Associate Coordinator - Workforce Development
4 days ago
Wauwatosa
Summary The Associate Coordinator – Workforce Development (the “Associate Coordinator”) is a position that provides services to members of the Plumbing and Mechanical Sheet Metal Contractors’ Alliance (“PMSMCA”), the Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Association of Milwaukee and Southeastern Wisconsin, Inc. (“PMC”), the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ Association of Milwaukee, Inc. (“SMACCA Milwaukee”). Together, the PMC, SMACCA Milwaukee, and PMSMCA are referred to herein as the “Alliance,” a not-for-profit trade association, and its related associations and industry funds. As a member of the staff, the Associate Coordinator must have the ability to coordinate projects and programs, have a can-do attitude, and be willing to pitch in to help with any tasks necessary to get the job done. This position reports directly to the Assistant Director of Membership Engagement and Workforce Development. This position requires attendance at off-site member events and meetings, so access to reliable transportation is a must. Responsibilities Workforce Development Coordinates, under the direction of the Assistant Director of Membership Engagement and Workforce Development, the programs and efforts related to workforce development, including but not limited to: • Youth Apprentice Interview Day and Youth Apprentice Signing Day;, • Career Fairs – at high schools, workforce development centers, technical colleges, etc.;, • Contractor/labor partner school field trips and workshops;, • Summer Trades activities with local labor partners;, • Heavy Metals Summer Experience;, • Supports Workforce Development Committee meetings and communications Facilitates the relationship between the PMSMCA and workforce development partners locally and regionally, including WRTP/BIG STEP and Building Advantage (CLMC). Works with the Assistant Director of Membership and Workforce Development on the training and recruiting efforts of labor partners. The Associate Coordinator will work with the Assistant Director of Membership and Workforce Development to create and coordinate the development of: • Graphics, communications, marketing, and text for program flyers and promotional materials related to workforce development., • Preparing and maintaining registration and attendance before and during events., • Communicate registration and attendance information to other staff as needed, • Along with the Assistant Director, coordinate social media and other external communications to promote and summarize workforce development; create address labels for mailings promoting the events, • Making name tags, signage, and promotional materials for events Office/Team • Responsible for copying, scanning, and preparing outgoing mailings (invitations, reminders, contract updates, etc.) related to workforce development initiatives, • Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Membership Engagement and Workforce Development, on updating and maintaining membership records, databases, and contact lists related to workforce development, • Other tasks as assigned Schedule Depending on the candidate and their abilities, this position is a full-time exempt (salaried) OR non-exempt (hourly/part-time) position. Benefits available may include: 401(K) and employer match; dental insurance coverage (if available); paid vacation and sick leave; life & disability insurance; other benefits as available to PMSMCA Staff. Required Qualifications • High School Diploma or equivalent., • Strong organizational, communications, and interpersonal skills., • Strong computer skills, including experience with the Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and social media platforms., • Ability to follow directions, work independently to complete projects accurately, on time, and with minimal supervision, as well as with a team., • A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to pitch in to help with any tasks necessary to get the job done., • Demonstrates a passion for working with high-school-aged individuals Preferred Qualifications · A bachelor’s Degree or bachelor's degree in-progress is preferred. · Experience in workforce development, event planning, communications, and membership services. Other Skills Ideal Candidate: Organized, Self-Starter, Creative Mindset, Enthusiastic, Hospitable, Problem Solver, Time Management, Driven, Willingness to Learn, Team Player, Detail Orientated, Good Communicator, Reliable, Goal Orientated, Energetic, Coachable, Tech Savvy, Marketing & Communications, Multitasker, Adaptable, and Calendar Management. Commonly Used Websites & Software Creating Facebook events for PMC/SMACCA Events Engaging with the audience and other associations/businesses Sharing other events or posts that are relevant to our members Create events through here/ manage or edit event attendance/ create event fees Edit organization website Canva/Adobe Express or Workshop Creation of graphics/design for member communications and social media outlets. Experience with video creation and editing is a plus but not required. Survey Monkey Create surveys pre/post - event Constant Contact Newsletter Blasts Update Contacts Audacity This is how we record and edit podcasts Expensify Create and submit expenses and credit card reports Outlook & MS SharePoint Things you will gain from working here: • Communication Skills, • Organizational Skills, • Event Planning, • Creation, editing, and publishing videos/podcasts, • Running a webinar, • Computer Skills, • Marketing Skills, • Better understanding of how the building and construction trades work, • Membership Relations, • Workforce Development Initiatives