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WIOA Youth Team Coordinator

Eastern New Mexico University
Depends on Qualifications
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, 403(b), retirement plan
United States, New Mexico, Ruidoso
May 20, 2025
Position Overview Purpose and Scope The Coordinator is responsible for training staff to administer the Workforce Innovative Opportunity Act (WIOA) for Youth in the Eastern Region according to the contract with the Eastern Area Workforce Development Board. Requirements Duties and Responsibilities: Typical duties include, but are not limited to: Conduct trainings for staff on administering the WIOA Program Conduct trainings for staff on determining eligibility for participants requesting WIOA services/training Conduct trainings for staff on creating work experience contracts, supportive service contracts, and attendance sheets Conduct trainings on the New Mexico Workforce Connection Online system (NMWCOS) Review and approve all contracts for staff Review all WIOA enrollment applications Provide case management support to all Career Coaches Cover case management duties when necessary Coordinate activities with other One Stop staff members and community partners who provide related services Develop and maintain relationships with local employers Serve as an advocate for participants as needed Cross-train in other federal programs for which participants may qualify Coordinate with One Stop Operator to schedule and conduct workshops including Work Readiness and various re-employment services workshops (e.g. resume and cover letter writing, interviewing skills, coping with job loss/crisis management, job search techniques, keeping your job, etc.) Perform other related duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required: A Bachelor's degree or equivalent college credit hours in education, human services, sociology, psychology, social work, guidance and counseling or closely related field Three years' experience in Workforce Development activities Must be well-informed about the rules and regulations pertaining to the WIOA program Must possess a valid New Mexico driver's license as travel is required Preferred: Five years or more experience in Workforce Development activities Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organization skills Excellent computer and office skills Ability to establish good professional relationships with staff, employers, clients and diverse populations Ability to function in a fast-paced environment Complexity/Effort: Ability to learn and apply campus policies and procedures; ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the College community and campus visitors; ability to gather and analyze data necessary for informed decisions involving the community, students and employees. Skills in interpersonal communications are needed. Must have the ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position; to follow oral and written directions; to understand and follow safety procedures; to operate and use standard office equipment. Must be of good moral character with conduct consistent with the university and state code of conduct. Working Conditions Physical Demand and Working Conditions: Work is sedentary in nature that at times requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Work is performed during normal work hours, with some evenings and weekends to meet deadlines. Additional Information Application Review Date: Open Until Filled Condition of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment background check. Electronic Application Instructions:Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link on the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application: Required Documents: Please ensure that you attach all required documents even if you have applied for other positions at ENMU as the committee does not have access to those records. Letter of interest Resume Contact information for three references (blind or off list reference checks may be conducted on finalists) Transcripts (unofficial for application purposes) ENMU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Eastern New Mexico University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact the office of human resources at (575) 562-2115 . New Mexico is an open records state, therefore ENMU complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Requests for records should be sent toplanning.analysis@enmu.edu . For any other inquires please contact Human Resources at (575) 562-2115 or e-mailENMU.HRrecruiter@enmu.edu .