offering exceptional learning experiences.

The college is widely recognized for student success, business and community partnerships and for the achievements of our faculty, staff and alumni. Long-known as an employer of choice in Lake County, CLC was ranked #15 on the Forbes list of Top 100 Employers in the State of Illinois for 2019.

*Please note, this is grant funded position, employment will continue and be based upon funding by Hunter Family Foundation ( HFF ).

Required Qualification
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to plan and prioritize work requirements and demonstrate independent decision-making capabilities.
• Experience working with students from diverse ethnic, socio-economic and educational backgrounds.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other similar software.
• Ability to develop and enhance collaborative partnerships to aid in recruitment of students.
• Proven ability to work effectively and constructively with persons of diverse cultures, language groups, and abilities; demonstrate sensitivity to and ability to work with the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Desired Qualifications
• Associate Degree
• Experience working within a community college.
• Proficient in writing, speaking, and reading English.
• Developing and creating documents, i.e. fliers, tables Posting Date 12/02/2021 Closing Date 02/06/2022 Expected Start Date Special Instructions Summary
Interviews will begin immediately and continue until this position is filled. Pay Rate $16.88 Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time Flex Location Grayslake Total Hours per week 19 Work Schedule
Monday through Friday between the hours of 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Software Testing Required Powerpoint, Excel, MS Word, Outlook Interview Process Requirements None EEO Statement
The College of Lake County is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, it seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including minorities, women and people with disabilities. EOE /AA/M/F/D/V Summary of Essential Functions
Department Operations – 35%
• Assist in planning, implementing, monitoring, and reporting on current apprenticeship programs.
• Create, implement and monitor marketing, apprentice, and faculty engagement for the Apprenticeship Program.
• Assist with Pre-Apprenticeship and Apprenticeship Programs
· Assist with education/training to appropriately prepare students for apprenticeship opportunities.
· Assist with identifying, recruiting, supporting and retaining participants in the grant program.
· Collaborate with internal/external stake holders.
· Assist in updating the apprenticeship recruitment, registration, and case management processes.

Project Assistance – 15%
• Assist with apprentice support activities such as, program questions. ordering books, course progress reports.
· Prepare project plans and reports for grant reporting.

Administrative Responsibilities – 45%
• Collaborate with Career Services Specialists to assist apprentices with career readiness skills and career talks.
• Comply with all grant, state, and federal requirements for apprentices.
• This position will assist with programs supported by both public and private funding for the apprenticeship programs.

Other – 5%
• Related duties as assigned. Posting Specific Questions - supplemental questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
   • Yes
   • No
2. Do you have excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills?
   • Yes
   • No
3. Do you have the ability to plan and prioritize work requirements and demonstrate independent decision-making capabilities?
   • Yes
   • No
4. Do you have experience working with students from diverse ethnic, socio-economic and educational backgrounds?
   • Yes
   • No
5. Do you have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation?
   • Yes
   • No
6. Do you have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other similar software?
   • Yes
   • No
7. Do you have the ability to develop and enhance collaborative partnerships to aid in recruitment of students?
   • Yes
   • No
8. Do you have proven ability to work effectively with individuals and teams from diverse backgrounds and professional responsibilities?
   • Yes
   • No
9. Do you have an Associate’s degree or higher?
   • Yes
   • No
10. Do you have work experience in a community college setting?
    • Yes
    • No
11. Are you proficient in writing, speaking, and reading English?
    • Yes
    • No
12. Do you have experience developing and creating documents, i,e fliers, tables ?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Unofficial Transcript 1
2. Unofficial Transcript 2
3. Other Document