MACNY - Workforce Development Specialist

Overview

 

The Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY) seeks an energetic individual to serve as a Workforce Development Specialist. Reporting to the Manager of Corporate Services and Workforce Development, the Workforce Development Specialist’s primary focus will be on Direct Entry pre-apprenticeship programs.  The Workforce Development Specialist will engage businesses, educators and community partners to provide resources, training solutions and technical assistance for workforce challenges, specifically to support Registered Apprenticeship program pathways. 

 

The ideal candidate possesses strong personal and organizational skills along with an interest in recruiting and business outreach. 

Responsibilities

Responsibilities 

Pre-Apprenticeship Program Support 

• Work with the Pre-Apprenticeship team to support programming in coordination with education and industry partners to provide career preparation and job placement for program participants. 

• Serve on pre-apprenticeship advisory committees as required. 

• Collaborate with partners to establish program calendars and coordinate employer participation in programming. 

• Recruit, interview, & enroll participants into Direct Entry pre-apprenticeship programs. 

• Maintain accurate program documentation for reporting purposes. 

• Act as a liaison on MACNY services and program offerings to participants, businesses, educators, and community partners.  

• Perform work as a team member on multiple programs and grants including, but not limited to, data collection and providing grant program activity reports as required. 

• Write or contribute to monthly reports and articles. 

 

 Business Development & Community Relations 

• Maintain relationships with businesses, educators, and community partners to promote the benefits of MACNY’s workforce development initiatives and MACNY’s Membership offerings. 

• Collaborate on efforts, including prospecting, and presentations to secure new outreach and employer connections. 

• Develop and maintain partnerships with organizations and subject matter experts to advance the work of our talent development programs. 

• Work with businesses to identify and solve skill gaps utilizing MACNY’s talent development solutions. 

• Attend job fairs, conferences and other events. 

 

Project Execution 

• Facilitate in-person and web-based presentations and trainings. 

• Provide technical assistance to key stakeholders on the project. 

• Assist with program delivery to meet monthly, quarterly and yearly goals. 

• Assist in the facilitation of meetings with partner organizations. 

  

Reporting 

• Document program activities and outcomes in database systems with accuracy on a timely basis. 

• Contribute to the development and timely submission of grant reporting requirements. 

• Report monthly on project deliverables to ensure alignment with project scope of work. 

• Participate in planning and strategy meetings to design project deliverables and yearly project workplans. 

 

Other duties as assigned. 

Remote Position

No

Min Compensation

USD $60,500.00/Yr.

Max Compensation

USD $60,500.00/Yr.

Qualifications

 Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma or equivalency required. Must have valid driver’s license. 

• Goal-Oriented: Demonstrates a strong commitment to achieving program objectives and continuously improving program outcomes. 

• Solution-Oriented Approach: Ability to identify challenges and find effective solutions to overcome them, whether related to program logistics or participant needs. 

• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, sharing insights and supporting colleagues in achieving shared goals. 

• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders, including educators, industry partners, businesses, and community organizations. 

• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, coordinate program schedules, and ensure deadlines are met. 

• Creative Problem-Solving: Ability to think creatively when collaborating with partners to design and implement effective pre-apprenticeship solutions. 

• Technology Lite