Community engagement

Odle Management A program of Eckerd Connects

Reports to the Center Director and is a salaried, exempt position. Responsible for serving as the Community Engagement Coordinator to engage with business, civic and educational organizations, elected officials, law enforcement agencies and other service providers, including organizations and entities that serve targeted populations.

• Responsible for planning and directing generating positive goodwill of the campus in and around the community. Demonstrates on-going commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by modeling, mentoring, and monitoring excellence in the eight Career Success Standards of : workplace relations and ethics;
• information management; communications; multicultural awareness; personal growth and development; career and personal planning;

interpersonal skills and independent living.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Demonstrates and abides by Odle Core Values and operating principles.
• Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills including personal responsibility and computer fluency.
• Serves as liaison between the campus and local and regional employers (non-governmental and private sector), military, labor organizations, workforce / one-stop partners, local Chamber of Commerce and economic development organizations and others.
• Works collaboratively with Outreach and Admissions staff to promote student enrollment, including plan, coordinate, and host outreach events in and around the community.
• Oversees the establishment, development, and growth of both the campuses Industry Councils and Community Relations Council
• Organizes and leads bi-annual (twice a year) Industry Council and quarterly (4 times a year) Community Relations Councils.
• Ensures that the campus has a positive public image in the community and the state.
• Maintains an excellent relationship with state and local elected officials to ensure a positive public image for the campus and the Job Corps Program as a whole.
• Coordinates public outreach efforts with the National Job Corps Association, as required.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property, adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Cultivates and maintains a climate on center that is free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.
• Attends required staff training sessions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by a person in this position.

They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position.

Education and Experience Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree or four years’ professional experience working with youth preferred. Two years’ experience in marketing and sales related areas preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred.

Additional Requirements : Good understanding of the local community and employer base. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Excellent organizational skills. Must be able to effectively communicate with and relate to trainee base. Position requires an ability to operate office equipment.

In addition, an individual must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.

Odle Management is an equal opportunity employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Odle Management considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Odle Management is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-verify to confirm employment eligibility.

T he employer of record for this position is Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc. DBA Eckerd Connects which assigns employees to Odle Management Group, LLC.

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Last updated : 2024-05-06