Job Goal: The Workfoce Facilitator works collaboratively with SCALE and CTE staff to anticipate, and respond to, the workforce training needs of the Metro North region adult learners.

 

Qualifications:

• Possession of a Master's Degree in Education, Administration, or other related field
• A minimum of three years successful experience in adult education
• Three years of experience as a supervisor or administrator is preferred
• Massachusetts DESE license or ABE license is preferred
• Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, and/or Haitian Creole is preferred
• Certification as a MAPT, STAR, or HISET assessor is preferred
• Experience with DESE ACLS guidelines and LACES system

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent computer skills, including facility with MS Excel
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience with and commitment to working with students and staff of diverse backgrounds
• Knowledge of principles and techniques of education for nontraditional learners
• Knowledge of principles and best practices for program development and program management
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Able to meet deadlines while multi-tasking
• Communicating effectively in a wide range of situations with professionalism, discretion, and tact
• Able to Mentally analyze a situation, solve problems, and make decisions under pressure in area of responsibility

 

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Director of Continuing Education in building, implementing, evaluating and assessing courses and programs to support a prepared workforce. This may include courses, programs and other specialized training (i.e. related instruction for apprenticeships).
• Assist in the development of an annual schedule of offerings, as well as facilitate the logistics for their successful implementation.
• Use labor market data, as well as frequent interaction with local and regional employers, to identify workforce development needs.
• Research trends and opportunities in career & technical education and make course/program proposals to the Director.
• Assist in the development and monitoring of yearly budgets, goals, and related metrics.
• Coordinate comprehensive marketing efforts for all courses and programs.
• Recruit students, on a regional basis, for upcoming courses and perform assessments as required.
• Assist with the Interview of job applicants and make hiring recommendations to the Director.
• Serves as the supervisor for the workforce staff, including evaluation.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of workforce staff and provide professional development opportunities.
• Assure that supplies, materials, and supportive services for courses and programs are procured.
• Maintain records and collect all information required for reporting purposes.
• Work collaboratively with support staff to ensure operational objectives are met.
• Serve on committees related to workforce development as requested by the Director of Continuing Education.
• Attend local, regional and statewide meetings, which support current legislative priorities (i.e. WIOA)
• Develop and facilitate student orientation and the enrollment process.
• Responsible for student engagement- ensure students are meeting attendance and academic requirements.
• Coordinate hiring events with partners and local social service organizations

 

Terms of Employment:

• Part Time / Grant Funded
• 9/1/2024 - 9/31/2025
• 3 evenings per week
• 16 hours per week
• Locations: SCALE Department 

 

Salary:  Salary and benefits in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement. (If applicable, please attach school transcripts with application)

 

Reports to: Director of Continuing Education or Designee

 

The Somerville Public School does not discriminate in its programs, facilities or employment of educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, home status, marital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' group or interferes with their ability to learn or work.