Education & Training Director Job Listing at Odle Management in Chicago, IL (Job ID 8712)

Description

Odle Management – A subsidiary of Eckerd Connects

Reports to the Center Director and is a salaried, exempt position. Responsible for processing and coordinating the Education & Training Services function. 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.
• Supervises Education & Training Staff.
• Ensures that all OMS Standards directly under management are met and in compliance with the National Office goals of the Center.
• Reviews weekly, monthly, and annual reports and verifies accuracy. Screens and monitors placement information. Evaluates performance of staff.
• Establishes and maintains close communication with the Center Director and administrative staff.
• Secures job leads, assists in relocation activities.
• Coordinates Job Fair, Career Days and Military Days.
• Assists in preparation of and maintains department budget.
• Ensures that Career Development Offices have adequate supplies and equipment.
• Projects statistical information and establishes upcoming year goals.
• Evaluates and seeks trends in relation to labor market information.
• Develops Comprehensive Plan on a yearly basis.
• Assists in the coordination of linkages and leads.
• Provides orientation regarding Job Corps to external resources.
• Keeps staff informed regarding changes in the program.
• Trains and cross-trains staff.
• Visits agencies, business, and other job-related resources.
• Assists in job development activities.
• Attends training seminars and conferences to keep abreast of changes and trends.
• Promotes activities geared toward employability.
• Monitors statistical reports to evaluate and assess weaknesses and strengths and works with ODLE corporate office on implementation of strategies.
• Ensures case documentation is up-to-date and available for Department of Labor and Corporate audits.
• Chairs, organizes, and tracks student Performance Evaluation Panels.
• Ensures departmental equal employment and affirmative action goals and objectives are met.
• Interviews and selects staff. Prepares and conducts performance evaluations.
• Attends required staff training sessions.
• Assesses personnel needs and works with the Human Resources department to screen and interview potential staff. Recommends promotions, transfers, and merit evaluations within the department. Conducts and prepares performance appraisals.
• Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills including personal responsibility and computer fluency.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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 in Education or work-related field preferred.
• Two years of experience, one year in a supervisory capacity preferred.
• Prefer Job Corps experience.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.

 

Additional Requirements: Sound knowledge of counseling, including employment counseling, and supervisory techniques. Ability to communicate effectively and establish rapport with the trainee population. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid certification. Good organizational skills. Ability to inspire and motivate staff. 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 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.

The 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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