Skills for Success Specialist

The Skills for Success Specialist will assist with scheduling, invoicing, and facilitating job placements for participants enrolled in the Innovation Center – Skills for Success training programs. In support of the Skills for Success Coordinator, the role is instrumental in ensuring the effective operation of the program offerings and implementing new offerings as available. QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree in business management, human resources, or a related field is required Three years of experience with Elevate registration, course creation, and Skills for Success course management. Must have good interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, employees, colleagues, public examiners, and the public; must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 4. Must be able to multi-task, prioritize among competing tasks, use critical thinking skills, and work independently. RESPONSIBILITIES: In collaboration with the Skills for Success Coordinator, schedule training sessions for the Skills for Success program at Wallace State, securing lab space, instructors and participant availability. Oversee the invoicing process for the Skills for Success program, maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring timely billing for any associated costs or materials. Work closely with instructors and staff at Wallace State to ensure hands-on training logistics are well-managed and that resources needed for course delivery are readily available. Act as a liaison for students enrolled in the Skills for Success program, providing guidance, answering questions, and coordinating job placement opportunities with services available to them. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of participant enrollment, completion rates, and job placements, utilizing data to assess program efficacy and make recommendations for improvements. Meet with students, prospective students, and business/industry regarding Skills for Success programs and conduct Skills for Success presentations on campus, at area high schools, and in the community. In order to perform these essential functions, the Skills for Success Specialist must be present at work. Therefore, attendance is also an essential function. SALARY: Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule E3 ($39,759-$57,251) of the Alabama Community College System Salary Schedule. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: A complete application packet must be received no later than 1 p. m., Thursday, September 27, 2024. A complete application packet consists of: (1) Completed Wallace State Community College employment application with three work references (2) Résumé (3) Cover letter describing specifically how your experience and qualifications meet the qualifications outlined for the position (4) Verification of experience (employment) will be required after the interview process and prior to an offer of employment. Letter(s) must come from current and/or former employers, verifying employment experience to meet minimum required qualifications. Letter(s) must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. (5) Separate transcripts from each college attended (photocopies will suffice until employed) Applicants must meet eligibility requirements to work in the U.S. at time of appointment. All application materials must be submitted as a complete packet and will become the property of the College. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only application packets received during the period of this announcement will be considered. APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: WWW.WALLACESTATE.EDU/EMPLOYMENT Please Note: ALL APPLICATION MATERIAL MUST BE SCANNED. It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these documents during the process. When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they have submitted all necessary application materials in accordance with the vacancy announcement. Most correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail. In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and to submit a nonrefundable fee of $26.40 (additional charges may apply) for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. APPLICATION DEADLINE: The deadline for receipt of all application material is September 27, 2024. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The College reserves the right to fill the position within four months of the stated deadline date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position should circumstances warrant the need to fill more than one position. Applicants scheduled for an interview may receive or review the Essential Functions for the position at the time of the personal interview. Any applicant, however, may request a copy of the Essential Functions for the position prior to the interview appointment. All male applicants between the ages of 18-26 must provide proof of Selective Service Registration. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is complete. Before an offer of employment can be made to the selected candidate, the College will require written verification (on letterhead and signed by an appropriate authority) from current and previous employers confirming the required level of experience as stated in the “Qualifications” section. Wallace State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College Systems, that no person no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Wallace State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Wallace State reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. If you have a disability and may require accommodations, please notify us at 256-352-8029. Wallace State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirm an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $39,759.00 - $57,251.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person