Manager, Work-Based Learning

Pellissippi State Community College   Knoxville, TN   Full-time     Education
Posted on March 26, 2024
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Title: Manager, Work-Based Learning

Pay Rate: $51,170 - $63,600.00/salary. To be considered in determining pay, all related work experience must be listed on the application.

Type of Appointment: Full-Time

Department: Career Development

Position Number: 190010

Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application:

• Resume

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Three Professional References (See below)

Reference check requirements:
  • Non-supervisory roles: three (2) current or former supervisors and one professional reference.
Personal references (friends, clergy, customers, relatives) are not considered acceptable references.

Job Summary: This position is responsible for developing and coordinating work-based learning opportunities that integrate classroom education with real-world work experiences. Work-Based Learning opportunities encompass Internships, Apprenticeships, Job Shadowing, Service Learning, Cooperative Education, and other WBL high-impact practices. This position will work collaboratively with college departments and employer partners to provide students with valuable hands-on learning opportunities.

Essential Functions:

20% Collaborate with industry partners to develop programs and activities such as Cooperative Education, Internships, Apprenticeships, Pellissippi Workforce Institute, Job Shadowing, Service Learning, and other WBL programs.

10% Facilitate selection of students in collaboration with Academic Deans, Department Chairs, Community Partners, and the department of Workforce & Community Development. Ensure work-based learning opportunities for students are based on program requirements and student career goals, as well as orienting students to work based learning experiences.

15% Coordinate the supervision of student WBL participants with employer partners, and conduct on-site employer visits to monitor and evaluate student progress.

25% Work closely with Career Development team, reporting to the Director of Career Development, assisting with classroom presentations related to pre-employment skills, career exploration fairs, community job fairs, events designed to increase awareness of careers and WBL opportunities at various Pellissippi State campuses. Disseminate information on work-based learning programs to employers, partners, professors, students, and faculty/staff.

15% Cultivate and maintain partnerships between external and internal partners to ensure quality WBL opportunities in Blount and Knox Counties.

10% Maintain strong relationships with local workforce and economic development agencies to assess job market and training needs to assist in the development of WBL experiences.

5% Assist the College in increasing participation in Dual Enrollment, completion of technical diplomas, certificates, and AAS degrees, as well as expanding access to industry recognized certifications.

5% Perform administrative duties related to data collection, compliance reporting, evaluation and institutional needs, and other duties as assigned.

Key Result Areas:

To identify and increase participation of Pellissippi State students in career development, career exploration, and WBL activities; increasing the number of WBL participants enrolled in relevant dual enrollment and/or college classes, establishing new school/employer relationships, starting new work-based endeavors for students and increased participation in internships, apprenticeships, job shadowing and other WBL opportunities for current Pellissippi State students.

Job Requirements:
  • Master's Degree in a field related to the position- this could be in education or in a business/industry discipline
  • Three years of full-time employment in a setting related to the position - this could be in education or in business/industry.
Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience.

Complexity & Creativity: This position requires the ability to analyze complex situations and make decisions. Critical thinking and creativity are necessary. The ability to interpret policies related to education and employment is required. Ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of people in complex situations is critical to success in this position. Able to engage in the college's mission and values.

Magnitude of Impact: Breadth of impact includes academic and non-academic departments such as advising, student support, and multiple schools/educational levels along with local employers. Some impact could be immediate, but most will be longer-term. In case of an issue, the supervisor would likely be the first called upon with the vice-president, External Affairs next.

Responsibility for Accuracy: Accuracy is required. Typical errors could be in documenting number of participants or time of participation. Verification is regular - no less frequently than quarterly - and often monthly. There is a high likelihood that any errors would be caught and corrected.

Financial Impact: Reputational damage to the institution would be more likely than financial impact. It is unlikely that misuse of grant dollars could occur.

Budgetary: This position has limited budgetary control - primarily advisory.

Judgement & Decisions: Decisions may be made within the context of Career Development and opportunities. Most decisions are reviewed by the immediate supervisor before becoming effective.

Nature of Contacts: The employee is expected to form relationships with business/industry partners, make connections between businesses and multiple levels of educational institutions. They may be called upon to provide or get information, to discuss and seek understanding, to persuade, to negotiate and resolve conflicts.

Physical Demands: The employee must be able to communicate effectively including the ability to speak English clearly, hear, and see. The employee must be independently mobile, and must possess a valid Driver's License and be able to safely operate a vehicle. Manual dexterity and the ability to lift moderate weight - such as boxes of printed material - is required.

Hazards: Hazards associated with working in an office environment and driving a vehicle are expected. The employee may be exposed to a variety of workplace hazards when visiting partner sites.

Full-time Employment Benefits:

• Insurance Options Health, dental, vision, life, short/long-term disability, FSA/HSA Wellness Incentive Program, if enrolled in health plan

• Educational Assistance Fee Waiver Spouse/Dependent discounts Audit/Non-Credit Reimbursement Program

• Employee Assistance Program

• Retirement options Tennessee traditional pension plan option (TCRS) 401k with $50 company match/457/403b

• Employee Discount program with over 900+companies

• 13 Paid Holidays/Year Includes paid days off the last week of December

• Sick Leave Bank

• Longevity Pay

• Many opportunities for professional development

Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered for a position at Pellissippi State, you must create an on-line application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Work experience that is not listed on the application will not be considered towards compensation. Please note: attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form. Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. Please note: to scan, upload, or attach documents, a computer and scanner are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center, if needed.

Pellissippi State Community College is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA employer

If you have any problems or questions please contact Human Resources at Pellissippi State Community College's Human Resource Office at 865-694-6607 or by email at recruiting@pstcc.edu .

If you are interested in this position, click on the link to the left to apply.

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