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Economic Development Coordinator
Job#: 485336
Positions: 1
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Athens, GA
Department: Economic Development
Category: Staff
Salary: Salary
Benefits: Full Benefits
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Job Description

Athens Technical College seeks an Economic Development Coordinator.  The Economic Development Coordinator is responsible for the coordination, development, monitoring, and completion of project initiatives associated with the assigned area within the division of Economic Development.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Coordinates and develops workforce development and training project initiatives, with a special emphasis on WIOA-funded workforce development programs including ManufactuREADY and Certified Nurse Aid (CNA), to include monitoring completion activities;
  • Develops and/or assists with the development of policies and procedures and recommends changes to effectively meet the goals and requirements of the programs and the needs of businesses and students;
  • Facilitates collaborative committees and community partnerships to serve business and student needs and to achieve program goals;
  • Communicates regularly on progress toward project goals and/or required results, conducts regular evaluation of services and programs, and makes recommendations for enhancements;
  • Enters and reviews program data for reporting requirements, generates reports, and provides data to internal and external customers;
  • Develops, implements, and oversees the maintenance of ManufactuREADY program student recruitment, scheduling, training files, record-keeping, distribution of materials, and other types of office/program systems;
  • Provides outreach and education to the community, business and industry, non-profits, and other local organizations about the wide variety of workforce development programs and services available through Athens Technical College, including ManufactuREADY and Certified Nurse Aid (CNA) programs;
  • Coordinates program-related student support programs as needed, and facilitates referrals for students requiring resources;
  • Manages and oversees financial/budget operations of assigned projects/ programs, such as ordering supplies, submitting invoices, and ensuring payment of contracted instructors.
  • Conducts regular evaluation of services provided and makes adjustments as needed;
  • Keeps abreast of policies, procedures, and state or federal laws that may impact project initiatives;
  • Maintains excellent working relationships with and serves as a liaison to internal and external customers.

Deadline to apply is Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 4:30 pm.





Skills/Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree *and* Two (2) years related work experience

Note:  Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience providing student support and sharing community resources. 
  • Knowledge of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and workforce development best practices.
  • Ability to develop and maintain community partnerships.
  • Experience in program management in an administrative role.

 

To apply, click "Apply to This Job" and submit your cover letter, resume/vita, three (3) professional references, and unofficial transcripts.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

NOTE: Official transcripts will be required upon an offer of employment. Official copies of transcripts must be sent directly to: Athens Technical College, Attn: Human Resources, 800 U.S. Highway 29 N, Athens, GA 30601 or send electronically to hr@athenstech.edu .

**Employment is contingent based upon successful completion of appropriate background checks.

As set forth in its student catalog, Athens Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).

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