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OLDC Community College Program Manager

Jones College

Job Description

This role is responsible for recruitment and placement activities in workforce development associated with the MS-SHIPS Office of Local Defense Community Corporation (OLDCC)) grant. The role will lead outreach and engagement activities with critical workforce stakeholders including K-12, industry, and aligned nonprofits as well as internal college partners.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Coordinate and deliver the FlexFactor program for K-12 students, including scheduling of Industry and College Tours, management of Final Pitches, and all other activities.
  • Work closely with college partners and external stakeholders to coordinate and host Employer Networking Events and Job Fairs with local companies and students to ensure a smooth transition from education pathway to employment.
  • Coordinate and host other workforce-related events including the Pitch competitions, Manufacturing Day, and other activities as needed.
  • Create as needed and continuously improve the workflows, tools, and documents that enable smooth program delivery and team function.
  • Maintain local relationships with key partners and funders to ensure they remain engaged and satisfied with performance.
  • Track and report on grant metrics at both defined intervals and when requested.
  • Solve problems as they arise for our partners to ensuring they are motivated to continue running NextFlex programming and participate in our Learning Community.
 
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
  • Bachelors degree
  • In depth understanding of project management and customer service. A critical aspect of this role is creating and adhering to program management processes that (1) carefully define workflows, roles, and responsibilities; (2) ensure timelines, milestones, and deliverables are met; (3) support, prepare and motivate our partners.
  • Successful candidates will be detail-oriented, organized, proactive, motivated, and able to keep pace in a fast-moving environment defined by ambiguity and last-minute challenges.
  • 3+ years of program management or similar experience
  • 3+ years of experience in Secondary Education
 
Candidates must also have:
  • Outstanding project management, time management, organization, and planning skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with youth.
  • A demonstrated ability to support and engage customers/partners from across the ecosystem.
  • Strong communication skills including written communication and public presentations.
  • Outstanding problem-solving skills and the ability to creatively address new challenges.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.

 

 
Preferred Qualifications:
 
  • Masters Degree
  • 5+ years of experience in Secondary/Post-Secondary
Applicant must provide the following by closing date:
  • Complete application and resume.
  • Minimum of three (3) references attesting to abilities in the discipline.
  • Documentation of educational achievement (transcripts, etc).
  • Documentation of teaching and/or work experience.
  • Essay on your Philosophy of Education
 
Contact person:
All inquiries should be directed to
Human Resources
Jones College
Luke Hammonds, Human Resources Director
900 South Court Street Ellisville, MS 39437
Office: 601-477-4058
 
Jones College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, or disability in its programs, activities, or employment practices. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding the non-discrimination policies: (ADA/ Section 504) Brenay Weems, ADA Coordinator, Student Affairs, phone 601-477-2673; email ADACoordinator@jcjc.edu and (Title IX) Ashley Holifield, Title IX Coordinator, Hutcheson-Hubbard Administration Building, phone 601-477-4899; email ashley.holifield@jcjc.edu . Jones County Junior College, 900 South Court Street, Ellisville, MS 39437

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