Coordinator-Workforce Development
Salary
$50,790.00 Annually
Location
Dallas (Main), 201 Highway 321 South, Dallas, NC
Job Type
Full-Time Regular Staff
Job Number
2022-00741
Division
Economic and Workforce Development
Department
Workforce Development
Opening Date
07/22/2026
SUMMARY
The Coordinator is primarily responsible for coordinating, planning,
implementing, and marketing courses in the area of Human Resources Development
(Employability Skills), as well as credit and non-credit Workforce
Development courses. The Coordinator will complete associated paperwork in a
variety of subjects to ensure compliance with state and federal policies
and/or grant regulations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the Lead Coordinator of Workforce Development, the Coordinator will be responsible for the development, scheduling, classroom setup, promotion, and implementation of both current and new Human Resources Development (HRD) and Workforce Development courses to support the Gaston College strategic plan.
Schedule and facilitate all orientation sessions in state-supported course offerings in the Workforce Development department.
Administer Workforce Development scholarships, including student identification, application processing, and reporting.
Maintain accurate records (such as attendance, grades, documentation, etc.) and submit any corresponding reports according to departmental or college guidelines.
Monitor program budgets, complete payroll, expenditures, and purchase requisitions for supplies and materials.
Serve as liaison between part-time instructors and HRD and Workforce Development staff.
Serve as point of contact for phone, email, and walk-in inquiries for HRD and Workforce Development courses.
Assist in the creation, development, and distribution of marketing materials.
Promote HRD and Workforce Development courses by strengthening internal and external partnerships, including Gaston College faculty and staff, workforce boards, schools, and community agencies, to align programming with regional workforce needs.
Identify and resolve barriers to student access and success and make appropriate referrals.
Oversee and prepare all documentation required for Gaston College and NC Community College System compliance management and efficient administration of all courses and corresponding budgets.
Audit courses to ensure compliance as required by the EWD Internal Audit Plan
Participate in job fairs, professional conferences, workshops, career days, employee orientations, professional development activities, and regional and statewide meetings as assigned.
Maintain confidentiality and professional standards while representing the college.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree from a nationally accredited institution required.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
Three (3) years of professional work experience in a business or
educational setting required.
Community College experience preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, OneDrive, Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Teams.
Colleague software system experience preferred.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
required.
Extreme attention to detail required.
Must be willing to obtain required training to enter Correctional
facilities as requested.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Generally, works in a traditional climate-controlled office environment
and requires the ability to sit for extended periods.
Occasional travel required to attend and represent the college at
conferences, workshops, and professional events.
Some walking, standing, and bending required, and the ability to lift and
maneuver items weighing up to 25 pounds.
Work environment can be stressful at times in dealing with a wide variety
of challenges and deadlines.
In addition to regular office hours, position sometimes requires evening
hours.
Gaston College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits
program. We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that are
responsive to the needs of our regular employees.
State Health Plan
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Additional Supplemental Insurances
NC State Retirement Plan
Supplemental Retirement Plans
Disability Benefits, Long- and Short-Term
Longevity Pay
State Employees' Credit Union Eligibility
Leave (Vacation, Sick, FMLA, Civil and Military, Child/Student
Involvement, Education, and Voluntary Shared)
Paid Holidays
Educational Advancement Compensation
Tuition Assistance
Employee Discount Program
Benefits Overview Booklet
Please note: Temporary (part-time) employees do not earn benefits.
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Do you have at least Bachelor's Degree? (Required)
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Do you have at least three (3) years of professional work experience in a
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In addition to regular office hours, are you able to sometimes work overtime
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Have you reviewed the Physical Requirements for this position and are you able
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Employer
Gaston College
Address
201 Highway 321 South
Dallas, North Carolina, 28034
Phone
704-922-2234
Website
https:// www. gaston.edu
