Workforce Coordinator- OSHA

Incumbents are responsible for the development and delivery of on‑and off‑campus credit and noncredit courses, seminars, and workshops to meet the workforce development needs of students, employers and community agencies. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Develop, implement, and manage OSHA training programs and courses. Reporting/Coordinating with OTE in Chicago and Consortium Partners. Stay updated on OSHA regulations and best practices in safety training. Knowledge of OSHA Education Center requirements, regulations and safety standards. The Workforce Coordinator-OSHA will work in an office setting but may also travel to training locations as needed. A commitment to promoting a safe and healthy work environment is essential. Designs and/or coordinates the development of systems/programs; work may involve conducting surveys and interviews in assigned areas to determine educational and training needs, establishing databases or invoicing & tracking mechanisms, and ensuring that programs and services are designed in accordance with client needs and applicable policies and guidelines. Develops and implements effective programs in assigned areas, follows processes and procedures for client and services agreements, and working with other MCC departments. Performs or conducts outreach and/or research pertaining to agencies, employers, and community partners to support MCC’s workforce program. Coordinates schedules and/or arranges for appropriate facilities for courses, seminars, and workshops both on and off campus as needed. Coordinates the recruiting, recommendations, and hiring of part‑time trainers to conduct assigned educational and training programs in accordance with established College procedures; and supervises support staff to ensure work is performed in compliance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures. Coordinates with faculty, trainers, business & industry, students, the marketing department, and other internal/external staff, departments, and/or agencies to communicate pertinent information; provide recommendations; identify potential funding sources; participate in the development of marketing materials, schedules, and proposals; and/or facilitate related departmental operations. Assists with evaluating training programs, materials, and other educational resources as needed; work may involve researching and analyzing data on workforce trends and other information, and making or implementing recommendations based on findings. Prepares and maintains records, reports, and other documentation, to ensure timely and accurate documentation, present findings, and comply with applicable laws, policies, and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Accounting, Business, Communication, Education, Engineering, or related fields. 2 years of experience in training, education, research or related area. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of principles and practices of data and information research and analysis. Knowledge of training principles. Knowledge of course design principles. Knowledge of best practices, trends and emerging technologies. Knowledge of basic principles and methods of qualitative and quantitative research. Knowledge of basic principles and methods of critical thinking and analysis. Knowledge of trends in job search methods, local hiring, and employment. Knowledge of techniques and methods of tracking progress and results. Knowledge of basic concepts and methods of project management. Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations. Knowledge of customer service principles. Knowledge of specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment. Knowledge of modern office technology. Skilled in designing courses and workshops. Skilled in monitoring and tracking program measurement results. Skilled in gathering data, analyzing findings, and applying logic and reason. Skilled in authoring reports, documents and presentations. Skilled in compiling, sorting and articulating issues and recommendations. Skilled in coordinating deadlines and prioritizing competing demands. Skilled in researching industry trends, solutions and best practices. Skilled in organizing and maintaining records and files. Skilled in interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards. Skilled in providing customer service. Skilled in prioritizing and assigning work. Skilled in utilizing a computer and relevant software applications. Skilled in utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and others sufficient to exchange or convey information. Physical Requirements Positions in this class typically require feeling, grasping, hearing, keyboarding, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, talking, visual acuity, and walking. The work is sedentary work which requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly. EEO Statement Metropolitan Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any person based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, birth, ancestry, national origin, or disability. EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled Accommodations MCC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, MCC will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations in all aspects of employment, including the application process. To request an accommodation and/or a copy of the Americans with Disabilities Act applicant procedures, please contact the Office of Human Resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr Metropolitan-Community-College