Student Veterans of America Jobs

The Workforce Development Program Coordinator will support and coordinate the workforce development initiatives for the Mohawk Valley Regional Clean Energy Hub. Responsibilities include collaborating with educational institutions, business partners, and community partners, to establish the alignment between education, workforce training, and industry demand.Work includes assisting in establishing and maintaining relationships and working with community partners and local stakeholders to recruit participants into the skilled workforce training programs to engage in energy efficiency jobs across the Mohawk Valley Regional Clean Energy Hub. The region encompasses Herkimer, Oneida, Fulton, Montgomery, Otsego, and Schoharie Counties. The position includes assisting with identifying relevant programs in the community to help community members including those from target populations, in positive career pathways, and networking with a wide range of stakeholders. A firm understanding of relevant and related CCE programs is essential for success in this position. The Coordinator will represent the Association before the public, community leaders, community organizations, and local government officials, and maintain effective working relationships with Cornell faculty and administration.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: •Bachelor’s or Equivalent Education. Associate Degree with 2 yrs transferrable program/functional experience may substitute.•Experience relevant to the role of the position.•Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position. •Ability to meet acceptable background check standards.•Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.•Ability to clearly communicate (speak, read, and write proficiently) in English.•Ability to work effectively with people of varying ages and socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds.•Ability and willingness to work with diverse audiences and maintain cultural sensitivity.•Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.•Ability to relate effectively to co-workers, advisors, community, and professional leaders.•Ability to communicate effectively, clearly, and tactfully through verbal, written, and electronic methods.•Ability and willingness to work with a high degree of integrity, accuracy, organization, sound professional judgment, and the ability to handle confidential, sensitive information.•Ability to organize, manage, and prioritize multiple tasks, deadlines, requirements, and priorities to complete work in a timely manner and within established deadlines.•Familiarity with windows-based software including use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: •Ability to effectively participate in professional team efforts.•Ability to identify and utilize program resources from the organization and the community.•Familiarity with program areas highly desired.•Successful grant writing experience.•Experience working with various state agencies.

Minimum Salary: 23 Maximum Salary: 26 Salary Unit: Hourly