This position will assist with building partnerships and coordinating efforts of local business and industry, and education officials to ensure the success of the Modern Manufacturing Training Program. The Project Manager will be a liaison between the Modern Manufacturing Center of Excellence (MM-COE), the K-12 system, and any private or public entity seeking information and assistance with the Modern Manufacturing (MM) training program. This position will work in a fast-paced environment based on collaboration, communication, and results.

Responsibilities: 

• Regularly communicates and coordinates with West AlabamaWorks! team and with the Modern Manufacturing Center of Excellence team
• Assists MM teachers in recruitment and marketing for the program
• Ensures industry connection and participation in the MM program and relevant Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs at each school
• Regularly communicates with K-12, postsecondary, and higher education officials about the current and future manufacturing workforce needs
• Assists with current and future projects to build the talent pipeline in the region
• Coordinates and prepares materials for meetings with employers, individually and through industry clusters, to determine the current and future manufacturing workforce needs. Will serve as the automotive industry cluster project manager
• Assists with or conducts presentations about the program to individuals, groups, businesses, agencies, elected officials, and organizations to encourage their cooperation and participation and to solicit suggestions, feedback, and partnerships
• Track and report data and outcomes of MM project and other related projects including preparation and submission of grant reports, and review of requested reimbursement documents from participating school systems.
• Assists with preparing project invoices for reimbursement
• Coordinates with industry partners to assist participating school systems with equipment, materials, and supplies
• Assist companies in connecting with students for employment opportunities
• Assists with job placement of students after program completion and high school graduation
• Performs such other tasks and duties as assigned by the Executive Director

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• Two years of private/public sector experience and/or human resources experience or equivalent
• Working knowledge of career and technical education and/or workforce development
• An understanding of workforce and/or economic development is helpful, but not required.
• Must be adaptable to changing programs, workforce needs, and areas of focus.
• Must be able to work well with a variety of individuals from education, post-secondary, industry, economic development and government.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Exceptional people skills with an outgoing personality
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Self-starter with a high degree of professionalism
• Ability to perform job functions with minimal daily supervision
• Thinks innovatively to offer new ideas, concepts, and solutions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Experience with Customer Relationship Management System
• Must be able to work normal hours of 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday and have reliable transportation, that is insured, and have a valid Alabama driver’s license;
• Participation in morning and evening meetings and events is also required
• Occasional out-of-town travel is required
• Ability to perform all essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation, including regular and predictable attendance, the ability to get along well with others, and represent the Regional Workforce Council in a professional and positive manner
• Successful candidate must maintain their work base or reside in the region, or be willing to re-locate to the region, at their own expense.
• Successful candidate must pass background check and drug screening.

Accountability:

• Reports directly to the Executive Director
• Maintains a high ethical standard in dealing with information of a highly confidential nature
• Works cooperatively and positively with all staff members and colleagues to promote an environment of excellence and teamwork

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Health insurance (BCBS)
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance
• Retirement Program
• Paid personal time off