Hybrid APEX Coordinator bei Metro Technology Centers

• Generous monthly allowance toward medical and other benefits
• District paid retirement into the Oklahoma Teacher’s Retirement System  
• Tuition reimbursement program available

The APEX Coordinator designs, manages, and delivers workforce development and government contracting programs that help businesses expand their capabilities, diversify their customer base, and create jobs. Serving as a liaison between businesses, industry partners, and workforce teams, the Coordinator provides technical assistance and education on government contracting through individual and small group advising. Acting as an instructor, coach, and mentor, the Coordinator helps clients prepare and position their businesses to find, bid, win, and perform on contracts while meeting industry certification and compliance requirements. This role also manages curriculum development, training logistics, and program coordination to ensure impactful, high-quality learning experiences aligned with workforce needs.

1. Develop and maintain knowledge to assist clients through all phases of the government contracting process, including bidding, compliance, and performance.
2. Conduct one-on-one consultations, on campus and at client business sites, and connect clients with additional strategic resources.
3. Stay informed on and interpret laws, regulations, statutes, rules, and policies affecting the Oklahoma APEX Accelerator and government contracting.
4. Build and maintain relationships with support agencies, business resource providers, and industry partners, including federal, state, and local government entities and prime contractors.
5. Plan, develop, coordinate, and implement the OkAPEX Assistance Program, which includes:
   • Educating area businesses about the program
   • Orienting clients to government contracting
   • Assisting with market research
   • Coaching in marketing and contracting regulations
   • Sharing bid and subcontracting opportunities
   • Interpreting documents, specifications, and Federal Acquisition Regulations
   • Assisting with bid packet completion and contract performance requirements
6. Actively promote and recruit clients in the service area through outreach, relationship-building, and industry engagement.
7. Collaborate with other APEX counselors/coordinators statewide and regionally to share best practices.
8. Explore grant opportunities to benefit business clients and/or the Center’s business development efforts.
9. Develop and maintain a public relations program to promote understanding, build morale, and inform the public about Center activities and successes.
10. Prepare and submit required reports and documentation to the Director, ODCTE, OkAPEX, and funding agencies.
11. Coordinate workshops, events, and outreach activities to increase community knowledge of government contracting and APEX services.
12. Collaborate with Coordinators to verify accuracy of training information and client contracts.
13. Conduct research and data analysis to understand workforce trends and forecast training needs.
14. Monitor program budgets and recommend resource allocations.
15. Track program performance through data collection and analysis to measure effectiveness.
16. Attend meetings, conferences, and professional development sessions as required.
17. Adapt productively to changes and perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in education, curriculum, business, communications, training and development, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of five years of experience in student and client relations/education, enrollment, training coordination, or administrative support.

• Office setting with occasional travel as needed.
• Long periods of sitting and standing.
• Ability to lift 10-25 lbs.
• Low-level machine noise is encountered daily.
• Concentrated visual effort is required.
• Extensive communication with internal and external clients.
• Reliable, dependable, and punctual attendance is required.