Apprenticeship Coordinator

Description

The Purpose

The Apprenticeship Coordinator is responsible for developing both industry and community college pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs for Henderson and Transylvania Counties. The Apprenticeship Coordinator will work with local business and industry to develop programs to meet local needs.

Why it’s Important

The Blue Ridge team is excited by every opportunity to be creative, innovative, and engaging. We do this by working alongside our faculty to ensure we provide a modern, technologically advanced institution for the community. We are here to support our Faculty and Students to ensure they reach their highest potential.

Examples of Duties

What You'll be Doing

Facilitate conversations about apprenticeships with local business and industry within Henderson and Transylvania Counties.

Work cooperatively with all staff to facilitate the delivery of programs, courses, classes and events in Henderson and Transylvania Counties.

Coordinate and ensure all programs are delivered in accordance with BRCC, Mountain Area Workforce Development Board, ApprenticeshipNC, expectations and regulations.

Serve as an advocate of industry and act as the point person for BRCC between industry partners, Mountain Area Workforce Development Board, local economic development organizations, local chambers of commerce and ApprenticeshipNC.

Register, maintain applications and other program data in the ApprenticeshipNC database.

Mentor and assist apprentices throughout the pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship cycle.

Coordinate and assist with college recruitment events including industry tours as related to apprenticeship.

Maintain, monitor and report the course and program records for programs in the pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs.

Develop, maintain, monitor and report on grants associated with apprenticeship.

Collaborate with the local economic development boards, chambers of commerce, Mountain Area Workforce Development Board and secondary education systems to recruit for the pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs.

Coordinate admissions processes and procedures for all apprenticeship students with appropriate college staff and faculty.

Coordinate marketing and recruiting efforts at the secondary level with the College Recruiter and NC Works Career Coaches.

Develop, monitor and plan effective utilization of budget resources in collaboration with the Director of Corporate and Customized Training.

All employees are responsible to ensure compliance and confidentiality with all policies and procedures of the College, NC Community College System, and applicable State and Federal regulations.

Additionally

Travel locally to industry, businesses, high schools and state functions for meetings and other requirements.

Maintain the technical competencies necessary to the job function.

Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree required.

Experience

Minimum of 2 years administrative, clerical or office environment experience. Preferred experience in identifying problems, creating solutions and managing projects involving recruitment, retention and management of students in apprenticeships and internships.

Skills and the Know-How

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, has strong personal and professional integrity, effective written, and verbal communication skills, strong presentation skills, and a commitment to safety. Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite or similar products, spreadsheets, database systems, College email and website, and other computer applications associated with the position. Ability to work effectively as a part of a team, work with diverse clients, and work independently is required.

Additional Information

Physical Demands

The ability to perform all duties associated with the position including, but not limited to lifting, prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping, and operating or performing work with associated tools and machines.