{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"9ae873f308bc696296495149","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/9ae873f308bc696296495149","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/9ae873f308bc696296495149","title":"Workforce Development Program Liaison (ROADS Program)","description":"Workforce Development Program LiaisonThe Workforce Development Program Liaison will provide leadership and coordination of WNC's partnership with Nevada Department of Employment Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) on Realizing Opportunities for the American Dream to Succeed (ROADS) Program. This program's goal is to enhance the skills of Nevada's workers who are unemployed and/or underemployed. The ROADS program will capitalize on the existing strengths and resources of WNC and its partners to focus on industry-determined priorities in order to align training with industry demands. This position collaborates with faculty, division, and institution staff to create pathways between the community and WNC in order to open opportunities for the region's workforce. This position represents WNC within the community seeking opportunities to engage new students, recruits and guides students through the program while engaging support from WNC partners and program investors. Occasional travel to Reno and other WNC campuses may be required.Major ResponsibilitiesProvide community outreach, and work with guidance and support from the Advancement Team managers to successfully administer the ROADS program. Accomplish key operational and program tasks related to contract-funded project activities in support of ROADS students and partners.Work with WNC's Advancement Team Managers and ROADS work group to ensure contract accountability for the ROADS project including data collection, analysis and reporting, and tracking of contract and system requirements including billing and purchasing. Create quarterly progress reports to DETR's designated contract manager.Drive contract deliverables such as recruitment of special student populations to the ROADS program especially those prospective students motivated to elevate their careers by learning new skills.Conduct student recruitment and retention activities.Support and manage the screening and evaluation of applicants using an online program application.Initiate and sustain communications to students enveloping aspects of program enrollment that foster retention, including learning about and referring to wrap-around services and resources provided through the ROADS program and through WNC and community partners.Coordinate and track participant progress.Identifies obstacles for students using a needs assessment process and deploys ROADS resources to support students in overcoming challenges. Uses resources within the college and the community to ensure student success.Facilitate and advocate as the primary point of contact for new and continuing students to apply for and enroll in programs and classes, and intervene as a liaison between college services and processes.Engage as the primary employer-liaison working with HR offices, business owners and recruiters to ensure access to hiring data as well as job openings and to coordinate and promote hiring events.Manage existing and develop new relationships with agencies, individuals and employers to match WNC capabilities to training needs.Interview representatives from targeted industries and inventory their needs and employment offerings.Facilitate job shadowing for applicants to participate in their chosen occupation for one day or shift to determine if the occupation selected is a good fit for the applicant.Manage relationships with partners including JOIN, Job Connect and other private and public agencies related to employee training and hiring.Train recent ROADS program graduates and other community members to serve as volunteer support staff to mentor participants through all levels of the program.Collaborate with all appropriate college departments on specific contract matters as well as the processes and systems which facilitate efficient and high-quality operations.Develop and deliver outreach and engagement activities including effective marketing strategies related to recruiting and retaining students with guidance of Advancement team managers and assistance from campus offices and services. Using knowledge gathered within the community, collaborates within the Advancement Team in creating social media posts and press releases to drive the Roads Program.Ability to work from field locations or remotely as requested. Some travel within Nevada will be necessary and scheduled in advance where possible.Represents WNC within the community, attending community events to promote workforce development opportunities through the ROADS program.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree and three years of related professional experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree (i.e., AA+4 yrs related professional experience). A minimum of an Associate's degree is required.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesHas the ability to model appropriate behaviors that support student success, employer demands and the department culture and visionHas the ability to maintain awareness of trends, needs, and opportunities to leverage WNC strengthsHas knowledge of and demonstrates proficiency with department software and technologyHas effective written and oral interpersonal, communication, and presentation skillsHas the ability to see, analyze, assess, create solutions and opportunitiesHas the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meets deadlines; strong organizational and project management skillsHas the ability to work collaboratively within the community and with, students, staff, and facultyAs a member of the Advancement Team, has the ability to work both independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision; be self-motivated and independently prioritize workMinimum Starting SalaryThis position is at a salary grade C. The minimum of the placement range is $73,531.55. The selected candidate will be placed at or above the minimum based on education and experience. WNC's placement range falls within the NSHE salary schedule: NSHE ADMINISTRATIVE SALARY SCHEDULEPerks of Working at WNCBeautiful campus located along numerous biking and walking trailsVoluntary supplemental retirement plans, both pre-tax and Roth options available (403b, 457b plans)Employer paid Long Term Disability (LTD) ProgramHealth insurance options including dental and vision -Health InsuranceGenerous annual leave (A contract), sick leave (A & B contract), 12 paid holidays -Faculty BenefitsThe WNC Fitness Center offers Faculty and Staff membership WNC Fitness CenterComPsych our Employee Assistance Program offers resources and assistance to Faculty and StaffDiscounted WNC Staff rates for our Child Development Center which has received Four Star Recognition from the Nevada Silver Star Quality Rating and Improvement SystemVoluntary benefits including accident, disability, legal services, and more –Voluntary BenefitsAn administrative faculty senate represents full-time, administrative facultyFree parking and plenty of it!No State income tax!Education Benefits for Faculty Employees and Family MembersWNC is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and their qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Qualified dependents of faculty can take unlimited credits per semester. More information can be found in the Board of Regents Handbook.Exempt Yes Full-Time Equivalent 100.0%Required Attachment(s)Resume3 Professional References","company":"Western Nevada College","rawCompany":"western nevada college","city":"Fallon","state":"NV","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-05T03:57:06.254Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9151.00","title":"Social and Community Service Managers","slug":"social-and-community-service-managers"},{"code":"13-1151.00","title":"Training and Development Specialists","slug":"training-and-development-specialists"},{"code":"21-1099.00","title":"Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other","slug":"community-and-social-service-specialists-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"926110","title":"Administration of General Economic Programs","slug":"administration-of-general-economic-programs"},{"code":"624310","title":"Vocational Rehabilitation Services","slug":"vocational-rehabilitation-services"},{"code":"611310","title":"Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools","slug":"colleges-universities-and-professional-schools"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Workforce Development Program Liaison (ROADS Program)","description":"Workforce Development Program LiaisonThe Workforce Development Program Liaison will provide leadership and coordination of WNC's partnership with Nevada Department of Employment Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) on Realizing Opportunities for the American Dream to Succeed (ROADS) Program. This program's goal is to enhance the skills of Nevada's workers who are unemployed and/or underemployed. The ROADS program will capitalize on the existing strengths and resources of WNC and its partners to focus on industry-determined priorities in order to align training with industry demands. This position collaborates with faculty, division, and institution staff to create pathways between the community and WNC in order to open opportunities for the region's workforce. This position represents WNC within the community seeking opportunities to engage new students, recruits and guides students through the program while engaging support from WNC partners and program investors. Occasional travel to Reno and other WNC campuses may be required.Major ResponsibilitiesProvide community outreach, and work with guidance and support from the Advancement Team managers to successfully administer the ROADS program. Accomplish key operational and program tasks related to contract-funded project activities in support of ROADS students and partners.Work with WNC's Advancement Team Managers and ROADS work group to ensure contract accountability for the ROADS project including data collection, analysis and reporting, and tracking of contract and system requirements including billing and purchasing. Create quarterly progress reports to DETR's designated contract manager.Drive contract deliverables such as recruitment of special student populations to the ROADS program especially those prospective students motivated to elevate their careers by learning new skills.Conduct student recruitment and retention activities.Support and manage the screening and evaluation of applicants using an online program application.Initiate and sustain communications to students enveloping aspects of program enrollment that foster retention, including learning about and referring to wrap-around services and resources provided through the ROADS program and through WNC and community partners.Coordinate and track participant progress.Identifies obstacles for students using a needs assessment process and deploys ROADS resources to support students in overcoming challenges. Uses resources within the college and the community to ensure student success.Facilitate and advocate as the primary point of contact for new and continuing students to apply for and enroll in programs and classes, and intervene as a liaison between college services and processes.Engage as the primary employer-liaison working with HR offices, business owners and recruiters to ensure access to hiring data as well as job openings and to coordinate and promote hiring events.Manage existing and develop new relationships with agencies, individuals and employers to match WNC capabilities to training needs.Interview representatives from targeted industries and inventory their needs and employment offerings.Facilitate job shadowing for applicants to participate in their chosen occupation for one day or shift to determine if the occupation selected is a good fit for the applicant.Manage relationships with partners including JOIN, Job Connect and other private and public agencies related to employee training and hiring.Train recent ROADS program graduates and other community members to serve as volunteer support staff to mentor participants through all levels of the program.Collaborate with all appropriate college departments on specific contract matters as well as the processes and systems which facilitate efficient and high-quality operations.Develop and deliver outreach and engagement activities including effective marketing strategies related to recruiting and retaining students with guidance of Advancement team managers and assistance from campus offices and services. Using knowledge gathered within the community, collaborates within the Advancement Team in creating social media posts and press releases to drive the Roads Program.Ability to work from field locations or remotely as requested. Some travel within Nevada will be necessary and scheduled in advance where possible.Represents WNC within the community, attending community events to promote workforce development opportunities through the ROADS program.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree and three years of related professional experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree (i.e., AA+4 yrs related professional experience). A minimum of an Associate's degree is required.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesHas the ability to model appropriate behaviors that support student success, employer demands and the department culture and visionHas the ability to maintain awareness of trends, needs, and opportunities to leverage WNC strengthsHas knowledge of and demonstrates proficiency with department software and technologyHas effective written and oral interpersonal, communication, and presentation skillsHas the ability to see, analyze, assess, create solutions and opportunitiesHas the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meets deadlines; strong organizational and project management skillsHas the ability to work collaboratively within the community and with, students, staff, and facultyAs a member of the Advancement Team, has the ability to work both independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision; be self-motivated and independently prioritize workMinimum Starting SalaryThis position is at a salary grade C. The minimum of the placement range is $73,531.55. The selected candidate will be placed at or above the minimum based on education and experience. WNC's placement range falls within the NSHE salary schedule: NSHE ADMINISTRATIVE SALARY SCHEDULEPerks of Working at WNCBeautiful campus located along numerous biking and walking trailsVoluntary supplemental retirement plans, both pre-tax and Roth options available (403b, 457b plans)Employer paid Long Term Disability (LTD) ProgramHealth insurance options including dental and vision -Health InsuranceGenerous annual leave (A contract), sick leave (A & B contract), 12 paid holidays -Faculty BenefitsThe WNC Fitness Center offers Faculty and Staff membership WNC Fitness CenterComPsych our Employee Assistance Program offers resources and assistance to Faculty and StaffDiscounted WNC Staff rates for our Child Development Center which has received Four Star Recognition from the Nevada Silver Star Quality Rating and Improvement SystemVoluntary benefits including accident, disability, legal services, and more –Voluntary BenefitsAn administrative faculty senate represents full-time, administrative facultyFree parking and plenty of it!No State income tax!Education Benefits for Faculty Employees and Family MembersWNC is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and their qualified dependents. 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