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Cornell University · 4 months ago

Contract English Program Coordinator - Oriskany,NY

New York State (Other)

Full-time, Contract

Onsite

Entry Level

$20/hr - $20/hr

2+ years exp

Cornell University is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. The Workforce Development Coordinator will support and coordinate the workforce development initiatives for the Contractor English Program, focusing on recruiting non-English speakers and connecting them with necessary training and resources.

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Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide workforce development educational programs to meet identified needs and interests of individuals and groups within the community

Utilize established program resources and materials in providing information and resources to program participants and/or community members

Foster acceptance of program, methods, and policies to address community and individual needs and consider various audiences

Inform program participants of other Extension programs, community agencies, and services as part of program delivery

Consult and utilize target audiences/stakeholders, collaborators, organizations, agencies, government, and other key partners in program delivery efforts

Serve as an active team member and cooperate with the entire program and administrative staff to achieve association program delivery goals

Implement program evaluation as designed

Interact with program participants, program committees, and other key stakeholders as identified to collect evaluation data

Recommend program changes to strengthen and improve programs

Communicate evaluation results and findings

Assist in analyzing collected program evaluation data for reporting and program improvement purposes using standard, established policy, procedure, and methods

In collaboration with supervisor, assist with establishing program goals and priorities

Identify opportunities for innovative workforce development activities

Provide supervisor with program related information to assist in the budget development process

Develop effective communication and working relationships with appropriate agencies, organizations, industries, and community leaders for program

Assist with development of marketing strategies, public affairs, and special events to reach target audiences and meet program objectives

Assist with identifying activities and resources needed to carry out program priorities and goals in consultation and collaboration with supervisor, agency partners, and other key community constituents

Solve problems and resolve conflicts that arise within the program utilizing appropriate policies and procedures and with supervisor guidance as needed

Assist with identifying activities and resources necessary to implement initiatives and projects

Coordinate administrative tasks related to the program

Coordinate and assist with special projects and outreach efforts as required

Apply existing subject matter knowledge to compile and maintain workforce development materials

Utilize existing program materials to recruit participants to the workforce development program

Provide information and connect program participants with wraparound services as needed

Coordinate program implementation efforts, planning and activities

Collect, prepare, and maintain paperwork, participant files and database as required by supervisor, Association, and funding source requirements

Schedule, coordinate, facilitate and/or participate in project-related meetings, trainings, and conference calls related to workforce development efforts as required

Effectively maintain existing professional relationships with other agencies, organizations and businesses that promote effective communication and facilitate continued programming efforts

Maintain confidentiality of all information and data collected, accessed and/or maintained

Provide data and information to assist with preparation of reports, impact statements, and success stories for funders, advisory committees, Board, and others as requested

Transport self and/or program materials/resources in performing position responsibilities

In cooperation with supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes and Association priorities

Participate in all required orientation, training, and/or in-service meetings and trainings as scheduled/required

Pursue personal growth through expanding personal knowledge of the total organization and through updating techniques and technical skills relating to the position

Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Cooperative Extension programs and perform other duties as assigned

Maintain regular and predictable attendance and punctuality

Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment

Be familiar with and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard

Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified

Qualification

’s degreeEnglish proficiencyMicrosoft OfficeOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaborationConfidentiality

Required

Bachelor's degree or Associate degree with 2 years transferrable program/functional experience

Experience relevant to the role of the position

Ability to clearly communicate (speak, read, and write proficiently) in English

Ability to organize, manage, and prioritize multiple tasks, deadlines, requirements, and priorities to complete work in a timely manner and within established deadlines

Ability to relate effectively, clearly, and tactfully through verbal, written, and electronic methods

Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position

Ability to meet acceptable background check standards

Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate

Proficiency or ability to learn and effectively use software including use of the internet and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Excel)

Preferred

Ability to effectively participate in professional team efforts

Ability to identify and utilize program resources from the organization and the community

Benefits

NYS Health Insurance Program (including FREE Dental Insurance)

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Total Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Tax Deferred Annuity Plan

Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts

Voluntary Group Universal Life Insurance

Voluntary Personal Accidental Insurance

Voluntary Legal Plan Insurance

Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance

Voluntary Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance

Voluntary Pet Insurance

12 Paid holidays, two floating holidays (can be used at any time of year), 12 days of vacation time per year, 4 personal days and 15 sick days per year!

Company

Cornell University

Glassdoor4.4

Cornell is a privately endowed research university and a partner of the State University of New York.

Founded in 1952

New York, New York, USA

10001+ employees

https://gradschool.weill.cornell.edu

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