Vocational Programs Coordinator 1st Shift Mon-Fri 7am-330pm

JOB SUMMARY

As part of our recent growth we are seeking a Vocational Programs Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate will implement facilitate and oversee onsite and offsite program activities for the Aerospace Internship Program (AIP) and DSHS DVR Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Work with School District Partners (SDPs) to recruit screen and qualify students for entry to Pre-Employment Transition Services.

Conduct tours with SDPs including administrators educators students parents and other stakeholders.

Conduct student intakes including outreach recruitment and administrative duties for the Pre-ETS program event/process.

Support facilitation of manufacturing and administrative training activities for students participating in an onsite Aerospace Internship Program (AIP) at Auburn facilities.

Develop curriculum and lesson plans and deliver training and classroom instruction to students.

Work closely with Vocational Programs counterparts at Auburn Plant 1 and Plant 2 facilities to maintain continuity in program service delivery. Spend time on the shop floor working with students and mentors.

Communicate and present program information to Skills Inc. Leadership Plant Managers Supervisors Leads Mentors Human Resources (HR) and Vocational Services as needed and required.

Maintain student files record and maintain weekly progress notes that meet individual education plans and vocational goals.

Coach and support students and mentors to ensure a successful work experience.

Assist supervisors and leads to accommodate students when needed.

Serve in a liaison capacity between Skills Inc. and SDPs as outlined by the Program Manager and Director of Workforce Development.

Manage outcome-based program evaluation metrics and data.

Evaluate and report students progress and performance to the Program Manager.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Basic knowledge and familiarity in the following training topics; life skills soft skills self-advocacy general workplace safety and hygiene personal etiquette and workplace communication.

Knowledge or experience working in an inclusive work environment particularly those persons with disabilities.

Ability to deal with a wide variety of personalities and communication style.

Ability to provide direction and guidance.

Advanced computer literacy in Windows environment including MS Office experience.

Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.

Ability to travel within the Puget Sound region.

Accepting of criticism and ability to deal calmly and effectively with stressful situations.

Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

Ability to identify organize estimate and recognize differences or similarities.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

CONFIDENTIALITY

This position may require access to sensitive information which must be handled with the utmost discretion. This means that information and/or documentation related to employees suppliers customers business practices and all other related information remains confidential.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Preferred experience in Special Education Career and Technical Education youth or vocational counseling and/or professional training.

Two to five (2-5) years working with students and/or persons with disabilities.

ITAR US PERSON STATUS

Due to Skills Inc.s participation in the defense industry International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) apply. These rules require that only U.S. persons as defined by law can access view or share sensitive information or materials related to defense and military technologies. A U.S. person is a U.S. citizen a lawful permanent resident or someone admitted as a refugee or asylee.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are typical for this job. Employees must be able to meet these requirements to perform the essential duties. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to help individuals with disabilities perform these duties.

Constant standing and walking during the workday.

Frequent periods of sitting at a work station.

Occasional exposure to an indoor manufacturing environment.

Occasional lifting up to 10 lbs. and occasional lifting up to 30 lbs.

Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles and toxic chemicals.

Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts.

Occasional exposure to moderate noise.

Use of industry-standard personal protective equipment (PPE) is required

Definitions:

Constant (5-8 hrs. /shift)

Frequent (2-5 hrs. /shift)

Occasional (Up to 2 hrs. /shift)

SHIFT SCHEDULE:

1st Shift; Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

TOTAL REWARDS SUMMARY

At Skills Inc. our most important partnership is the one we share with our employees. We are dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of our employees and their dependents. That is why we offer a comprehensive and valuable benefits package which includes medical dental and vision insurance life and AD&D insurance paid time off and a 401(k) savings plan for eligible employees.

SALARY PAY RANGE

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based on candidate experience and qualifications as well as market and business considerations. Skills Inc. is a self-supporting social enterprise organized as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We have three lines of business: Aerospace Manufacturing Aerospace Finishing and Business Solutions which operate in 2 locations. Skills Inc. employs over 250 people and our social mission is to train employ and serve persons with disabilities. We accomplish our mission in three ways: direct hire vocational programs and services and serving as a resource to the community.

Salary Range: $25.00-$30.00

BENEFITS SUMMARY

Paid Vacation*

Paid Sick

401(k) with a percentage company-match contribution*

Paid holidays*- prorated based on shift

Medical dental vision and life insurance*

Employee Assistance Plan

EEO and ADA STATEMENT

Skills Inc.is committed to cultivating a culture of diversity equity and inclusion. We invite employees participants in our services vendors and customers to bring their authentic selves to every interaction. We strive to represent the communities in which we serve. We aspire to see and value people across the spectrums of age ability gender race sexual orientation perspectives and other visible and invisible differences. Skills Inc. embraces equitable practices at the center of our daily work and believes our organization is stronger for it. Skills Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required. New responsibilities activities and duties may be modified or added at any time by a member of the management team.

For questions regarding the aforementioned information please contact the Human Resources Department at .