Apprenticeship Specialist

ANNOUNCMENT OF POSITION VACANCY FLSA Status: United States of America (Exempt) Compensation: $45,000- $50,000 Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information! SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. Its this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea. From this place of humility and courage, weve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement. Inspired by the soul of the Westthe spirit that our region embodieswe emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create. Colorado Mesa University Core Values Love - Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others Dignity - Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill Courage - Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities Humility - Suspending ones ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others Resiliency - Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity Curiosity - Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown Power - The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals SECTION II THE SEAT At CMU, we look at every position as a seat. Every seat is vital and the individual in the seat contributes significantly to our mission of providing an affordable and accessible education and forming meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships that support the well-being and vibrancy of our community. As a human centric organization, a priority is to ensure we have the right seats in our organization, and that the expectations, ownership and accountabilities are defined and communicated clearly for the success of the individuals holding the seats. The Apprenticeship Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing program strategies for student outreach, recruitment, retention, and career advising for the CMU Techs Registered Apprenticeship Program. The Apprenticeship Specialist reports to the Coordinator of Registered Apprenticeship Programs and acts as a liaison between CMU Tech and industry partners, as well as various local and state organizations. The Apprenticeship Specialist travels locally in support of the Registered Apprenticeship Program and students. OVERVIEW AND ROLE SCOPE OF TEAM AND/OR TASKS Assist with outreach, recruitment, and retention of students in CMU Techs Registered Apprenticeship Program. Participate in trade fairs and make presentations to targeted audiences. Develop and foster professional relationships with industry partners, CMU/CMU Tech Departments, Faculty, Advisory Committees members, community groups and students. Prepare contracts and payment schedules for apprentices and employers. Conduct site visits to ensure state and federal guidelines are being met. Review and maintain student evaluations, lesson plans, monthly progress reports and record keeping systems. Collaborate with CMU Tech Faculty in course planning and career pathways. Assists the Coordinator of Registered Apprenticeship Programs identify new occupations from CMU Techs programs and works with them to complete the necessary documents. Interview, assess, counsel, and advise future and current apprentices in establishing educational and career goals. Advise on degree options and assist in the apprenticeship enrollment process including preparing and presenting applicants for acceptance. Weekly monitoring of progress including updates to faculty and administration as needed. Include administration in all correspondence, documentation, and report preparation for submission and to the Bureau of Labor & Industry. Maintains all apprentice and employer files, data, and records, including enrollments, completions, and transcription. Maintain and monitor multiple monthly cost tracking and fiscal year projections. Attend local, state, national meetings as required. Actively seek new apprenticeship learning, expansion opportunities and attend related professional development opportunities as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Associates degree from a regionally accredited Institution of Higher Education. Experience performing the duties of this job may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-by-year basis. Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws impacting early childhood program. Ability to work in a collaborative environment with faculty and staff. Skill in fostering relationships while maintaining professionalism. Skill in operating a computer and various software packages. Ability to prioritize multiple projects or to change priorities quickly and frequently. Institution of Higher Education is preferred. Knowledge of apprenticeship programs and governing agencies is preferred. HOW TO APPLY: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a: Cover letter Resume Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire) Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education. Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed. A comprehensive university in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus. As western Colorados largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its technical college, CMU Tech, and via online offerings. Colorado Mesa University serves as the primary intellectual and cultural center of western Colorado and promotes the exchange of ideas that are of regional, national, and international importance. Founded in 1925, it is a dynamic university enrolling 10,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels. At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they will encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that supports students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands. The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you will not have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs, and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, rafting, and a mountain resort thats less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorados best kept secrets.