MACNY - Workforce Development Specialist

Job description

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 primarily in Onondaga, Cayuga, and Oswego counties. 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: 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, intervi...