Workforce and Economic Development Coordinator

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Agency

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Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

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Full/Part-Time

Job Type

Compensation

Job Description

Recruitment Announcement

This position is available with the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education.

Job Code: E12B

Department/Area: Workforce and Economic Development

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Payband: 13

Summary

Serve as a coordinator between Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education (ODCTE) and administrators of technology centers and their Workforce and Economic Development (WED) divisions, other agencies and administrative entities involved with the delivery of career and technology education. Will also serve as liaison for Adult Career Development (ACD) programs statewide.

Assist in convening relevant partner groups for the purpose of supporting the system strategic purposes and the goals set forth by the State Director/State Board of Career and Technology Education. Knowledge of the administration and operation of career and technology education, WED, ACD and small business programs as well as policies and procedures of Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education WED and/or ACD services.

Education and Experience
Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in related field. 
• Successful, recent work experience in the field of career and technology education, WED or ACD programs, business and industry and/or economic development.
• Relevance of education and experience relating to position job duties will be validated and considered in the selection process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison to technology center Workforce & Economic Development (WED) and Adult Career Development administrators and staff.
• Conduct visits to technology centers and provide frequent communication to the above delivery arms.
• Collaborate with appropriate internal and external entities.
• Explore partnership opportunities that help support the CareerTech system’s purposes and goals.
• Be able to work autonomously while completing responsibilities and manage time effectively.
• Process and support all aspects of the economic development initiatives (EDI) administered by ODCTE through the CareerTech Information Management System (CTIMS).
• Foster relationships that focus on building and maintaining a workforce to strengthen Oklahoma's economy.
• Analyze the need and coordinate professional development activities that support the sharing of best practices and identifying current workforce trends.
• Provide technical training and assistance for the CareerTech Information Management System (CTIMS).
• Attend professional development activities, workshops, and in-service opportunities that support WED and ACD programs and services.
• Report issues and concerns directly to the appropriate ODCTE staff member for the purpose of enhancing the growth, development, and quality of career and technology education programs and services.
• Serve as a member of special teams, task forces, committees and professional organizations as assigned by the Director of Workforce Training or State Director of Career and Technology Education.
• Plan and coordinate travel arrangements to maximize impact and effectiveness of CareerTech WED, ACD and small business management services.

Salary and Benefits

$56,985.95 - $63,421.34

• The state provides a benefit allowance to help you pay for insurance premiums which include health, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• The amount of your allowance, $9,051.60 - $21,942.72, is determined based upon the dependents you choose to include in health coverage.
• State paid teacher’s retirement pension and flexible benefits plan.
• Vacation leave and 15 days sick leave and 11 paid holidays.
• Employee assistance program and flex-time work schedule options.

Total salary and benefits package valued at $72,001.01 - $91,811.91.

Management Responsibility

No management responsibility.

Communication Skills

Effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors, customers, and the public. Read, analyze and interpret professional journals and financial reports as necessary. Write reports and business correspondence. Communicate technical concepts and thoughts to administrators.

Mathematical Skills

Apply moderately complex mathematical equations as applicable, for example: calculating discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, and volume and applying concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Skills
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment

Position officed on-site at CareerTech in Stillwater, OK or at a Technology Center depending on successful applicants’ residency. Frequent weekly in-state travel required. 

Hiring contingent upon successful completion of background check.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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