Director Of Workforce Development Jobs in Jackson, MS

Job Title: Workforce Training Specialist

Reports To: Director of Workforce Training

Department: Workforce Solutions and Training

Vice President: VP of Workforce Development and Governmental Affairs

Exempt: Yes

GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION

All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.

The Workforce Training Specialist is responsible for developing and delivering workforce training programs that enhance the technical and professional skills of employees, job seekers, and other contracted customers. The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, or a related industry and possess the ability to effectively teach both technical competencies and essential workplace (soft) skills while responding to the training needs of business and industry.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Previous experience as a trainer or instructor.
• Proficiency in training materials development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for a variety of training modalities.
• Strong customer service skills and a positive and enthusiastic attitude are essential to the role.
• Ability to learn, demonstrate, and train individuals with varying abilities on a wide range of topics is necessary.
• Excellent planning, time management, and organizational skills are essential.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be able to work without close supervision.
• Extensive experience in a combination of technical subject matter skills, such as OSHA, LEAN Principles, Maintenance, Electrical, and Supply Chain/Distribution-related topics.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree preferred; Associate degree accepted; or at least five years of experience in a community college environment and/or training, or equivalent combination of industrial education and experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.
• Meet with clients from business and industry to determine customer-focused training needs.
• Write proposals based on customer-focused training needs.
• Design and develop training materials and course content that target tangible results.
• Ensure classroom/labs are set up correctly for the type of training and ensure all resources are in place.
• Implement effective and purposeful training methods.
• Administer training and assess outcomes.
• Create and maintain documentation and reports.
• Perform maintenance and cleanup of training environment and equipment.
• Project a professional image.
• Work with other professionals as a team player, and be committed to the overall success of the division and the College.
• Assist with the collection, review, and submission of all forms and reports to the proper agencies.
• Meet deadlines for reporting.
• Assist in the selection and procurement of instructional materials and supplies and equipment for training programs.
• Complete regular professional development as provided by the College or Division and as available through relevant professional organizations.
• Provide skill-specific training as subject matter expert for other industry sectors, including, but not limited to, transportation, distribution and logistics.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, taste and smell. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Ability to work nights and weekends. Ability to move and set-up training equipment and materials.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, and the employee is required to perform job responsibilities in the outdoors and off site. Training is also conducted outside on low ropes course in varying climatic conditions.

We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, ideas, and capabilities. We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions, drive innovation, and deliver better results.

Mission

Hinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession.

Vision

Hinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.

Values

Hinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS:

• Integrity
• Diversity
• Excellence
• Accountability
• Leadership
• Stewardship

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 of the Higher Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other applicable Federal and State Acts, Hinds Community College offers equal education and employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability or veteran status in its educational programs and activities. We recognize our responsibility to provide an open and welcoming environment that fosters a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion for employees and students to collaboratively learn, work and serve our communities.

The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these policies:

EEOC Compliance: Office of Human Resources, P.O. Box 1100, Raymond, MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3396 or Email: EEOC@Hindscc.edu

Title IX: Office of Student Services, Title IX Coordinator, P.O. Box 1100, Raymond, MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3585 or Email: TitleIX@hindscc.edu.