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Kellogg EMPOWR Grant Community Recruitment
Kellogg EMPOWR Grant Community Recruitment
Kellogg EMPOWR Grant Community Recruitment
Specialist (Grant funded through 6/30/2025)
Job ID: 1601
December 4, 2023
Department: Training Solutions
Employee Group: https://www.grcc.edu/sites/default/files/docs/humanresources/meet_confer_handbook_2020-03.pdf Schedule: Full Time, Non-Exempt
Compensation: $21.50 per hour
Benefits: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/benefits-insurance/medical-plans/new-hire-benefit-enrollment
Reports to: Associate Dean of Workforce Training
Posting Closes: Open Until Filled
SUMMARY
This position will be responsible for direct and authentic community engagement/outreach, providing program supportand recruitment for GRCC's programsand partners as definedby the W.K. Kellogg Equitable Empowerment Through Career Pathways project. This position is responsible to assist potential students understand the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for their career choices.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
OutreachandRecruitment
• Serve as a liaison between the selected neighborhoods of focus, the GRCC M-TEC to ensure opportunities and requirements are communicated effectively.
• Attend community events and meetingsrepresenting the grant and GRCC programsin the focus neighborhoods.
• Establish, maintain and deepen relationships with community--based and/or faith-based organizations, schools and businesses in West Michigan to meet grant outcomes.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with grassroots leaders in the neighborhood, significantly increasing pipeline of grant participants.
• Make presentations to community groups toshare information on GRCC programs and services.
ParticipantConnections
• Provide educational information and opportunities to Kellogg Grant participants and GRCC students and grant participants.
• Provide formallearning opportunities, whichincludes but is notlimited to:
• Regular attendance during normal scheduled hours is required. Being present is essential for serving customers and performing the essential functions of this position.
• Performs other relatedduties as assigned.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education Credentials
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Preferred degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Community Relations, Outreach, Counseling or Social Work.
• Prefer individual with bilingual language skills
Work Experience
• Minimum 2 years' experience working with community organizations, non-profits or neighborhood organizations preferred.
• Minimum 2 years' proven work experience serving adults with diverse backgrounds and/or barriers.
Skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Relationship building
• Flexibility
Physical Demands
• Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be able to provide their own transportation to meetings in the State of Michigan.
• Candidates must be able to lift 10 lbs. to transport materials to off-site meetings and events.
Working Conditions
• GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Compliance information is available on our http://www.grcc.edu/policies
• Position requires some evening and weekend work to attend and participate in community activities and meetings.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
GRCC is only accepting online applications for this position at https://www.grcc.edu/jobsSubmit a cover letter and resume. The opportunity to apply for this position will close at the end of the day on the close date referenced at the top of this job posting. Individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Grand Rapids Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Visa sponsorship is not available.
HIRING PROCESS
GRCC uses an Evidence Based Selection Process, where we make data driven hiring decisions to help mitigate bias throughout the hiring process. As part of this process, candidates will participate in assessments (cognitive and behavioral), reference checks and interviews.
NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
Grand Rapids Community College creates an inclusive learning and working environment that recognizes the value and dignity of each person. It is the policy and practice of GRCC to provide equal educational and employment opportunities regardless of age, race, color, religion, marital status, sex/gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, national origin, disability, political affiliation, familial status, veteran status or genetics in all programs, activities, services, employment and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment as required by state and federal law. GRCC is committed to reviewing all aspects of GRCC programs, activities, services and employment, including recruitment, selection, retention and promotion to identify and eliminate barriers in order to prevent discrimination on the basis of the listed protected characteristics. The college will not tolerate any form of retaliation against any person for bringing charges of discrimination or participating in an investigation. Further information may be obtained from the EEO Office or the Office of General Counsel, 143 Bostwick Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3295.
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