Position: Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Coordinator

Job Announcement

Position: Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Coordinator

Location: CEC / Coweta Campus

Department: Career Services

Reports to:Manager Career and Student Support Services

FLSA Designation:Non-exempt

Nature of duties: Plans and organizes the daily activities of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Program at WGTC; Participates in the development and implementation of employment service programs;Recruits applicants for the WIOA program;Performs case management and referral activities as prescribed by federal, state and local guidelinesor services in the WIOA Program through the local Workforce Investment Board;Assists with program entry paperwork, job placement and follow-up;Communicates and maintains accurate records and reports of client participation and outcomes toensure compliance with standards of WIOA. Enters data into computer or terminal;Establishes a working relationship with the public, community, and service deliveryorganizations/agencies;Assists with the design and execution of special events, projects and activities as requested

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university *and* Two (2) years of experience in counseling and/or social work in a similar program engaged in the delivery of multiple employment and training programs or similar programs

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with career counseling and workforce development.
• Previous use of a database software used to track participant progress.
• Knowledge of federally grant funded programs

Salary/Benefits: Salary low $30’s. Benefits include paid state holidays, vacation, retirement, personal and sick leave, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits Program.

Method of Application: Interested candidates should apply through electronic application system at: WGTC Job Center. Unofficial transcripts, resume and proof of applicable certifications/licensures are required for consideration.

Note: Selected candidate must successfully complete a background check to include employment references, criminal history, and verification of employment.

Employment Policy:The Technical College System of Georgia and West Georgia Technical College do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law) in educational programs, activities, admissions or employment. All applicants will be considered; however, only selected applicants may be interviewed. Approval of employment does not constitute a contract. Continued employment is contingent upon job performance and funding.