Apprenticeship Training Coordinator

Meridian has been named a Top Workplace in Oklahoma for the past 6 years. The designation is based solely on employee feedback. Meridian employees complete a survey from Energage, a leading research firm on organizational health and employee engagement. Employees evaluate the company's direction, execution of ideas, their personal connectedness to the organization, role satisfaction, supervision and employee benefits. The Top Workplace designation is based on survey outcomes.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required, and a master’s degree preferred.  Extensive direct experience within the Career Tech system may be considered in lieu of a degree.

 

Ability to develop an advanced knowledge of apprenticeship system and regulation respecting the apprenticeship programs and a working knowledge of post-secondary education.

 

Well-developed organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills as well as the ability to make effective presentations are required.

 

Willingness to accept flexible work hours.

 

Must maintain certification and/or licensure requirements as may be required by the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education (ODCTE).

 

Must have experience in program and curriculum development.

 

Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

Essential Job Functions

 

  1. Work with business and industry representatives within the Meridian Technology Center (MTC) district to develop, promote, and coordinate apprenticeship training programs.

 

  1. Identify and develop instructional staff for related technical instruction with full-time and adjunct instructors.

 

  1. Provide a linkage between training programs, employers, and apprentices to ensure that apprenticeship programs are aligned to meet industry standards.

 

  1. Coordinate and administer apprenticeship training needs assessments with industry, communities, training providers, and intergovernmental agencies to ensure high quality training is occurring within the apprenticeship programs.

 

  1. Coordinate and administer apprenticeship agreements and examinations, advise apprentices and employers of their rights and responsibilities under relevant legislation and regulations regarding apprenticeship programs and ensure compliance with all pertinent laws and regulations.

 

  1. Ensure that all required records and reports are kept and filed in a timely manner to maintain compliance for U.S. Department of Labor registered and ODCTE apprenticeship programs.

 

  1. Attend routine school and departmental staff meetings; report on key activities, assignments, and leading performance indicators related to achieving divisional and organizational goals and objectives.

 

  1. Join and participate in state and national professional associations and become involved in community activities.

 

  1. Assure that all apprenticeship programs are operating in accordance with the policies and procedures of the MTC Board of Education and the Superintendent/CEO.

 

  1. Use connections with business and industry to assist other MTC faculty and staff in facilitating work-based learning opportunities for students.

 

  1. Occasionally lift items weighing up to 35 pounds and/or push items weighing up to 50 pounds on a dolly or cart.

 

  1. Abide by all policies and procedures adopted by the MTC Board of Education.

 

  1. Promote MTC, its programs and employees at every available opportunity.

 

  1. Uphold MTC’s Mission, Vision and Values. Support the culture by living out our values of:
    • Relationships – Act in the best interest of others
    • Excellence – Deliver superior services
    • Innovation – Integrate new ideas with courage
    • Integrity – Model honesty and trust in all we do
    • Empowerment – Provide the framework and resources to succeed
    • Impact – Commit to enrich each life we touch

 

  1. Accept other duties as may be deemed necessary by the Superintendent/CEO or Director of Apprenticeship Training.

 

 

Contract Length:  12-month position

 

 

Standards of Performance

The Apprenticeship Training Coordinator will be evaluated on the previously listed responsibilities twice annually for the first three years and then annually thereafter. These evaluations will determine salary increases and career advancement possibilities.

Campus Location

Main Campus, Stillwater, OK

FLSA Classification

Exempt

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Available

Immediately