Job Details
Job Location: Brooks Crossing in Newport News, Virginia - Newport News, VA
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Education
Description
About IALR
The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) serves as a regional catalyst for economic transformation. The mission will be accomplished through applied research, advanced learning, economic development, advanced manufacturing, and conference services. Driving Economic Transformation is at the heart of everything we do at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. WE discover breakthroughs, create opportunity, grow innovation, power progress, and host greatness. Each of our divisions plays a critical role in daily preserving and delivering this mission.
About GO TEC™
Great Opportunities in Technology and Engineering Careers (GO TEC™) is a collaborative hub-and-spoke program, administered by the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) in Danville, VA, that builds strategic talent pipelines from K12 to higher education. Starting in middle school, GO TEC partners engage students in Career Connection labs using hands-on learning for high-demand career pathways such as precision machining, welding, IT and cybersecurity, robotics and automation, precision agriculture, biotechnology, energy, mechatronics, and advanced materials.
About the Role
In support of IALR’s economic transformation mission and in partnership with Old Dominion University (ODU), the GOVA Region 5 (VDOE Sup. Region 2 primarily) Program Coordinator works with K12 Divisions, postsecondary institutions, regional businesses and economic development organizations to support the establishment, scale and marketing of strategic GO TEC talent pathways. The Region 5 Program Coordinator works as part of a two-person team, supported by IALR and ODU, to support and expand GO TEC pathways in Region 5. The GO TEC Program Coordinator is a full-time, grant-funded (approx. two years) position located at the Brooks Crossing iLab in Newport News, Virginia, reporting directly to the GO TEC Director / Vice President of Advanced Learning at IALR with activity oversight and coordination by the ODU Brooks Crossing iLab Director.
Key Responsibilities:
- Working alongside the Region 5 GO TEC Training Coordinator, serve as the Region 1 GO TEC liaison/intermediary, coordinating the involvement of community organizations, educational partners, and industry in the GO TEC initiative.
- Assist with Region 5 data collection and program evaluation, disseminating data with key regional stakeholders.
- Coordinate Region 5 program marketing and branding, ensuring the GO TEC brand is used appropriately and according to IALR GO TEC brand guidelines.
- Partner with Region 5 economic development organizations to develop GO TEC marketing collateral in support of their targeted growth sectors.
- Under the direction of the GO TEC Director, develop and improve GO TEC curriculum and course resources aligned with the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) requirements and industry needs in the target pathways, seeking subject matter expertise in the continuous improvement process.
- Using adopted models and templates, develop visual Talent Pathway infographics for Region 5.
- Schedule and support tours of the Region 5 GO TEC Training Lab and pathways classrooms in partnership with ODU and regional economic development partners.
- Create a collaborative environment to identify and communicate instructional best practices for each specific GO TEC unit of instruction.
- Audit GO TEC Region 5 Career Connections instructional delivery to assess effectiveness of curriculum, technology utilization, and projects.
- Coordinate with IALR-based GO TEC team members in organizing and executing design and/or skill competitions for program-wide middle school students within GO TEC focus areas.
- Travel to IALR, K12 schools, regional businesses and postsecondary institutions, as needed, with overnight travel occasionally required.
- Attend training and professional development activities and related conferences as required.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with Region 5 and state-level stakeholders as they relate to the development, expansion, and implementation of GO TEC.
- Represent the IALR and the Advanced Learning Division when attending meetings and events.
- Disseminate GO TEC programmatic information through presentations, meetings, civic engagements and various media outlets.
- Work collaboratively across all IALR divisions to support departmental functions and IALR’s strategic plan.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Work Location
Region 5 GO TEC Training Lab, Brooks Crossing iLab in Newport News, VA
The Ideal Candidate
- Bachelor’s degree with three years of program development and/or support experience
- Experience in developing curriculum and/or training to support education and workforce development preferred
- Required experience with developing, implementing, and evaluating programs along with experience in coordinating events with multiple partner agencies
- Experience with and/or Knowledge of the various forms of work-based learning for students.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products
- Proficient in using virtual meeting platforms
- Knowledge of K12, postsecondary, and industry educational and skill requirements
- Knowledge of Region 5 CTE and postsecondary education and skill development programs required.
- Current and relevant knowledge of regional workforce needs and available resources
- Strong communication skills, oral and written; with experience in public speaking
- Strong interpersonal skills with experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, outside agencies and the general public
- Ability and desire to learn new technologies
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
- Self-starter with the ability to work with minimal instruction and in a remote work environment
- Ability to understand and commit to the IALR mission
- Ability to develop and sustain effective partnerships and relationships with stakeholders
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel throughout Virginia as well as occasional out-of-state trips
- Sits for long periods of time while completing duties
- Must be able to move freely between facilities
- Operate program and training equipment; manual dexterity.
- Light physical work may be required
- Must be able to operate and manipulate a keyboard
- May lift up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis
Salary & Benefits
IALR will offer a salary range of $55,000- $65,000. IALR offers unique career opportunities in an innovative environment, all to support the economic transformation of Southern Virginia. Eligible employees are afforded excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage with lower-than-expected costs and participate in the Virginia Retirement System to save for their future.
How to Apply
Apply online at www.ialr.org/employment. Interviews will begin as qualified applicants are identified.
Other Details
Applications for this position will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting on November 22, 2024, and the position will remain open until filled. We encourage interested candidates to apply early, as the position may close at any time once a suitable candidate is selected. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. We appreciate your interest in joining our team and thank all applicants for their time and effort in applying.
