Workforce Development Specialist

Overview

Engage community to build construction career pipelines and partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• program design
• data analysis
• grant management
• outreach campaign
• stakeholder engagement
• community partnerships

Tasks

-Work closely with internal training, HR, and operations teams to ensure smooth transitions from community programs into employment and ongoing development. -Establish and maintain relationships with community organizations, educational institutions, workforce development boards, and non-profit agencies to promote career construction pathways. -Design and implement outreach campaigns targeting members of our communities, including youth, veterans, second-chance individuals, and underserved communities. -Assist in identifying and applying for workforce development grants and funding opportunities. Track outcomes and report on impact. -Design, Launch and manage programs in collaboration with external partners. Ensure alignment with industry standards and internal workforce needs. -Collect and analyze data on program participation, placement rates, and community impact. Share insights with internal stakeholders and external partners. -Organize and participate in career days, community forums, and informational sessions to raise awareness of construction careers and training opportunities.

Requirements

• nccer
• bachelor's
• grant experience
• 3+ years
• communication
• dei

What You Bring

-Familiarity with NCCER, apprenticeship standards, or construction industry certifications is a plus. -Ability to work independently and collaboratively across diverse stakeholder groups. -Deep understanding of the barriers to employment faced by underserved populations. -Experience working with grant-funded programs or public-private partnerships. -Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus. -Bachelor’s degree in Workforce Development, Education, Public Administration, or related field. -Strong knowledge of workforce systems, community-based programming, and diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. -3+ years of experience in community engagement, workforce development, or nonprofit program management, preferably in the construction or skilled trades sector. -Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.

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Benefits

-Long-term disability -Bonus program -Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA) -Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) -Health, dental, vision and life insurance -Holidays and PTO -401K Retirement plan

About Garney Construction

-Transitioned to 100% employee ownership by 1995, fueling growth through shared stakes and commitment. -Grew via acquisitions (Grimm in 2001, Encore in 2012) to expand regional footprint and capabilities. -Self-performs complex projects: pipelines up to 156″, water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations and large concrete tanks. -Specializes in marine infrastructure, heavy civil work, site development and turnkey waterworks. -Now ranked top in national ENR standings for water transmission, supply, sanitary/storm sewers, and treatment facilities. -Adopts cutting-edge tech such as excavator-mounted live-dig radar to minimize utility strikes and boost safety. -Revenue reached approximately $2 billion, powered by innovative delivery methods like CMAR, design-build and P3.

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