Office Administration Instructor

Description The Office Administration Instructor provides instructional support for a U.S. Department of Labor Job Corps contractor, Human Learning Systems. The Job Corps program is a federally funded residential training program. The Instructor is responsible for providing students with industry-recognized instruction and training leading to full‑time jobs, higher education, or advanced training. Responsibilities And Duties Demonstrates and abides by Bizzell Core Values and operating principles. Promotes a positive and desirable atmosphere within the classroom setting to ensure maximum student motivation. Responsible for providing instruction, managing the classroom environment, and promoting student learning. Implement instructor’s lesson plans as outlined, assign student class work, and maintain classroom control and discipline. Leave a report for the instructor and include what assignments were completed and the behavior of students. Motivate and counsel students in areas of behavior, training, personal problems, or study habits. Coordinate with counselors and staff as necessary to resolve issues affecting student training. Participate in providing hands‑on activities for students as part of the career preparation program; provide feedback to the career preparation staff. Participate in activities associated with the intellectual and social development of students. In coordination with work‑based learning (WBL) staff; develop work‑based training sites on‑center, in the community, and at home‑based sites; monitor and document student progress at work‑based training sites monthly. Work with the community industry advisory council to review and recommend upgrades to the CTT program. Monitor labor market information; develop career transition and job placement plans, and assist with placement of graduates, in conjunction with the career transition readiness specialist. Work cooperatively with each student’s counselor and career transition readiness specialist. Provide strong customer service for both dependent and independent learners leading to trade completion. Prepare statistical reports and corrective action reports as necessary to achieve positive results. Provide positive, quality customer services to students, staff, and other center customers. Prepare students to transition from career technical training to the transition period by developing interviewing and employability skills. Regular and predictable attendance is required. Provide students with career technical training instruction, direction, and assistance in designated areas of instruction. Performs other duties as assigned. Regular and predictable attendance is required. Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices. Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures. Demonstrates and abides by Bizzell’s core values and operating principles. Models, mentors, and monitors appropriate Career Success Standards. Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement. Participation in PRH‑mandated staff training is mandatory. Perform other duties as assigned. Position Competencies Key Competencies Performance Standards/Results Effective Communication Presents information clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation. Very high standard of communication skills both written and verbal for the presentation of facts and ideas. Shows professional non‑verbal body language and actively listens to others. Organization of Work Action‑oriented. Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision‑making, flexibility, and problem‑solving. Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation, and priority assignment in addition to personal organization. Shows attention to detail and ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency. Continually seeks ways to improve employment service provided via the development of professional skills and personal growth. Professionalism Demonstrates professional interpersonal skills when interacting with others. Abides by Bizzell ’s Healthy Workplace Environment policy. Acts as a team player and builds professional relationships with coworkers to achieve goals. Leadership & Management Ability to exceptionally manage and lead students from diverse backgrounds. Committed to investing in and developing students and positioning them to succeed. Mission‑oriented and possesses a strategic vision. Motivates students and provides coaching and/or feedback when needed. Requirements Qualifications And Skills Bachelor's degree and one year of office administration experience. Directly related experience may be considered in lieu of formal educational requirements. Certified, licensed, or accredited in the state in which the center is located, is accredited by a professional trade organization (or is able to obtain certification within 90 days of hire), or two years of work‑related experience in the designated career training area. Experience with youth, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and computer proficiency are also required. Valid driver’s license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record. High level of communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills. High level of ability to motivate, inspire, and train students effectively. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; to reach with hands, and arms, talk, and listen. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; taste, and smell. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bizzell Group